World Series Season, London 03 November 2023

The British hub is filled with exciting entrepreneurs and innovation from around United Kingdom and beyond.

Companies that are looking to connect and choose their best VCs in their views to go into business is always a considerate match making process, sometimes complex in final deals. Founders would like to be sure that they have the best possible investor match for their company’s vision. On the other hand, what the the VCs can offer in terms of resources, network and experience.

The Venture Capital World Summit with its own diversity, offers unique perspectives for our attendees and investees. Our vision and offering is based in helping and making companies grow fast by succeeding and reaching worldwide markets.

VCs are investing in a wide range of innovations from robotics, artificial intelligence, autonomous vehicles, augmented reality, virtual reality, blockchain, quantum computing, internet of things, healthtech, foodtech, cleantech, proptech, among others.

At our event in London, we are bringing our local and international partners to the summit, so don’t miss it.

The day will start at 09.00 hours am with registrations and networking. It will include presentations, discussions panels, networking sessions, pitches and meetings throughout the day.

Venture capital (VC) is a type of private equity that provides capital to start-up and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with high growth potential in exchange for an ownership stake in the company. In recent years, London has become a hub for venture capital activity in the United Kingdom, with many VC firms choosing to base themselves in the city.

One of the main reasons for London’s popularity as a VC hub is the city’s diverse and vibrant start-up ecosystem. London is home to a range of accelerators, incubators, and co-working spaces that support the growth of early-stage companies. The city is also home to a number of world-class universities, which produce a steady stream of highly skilled and innovative entrepreneurs.

Another factor that has contributed to the growth of venture capital in London is the availability of government support and funding. The UK government has implemented a number of initiatives to encourage the growth of the start-up sector, including tax breaks for VC investors and grants for early-stage companies.

There are many VC firms operating in London, ranging from large, established firms with a global presence to smaller, more specialized firms. Some of the most active VC firms in the city include Seedrs, Atomico, and LocalGlobe. These firms typically focus on investing in technology and digital media start-ups, but also invest in other sectors such as healthtech, fintech, and foodtech.

In recent years, London has seen a number of successful exits by companies that have received venture capital funding. These include Skyscanner, which was acquired by Chinese travel giant Ctrip in 2016 for £1.4 billion, and Monzo, a digital bank that recently reached a valuation of over £2 billion.

Overall, London’s thriving start-up ecosystem and availability of government support and funding have made it a popular destination for venture capital investment in the UK. With a diverse range of VC firms operating in the city, and a track record of successful exits, London is well positioned to continue to be a major player in the global venture capital landscape.