Exclusive Networking Event: Setting Up Your Startup For Success In 2025

Event Description:

For founding teams of post-MVP startups that are seeking support to scale businesses in 2025. Fundraising support, bespoke management and advisory teams, partnership programs, investor introductions and much more are available from the event and community partners to help companies reach their potential.

This event goes step by step through the preparation for 2025 success, networking opportunities for investors & founders to connect and work together.

Event Highlights:

7.00pm - 7.30pm: Registration and Introductions
7.30pm - 8.20pm: Panel discussion with invited experts facilitated by Matt Black
8.20pm - 8.40pm: Pitches we have only 4 spots so register yours asap if you would like to pitch
8.40pm: The event concludes with Networking, allowing for continued conversations in a more informal setting. This is the perfect time to deepen connections and discuss potential collaborations.

Matt Black: Born and raised in the remote outback of Australia, now he has swapped the desert life for the boardrooms & speaker podiums of America and more recently London.
Branded a Maverick by peers but loved by founders Matt created 11 of his own companies, and assisted with literally thousands of businesses across three continents. He has inspired over a million founders to turn their dreams into reality through his books and public speaking.
Matt’s mission “To enable founders to forge a better world for all of us.

Confirmed Panelists:

Alaa Amer is the Co-Founder and CEO of Equisy, an entrepreneur with 15 years of experience in developing investment strategies, guiding startups through growth phases, scaling operations, and leading fundraising and M&A. Identifying investment opportunities to drive the growth and profitability of SMEs.

Dovydas Mockevičius is a founder and CEO at ISCloud. His 9 years of Salesforce experience spans time with management consultancies and Salesforce partners where he designed and delivered multi-cloud transformation projects reaching over 26 countries. Prior to founding ISCloud, Dovydas worked as a Salesforce Architect at Accenture in London. Dovydas received Delivery Excellence award for his contribution to the practice during his time at Accenture. Client portfolio: Barclays, AXA, Sophos, Essilor, Vodafone, Arthur D. Little, Copper, Volta Trucks, Keyloop, Discovery, GoCardless, SD Worx, Metronet, Pink Parcel, Dennis, Buy a Car, 17 Capital, Create Fertility, Robert Half, Graphite Capital, Biuro, Iwoca, Vilnius University, CloserStill Media, Pierce Washington, MasonFrank.

Kevin Mascarenhas is a business coach who supports tech founders in validating their business propositions from Seed to Series A. Startup life is chaotic, unpredictable and ever-changing and his unique coaching approach helps founders navigate their toughest challenges.

Drawing on 25 yrs of experience across Engineering, Consultancy, Investment Banking and Ecological Design, Kevin brings laser-focused coaching to what will really move the dial for business owners. He has supported 100+ founders across 1000 hrs of coaching.

Kevin lives out his mission to see more entrepreneurs cross the failure threshold to create massive impact in the world by realising their groundbreaking innovation.

Obi Umegbolu is a seasoned innovation and growth specialist with a proven track record in driving startup and SME success. He has collaborated with prominent accelerator programs, including the UK government's Help to Grow Management initiative, helping SMEs to reinvent after the pandemic. As a data and AI strategist, Obi leads AI for Africa Thinktank, championing the demystification of AI education across the continent. He is also a coauthor of a British Computing Society publication, providing key insights into the evolving role of data analysts. His expertise empowers businesses to leverage innovation for sustainable growth.

Who Should Attend:

• Entrepreneurs
• Startup founders
• Angel Investors
• Business consultants

Venue: The Mandeville Hotel

Quirky yet elegant, progressive whilst old school, blissfully quiet yet centrally located, The Mandeville Hotel provides the ultimate London experience.

At The Mandeville Hotel, offer the perfect choice for business and leisure travellers alike looking for a luxury boutique hotel in Marylebone. Styled by designers from around the globe, The Mandeville Hotel offers boutique, elegant rooms and suites in true comfort and have been curated to offer the most memorable of stays.

The Mandeville Hotel’s Marylebone location is at the doorstep of Bond Street, Marylebone High Street and Selfridges, surrounded by the best of London’s shopping, The West End and London’s iconic attractions, arts & culture, food & drink and transport right as you step out the door. Your favourite stop in London if you are on a lookout for luxury hotels in Marylebone.

Location:

Mandeville Place, Marylebone, London, W1U 2BE

Dress Code:
Business Professional/Business Casual

RSVP:
Please register online in advance; no tickets will be sold at the door!

Tickets:
Early Bird £15
Standard: £20

Contact Information:
For inquiries or additional details, please contact us at ec@evolvingcircles.com or call the organizer.

Don’t miss this chance to connect, collaborate, and grow. Join us and take your professional network in the property industry to the next level.