S1 EP01 HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS: Entrepreneur Leroy Lawrence and Matt Adey from British Business Bank Discuss Angel Investors and Start-Ups
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Are you an entrepreneur seeking guidance on securing investment and navigating the start-up landscape? Join us for an insightful discussion with award-winning entrepreneur, Leroy Lawrence, and Matt Adey, the Director of Economics for British Business Bank. Discover the unique challenges facing start-ups in the UK, especially in the current economic climate, and learn how British Business Bank is helping smaller businesses get the finance they need to start, grow, and develop.
Leroy shares his experience of taking his innovative business idea, Pigee Post, to Asia to secure investment, as he felt constrained by the mindset of British investors. We delve into why British investors might be hesitant to take enough of a risk and invest a large enough amount, compared to their American counterparts. Matt also sheds light on the efforts of British Business Bank in supporting angel investors and early-stage venture capital funds.
Don't miss out on valuable insights and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs as we discuss the importance of finding the right investor who understands your vision and goals, and explore the different types of finance available to start-ups. Whether you're an entrepreneur looking to make your mark or simply seeking inspiration, this episode is not to be missed.
Leroy shares his experience of taking his innovative business idea, Pigee Post, to Asia to secure investment, as he felt constrained by the mindset of British investors. We delve into why British investors might be hesitant to take enough of a risk and invest a large enough amount, compared to their American counterparts. Matt also sheds light on the efforts of British Business Bank in supporting angel investors and early-stage venture capital funds.
Don't miss out on valuable insights and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs as we discuss the importance of finding the right investor who understands your vision and goals, and explore the different types of finance available to start-ups. Whether you're an entrepreneur looking to make your mark or simply seeking inspiration, this episode is not to be missed.
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1. S1 EP01 HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS: Entrepreneur Leroy Lawrence and Matt Adey from British Business Bank Discuss Angel Investors and Start-Ups (00:00:00)
2. Challenges Facing Start-Ups and Angel Investors (00:00:01)
3. Starting a Business and Securing Investment (00:09:21)
4. Entrepreneurial Advice in Economic Climate (00:17:07)
5. Challenges of Finding Investors for Startups (00:28:44)
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