Reading Tech Cluster Investment Pitch Event for Tech Firms in Thames Valley

The event is open to all leaders of firms, entrepreneurs, advisors and academics interested in the region's tech sector. For this event members and non-members of the RTC are welcome.

The event is designed to support startups and scale-ups seeking growth capital from banks, venture capitalists, angel investors, and private equity firms.

Eight innovative tech firms from the region will be chosen to pitch their businesses to leading investors and corporate finance experts. We'll also hear from two expert keynote speakers.

Event attendees will include industry peers, advisors, and academics, offering everyone valuable networking opportunities.

Refreshments and a light lunch over networking is provided.

Tickets are limited so secure your place now to network with investors, advisors and fellow tech leaders.

• Learn from peers: Hear from other ambitious tech founders and scale-up leaders in the Thames Valley as they share their business plans.
• Network with investors and other expert advisors: Meet with advisors, venture capitalists, angel investors, private equity firms, banks and corporate finance professionals actively seeking opportunities in the region.

Tech firms seeking growth capital can also apply to pitch at the event. RTC member firms only can apply. Find out more here.

Membership of the RTC is open to any organisation in Reading, Berkshire and the wider Thames Valley region. Membership opens up access to events, learning and networking opportunities. Click here to sign up for the membership level that’s right for you.

We recommend taking the bus from Reading train station. It only takes approx. 20 mins and buses run every 15 mins. There are also plenty of taxis at the station.

There is limited onsite parking and you must register. It is available on a first come, first served basis and we will prioritise those with accessibility needs. We will confirm if you have a parking allocation before the event.

Please note: Mereoak Park and Ride is not open early enough to join the start of event.

This event is made possible thanks to the generous support of our event sponsor and host Campus Reading International.

Plus the ongoing support of our corporate sponsors: Activate Learning Education Trust; Blake Morgan LLP; Boyes Turner LLP; British Business Bank; Insider Media; EY Reading; GCS; Henley Business School, University of Reading; Openshaw & Co; Osborne Clarke LLP; Pulsant; Raise Communications; REDA; Thames Valley Society of Chartered Accountants; The FSE Group; The Skills and Business Hub (formerly Berkshire LEP); Undertwok Creative; and Xantho Ventures Ltd.

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