Startup Grind Scotland’s Aberdeen Chapter, in collaboration with Johnston Carmichael Chartered Accountants, is set to host an insightful event titled “Beyond the Pitch: Building Investor Confidence When Capital is Tight” on Tuesday, November 26, 2024. The session, taking place at ONE Tech Hub in Aberdeen, aims to address the challenges of securing investment in today’s constrained funding environment and provide practical strategies for founders. As competition for funding intensifies, the event will focus on helping entrepreneurs go beyond crafting compelling pitches by equipping them with tools to build trust and credibility with potential investors. The evening will feature a panel of seasoned investors and entrepreneurs sharing actionable insights on navigating the current economic climate.
Featured Speakers:
- Daniel McKiddie – Archangel Investors Limited
- Aakanksha Sadekar – Tracker.Health
- Usman Ali – Salica Investments
- Craig McGill – Maven Capital Partners
Key Topics:
- Strategies to demonstrate business resilience, scalability, and long-term vision.
- Innovative approaches to accessing capital in a tight funding environment.
- Fireside discussions on building investor trust beyond financial metrics.
Event Details:
- Date: Tuesday, November 26, 2024
- Time: 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
- Venue: ONE Tech Hub, Aberdeen
The agenda also includes open Q&A sessions tailored to real-world challenges faced by founders and networking opportunities over complimentary refreshments.Simon Cowie, Partner at Johnston Carmichael, commented: “In today’s economic climate, it’s more important than ever for founders to understand how to instill confidence in investors. This event provides a unique opportunity to gain valuable insights from industry experts.”This session is designed for founders at all stages of their fundraising journey and aims to equip attendees with actionable strategies to strengthen their investor relationships. Registration is now open via Startup Grind’s website.


