Techscaler Dundee & Tay Cities Tech Meetup

This is a fantastic opportunity to meet fellow tech enthusiasts and hear firsthand insights from Mike about the latest trends and innovations. It's an in-person event, so come along, grab a coffee, and be part of the conversation. Don't miss out on connecting and learning in a relaxed, informal setting!

How do you take a convenience delivery app conceived in Dundee and scale it into a national, multi-million-pound retail technology empire? Join us for an exclusive fireside chat with Mike Callachan, the co-founder and CEO of Snappy Shopper, as we dive into the business model, local network effects, and relentless drive required to build a world-class platform company outside the usual tech hubs.

We’ll explore the realities of scaling a high-velocity marketplace from Scotland, how to empower brick-and-mortar retailers using tech, and what it takes to attract major venture capital while surpassing 20 million customer orders.

Mike Callachan Co-Founder & CEO, Snappy Shopper

Mike Callachan is a leading figure in the UK’s quick-commerce and retail tech space, best known as the mastermind behind Snappy Shopper - one of Dundee’s most iconic modern tech success stories. Launched in late 2017, Snappy Shopper has fundamentally shifted how local convenience stores compete in a digital world, generating over half a billion pounds in retailer sales.

From its roots as a Dundee start-up, Mike has guided the business through hyper-growth, nationwide expansion, and more than £20 million in equity funding. Recently recognized in the prestigious Sunday Times Scotland Fast 50, Mike brings unparalleled, battle-tested insights into scaling marketplace tech, building local network effects, and leveraging technology to serve physical communities at massive scale.

Campbell Clark & Kirk Dailly Founders, Attuned

Stepping into the interviewers' chair for the evening are Attuned a new legal studio providing embedded counsel for ambitious businesses and their backers. Founded by Campbell Clark and Kirk Dailly, who have deep roots in tech, video games, life sciences and investment (Website - attuned.law, LinkedIn linkedin.com/company/attunedlaw
They will delve into the following insights from Mike’s entrepreneurial journey

• The Dundee Launchpad: Balancing the unique advantages and logistical hurdles of scaling a major q-commerce player from the Tay Cities region.
• Tech for the Real World: Moving past industry buzzwords to deploy practical software that removes digital friction for traditional brick-and-mortar businesses.
• The Blueprint for Hyper-Growth: What operational and cultural shifts occur when a local startup transitions to managing tens of millions of nationwide transactions?
• Securing Major Growth Capital: The founder’s guide to capturing significant venture capital and investor buy-in from a Scottish headquarters.

The 2026 Landscape: If Mike were launching a platform today, how have the shifting consumer behaviors, platform mechanics, and funding landscapes changed the playbook?

Registration

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What is Techscaler?

Techscaler is a Scottish Government funded programme, delivered by CodeBase, and offers tailored support for everyone in Scotland who wants to build a startup, whether they are considering a career in startups or are developing, building and scaling an idea.

We offer Community and Member access to world-class education, a peer-led online and offline community, and flexible workspaces.

Techscaler membership is for any prospective or current startup founder, startup employees, or more broadly anyone who is involved in the Scottish tech ecosystem. Membership offers tailored support depending on your goals. When someone applies to become a Techscaler member, our team can direct applicants to the most suitable Techscaler support.

To join for free, visit https://www.techscaler.co.uk.

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