NoBa Connect | UK First, Global Tomorrow. Backing Early-Stage Ventures from London.
UK First, Global Tomorrow
Backing Early-Stage Ventures from London
London continues to prove itself as one of the most powerful launchpads for early-stage companies - but how should founders think about building here before expanding globally?
On 4 March, at our next NoBa Connect evening, we’re bringing together founders, operators, and investors to explore why London works so well at the earliest stage, and how to position your company for global growth from day one.
At NoBa, we are intentionally centring our programmes in London while backing founders with global ambition. This evening is about unpacking that strategy - practically and honestly.
Expect short, sharp perspectives followed by open discussion and Q&A. The format is conversational rather than a traditional panel, designed to spark meaningful dialogue and connection.
🎤 Speakers
Ken Donald – Opus
Founder perspective on building from London. Why does London work at the earliest stage? What advantages do founders often underestimate? And what still needs fixing?
Richard Goold – Wilson Sonsini
Insights on the UK start-up environment and when companies should start thinking about expansion beyond the UK. What does “US-ready” really mean? And how should founders prepare?
David Stevenson – Economist & Finance Journalist (FT/Telegraph)
A macro view of the UK ecosystem. Why does later-stage funding remain a challenge? And what needs to change for London to fully compete on the global stage?
Who Should Attend?
Early-stage founders building with global ambition
Operators thinking about scaling internationally
Angel investors and early-stage VCs
Anyone interested in the future of the UK start-up ecosystem
Format of the evening
Arrival from 6:00pm
Presentations and discussion from 6:45pm
Drinks, nibbles and networking to follow
London first. Global tomorrow.
We hope you’ll join us for an evening of insight, connection, and candid conversation.
See you there!
📩 For any questions, please contact [email protected]
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