The Investment Case for Textile Startups: Brand & Supplier Case Studies on Scaling Proven Tech l by Collateral Good at Future Fabrics Expo

​Join us for a morning exploring the investment case of textile startups!

​Transformative textile technology is one of the most compelling and underexplored investment opportunities of this decade. The global textile industry is under intense regulatory, consumer, and competitive pressure to transform, and a new generation of startups is building the solutions that will make that transformation possible. Whilst some of these startups are still early-stage moonshots, many have proven their technology, validated an enormous market, and are ready for commercialisation. This morning will focus on the latter group, specifically what it takes to unlock that commercialisation opportunity.

​The investment case does not stand alone. Startups in this space succeed when brands commit to buying, when suppliers commit to manufacturing, and when investors understand the dynamic well enough to back the right companies patiently. When these three groups align, technology scales. When they do not, even excellent companies stall. This event brings them into the same room.

​The event closes with networking and a private tour of the Future Fabrics Expo.

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​Programme

​09:00 Registration and welcome coffee & breakfast

​09:15 Opening: the investment case

​09:30 Opportunity spotlight: when brands, suppliers, startups, and investors work together: showcase of two Collateral Good portfolio companies, presented by their brand and supplier partners.

​10:10 Panel and open discussion: what brands, suppliers, and investors need from each other to invest in and scale successful ventures, followed by an open conversation with the room.

​10:55 Closing remarks and networking.

​11:30  An exclusive walkthrough of the exhibition floor.

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​Who this is for

​This closed-door event is designed for VCs, family offices, CVCs, government funds, and Corporate Investors interested in sustainable supply chain transformation that want to learn more about investing in the textile industry.

​Spaces are limited, and participants will be selected based on relevance.

​Important note

​This event is an official side-event of the Future Fabrics Expo, you can register for a free ticket to the fair here: https://futurefabricsexpo.org/