UK Business Angels Association

🔥 Friday Focus: Picking the Right Companies to Invest In Happening today at 11AM BST! Join Anthony Rose, SeedLegals as he shares insider tips on choosing high-potential startups and avoiding the costly mistakes. 🎯 If you're investing in early-stage companies, this webinar is for you. 👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/eFMibs_J #FridayFocus #AngelInvesting #StartupInvesting #UKBAA #Webinar

📢 Join our online How Early Stage Investment Works course on November 24 During this 5-hour course you’ll gain a clear understanding of how early-stage investing works and how to guide founders on their fundraising journey. We'll cover: - How the investment ecosystem works - What investors look for in a founder - How to secure investment - Easy places for founders to go to find new investors The course is designed for anyone who supports a community of entrepreneurs and wants to help them navigate the process of raising investment. 👉More info: https://lnkd.in/e8tpTFwE

🎯 This Friday Don’t miss our upcoming Friday Focus webinar: Picking the Right Companies to Invest In What does a smart early-stage investment really look like? Join us for an impactful 45-minute session with expert insights on how to identify high-potential startups and make confident investment decisions. 🗓️ Friday 17 October 🕘 11:00am-12:00pm 🎤 Featuring industry expert Anthony Rose, SeedLegals 📍 Hosted by UKBAA Perfect for new and experienced investors looking to sharpen their approach. 🔗 Register: https://lnkd.in/eVhCw6Yb #AngelInvestment #EarlyStageInvesting #StartupFunding #InvestorEducation #UKBAA #FridayFocus

🔦 Spotlight on... Centre of Excellence Our Centre of Excellence hub empowers both new and experienced Angels to support exceptional founders across the UK. Over recent weeks, we've been sharing the most visited and valued content from our Centre of Excellence. ⭐This week: Understanding the Term Sheet - our comprehensive guide to startup investment deals. Whether you're new to angel investing or looking to refine your approach, this resource breaks down everything you need to know about term sheets and investment agreements. 👉 Read the full guide: https://lnkd.in/eZG3Tgrd

📢 This November join our How Early Stage Investment Works course This 5-hour course is designed for anyone who supports a community of entrepreneurs and wants to help them navigate the process of raising investment. You’ll gain a clear understanding of how early-stage investing works and how to guide founders on their fundraising journey. By the end of the course, you’ll understand: ⭐ How the wider investment ecosystem fits into a startup’s growth journey ⭐The key sources of funding, including Angel and Venture Capital investment ⭐What makes a startup attractive to investors ⭐The practical steps founders should take to prepare for and secure investment ⭐How to direct founders towards the right investors and funding opportunities For more information and to book, please see https://lnkd.in/eFrknhUR

🎬 Exclusive Bristol Screening: SHOW HER THE MONEY Join us for a special screening of the award-winning documentary Show Her The Money — a powerful exploration of why women receive less than 2% of venture capital funding, and how trailblazing investors are changing that narrative. 📅 Thursday 16 October 2025 🕘 9:00am 📍 Everyman Bristol Featuring inspiring women investors and founders, the film highlights the movement to redefine who gets funded and why — reminding us that money is power, and women deserve both. 🎟️ Reserve your place: https://lnkd.in/es-v3cY6 ▶️ Watch the trailer:https://lnkd.in/eJBYxPQp All ticket proceeds support BelEve, empowering the next generation of female leaders. #ShowHerTheMoney #WomenInBusiness #VentureCapital #GenderEquality #BristolEvents #WomenInVC

🌟 New Member Announcement! 🌟 We’re delighted to announce that ThatRound has recently joined as a new member! ThatRound is the world’s first platform connecting startups with the right funding partners. Explore their full profile here :https://lnkd.in/ekZGA9CA Bradley Jones

Curious about backing early-stage founders in the North East - or want to sharpen how you invest? Join us for Access to Angel Investing (In-Person Introductory Event) on Thu 8 Oct 2025, 15:00–17:00 in Newcastle. You’ll hear from a panel of experts in angel investing and learn from other angels’ real journeys - what they look for, how they assess opportunities, and how they add value after the cheque: Alex Buchan — NorthStar Ventures Ciaron Gallagher — Unity Angels Roderick Beer (Moderator) — UKBAA What you’ll take away: How deals are sourced, filtered and funded in the region Practical approaches to diligence, ticket size and portfolio strategy Ways to plug into local syndicates and co-investment opportunities Tips on supporting founders post-investment 📅 Thu 8 Oct 2025 | 15:00–17:00 📍 Grainger Hub, Maybrook House, 27 Grainger Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 5JE 🤝 Delivered by UKBAA with Innovation SuperNetwork, North East Combined Authority and the Northern Investor Hub. Register: https://lnkd.in/dJ9itu5p Know someone who should be there? Please share or tag them below. #AngelInvesting #NorthEast #Newcastle #EarlyStage #Startups #VentureCapital #DealFlow #Syndicates #SEIS #EIS #UKBAA

🔦 Spotlight on... Centre of Excellence Our Centre of Excellence hub empowers both new and experienced Angels to support exceptional founders across the UK. Over recent coming weeks, we’ve been sharing the most visited and valued content from our Centre of Excellence. This week: Delve into warrant instruments and how they offer a distinct route to conversion https://lnkd.in/e7j6HNiZ

In the latest episode of Mathys & Squire LLP podcast series: Innovation Unlocked, UKBAA's MD Roderick Beer offers expert insight into how the UK’s early-stage funding ecosystem has evolved, the challenges that still exist, and what founders can do to attract investment. More info and listen: https://lnkd.in/eDuwBNDH