Startup Activator: TLT Startup to Scaleup Labs

Raising investment and scaling a startup is tough - but the right knowledge and network can make the difference. This half-day event is built for founders and early-stage leaders who want to cut through the jargon, understand the investment landscape, and sharpen their strategy to secure growth.

What’s in it for you
Informed by Manchester Digital’s startup community and delivered by experts who work with high-growth businesses every day, the sessions will give you the clarity and confidence you need when speaking to investors.

Investment types and key terms explained (with Nicola Bilner, TLT)

💭 From CLNs to ASAs to straight equity issues, learn the difference and decode the terms you’ll face so you can negotiate like a founder who knows the game.

Investor engagement strategy (with GC Angels)

🎯 Stop guessing how to approach investors. Learn tried-and-tested tactics to secure meetings, build trust, and stand out from the crowd.

Founder Fireside Chat (with Daniel Sadler, Veridox)

Dan’s lived the highs, lows, and everything in between - hear his take on what being an entrepreneur really means. Under his leadership, Veridox has secured £1M in seed funding led by Outward VC, and counts over a dozen leading insurers as development partners.

Why you should be there

• Designed specifically for tech startups looking to raise in the next 6–18 months
• Content shaped by founders’ real needs, not generic theory
• Access to legal, investment, and ecosystem specialists who can answer your questions directly
• A chance to connect with peers on the same journey

This isn’t another fluffy networking session. It’s a practical, high-value morning that will give you the tools and insights you need to navigate funding and scale with confidence.

Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.

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