Closing UK Tech Week in Style: The Launch of Caplia
OPUS x Caplia Presents - Fundraising Readiness
The UK continues to set the pace for innovation across Europe. From London’s leading fintech players to Manchester’s cutting-edge AI hubs and Edinburgh’s pioneering HealthTech innovators. British startups are building boldly - and investors are taking notice. In 2026 alone, UK startups have already raised $2.78 billion, with venture activity tracking alongside some of the strongest years on record.
As UK Tech Week draws to a close, join us for an insightful evening celebrating the official launch of Caplia - bringing together founders, investors, and startup leaders shaping what’s next.
📅 Thursday 19th March | 5:00PM onwards
📍 OPUS House
OPUS x Caplia’s Fundraising Readiness panel will cut through the noise of pitching and term sheets to explore what truly makes a startup investable in 2026. You’ll hear from leading voices across venture capital and entrepreneurial ecosystems in a concise, high-impact discussion designed for founders preparing to raise.
Expect candid insights from:
Professor Thomas Hellmann - Professor of Entrepreneurship at the University of Oxford and a leading academic in venture capital and entrepreneurial finance - 'The fundamentals that make a startup investible'
Joshua Patterson - Cross-vertical angel investor, Co-owner and director of RUNNA - 'What early founders must demonstrate to win early backers'
Connor Wells - Co-founder & CEO, Caplia - The confidence gap: 'Solving the Readiness Deficit in Early-Stage Ventures'
Together, they’ll unpack how VCs evaluate opportunities today, what early backers really look for, common gaps founders overlook, and how to bridge them with confidence.
This is a discussion you won’t want to miss.
Drinks and afters to follow - so stick around to keep the conversations going.
Join us for sharp insights, meaningful connections, and an evening designed to leave you better prepared for your next round.