INVITATION ONLY
The Bristol Founders, Researchers & Investors Mixer brings together early-stage and scaling life science and deep-tech founders with investors, ecosystem partners and industry stakeholders for an afternoon of pitch sessions and networking.
Hosted at the University of the West of England, this event provides a platform for founders to showcase their ventures, gain visibility, and receive valuable feedback from investors and peers. The programme includes a series of short pitch presentations, followed by opportunities for informal discussions and connections.
The session will open with a keynote from Edward Tellwright, Director, Southwest British Business Bank, who will share insights into the current investment landscape, funding opportunities, and trends shaping innovation across the region.
Designed to strengthen the regional innovation ecosystem, the mixer encourages meaningful engagement between founders and funders, helping to catalyse collaboration, investment, and growth within Bristol’s thriving deep-tech and life sciences sectors.
Programme*
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Time |
Agenda |
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2.00pm |
Arrivals |
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2.15pm |
Keynote: Edward Tellwright, British Business Bank |
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2.30pm |
Founder pitch sessions (life sciences and deep tech) |
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3.30pm |
Networking and informal discussions |
*subject to change
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Venue and accessibility
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Diversity monitoring form
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Edward Tellwright
Senior Manager for the South West as part of the UK Network team at the British Business Bank. Working with British Business Bank delivery partners and intermediaries to help SMEs plan for and access finance for growth.
Previously held roles within the private equity and public funding/finance at SWAIN and Business West as sector lead in the South West for Access to Finance activities through Enterprise Europe Network and Innovate UK. Helped and supported businesses of all sizes and types with Access to Finance queries rainding finance from £10k - £1M+.
Ex-professional rugby player having represented my country at student level.