BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//InvisionCommunity Events 5.0.18//EN METHOD:PUBLISH CALSCALE:GREGORIAN REFRESH-INTERVAL:PT15M X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT15M X-WR-CALNAME:Webinars NAME:Webinars BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London TZURL:https://tzurl.org/zoneinfo/Europe/London X-LIC-LOCATION:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T020000Z RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=3;BYDAY=-1SU END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T020000Z RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=10;BYDAY=-1SU END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London TZURL:https://tzurl.org/zoneinfo/Europe/London X-LIC-LOCATION:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T020000Z RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=3;BYDAY=-1SU END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T020000Z RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=10;BYDAY=-1SU END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London TZURL:https://tzurl.org/zoneinfo/Europe/London X-LIC-LOCATION:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T020000Z RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=3;BYDAY=-1SU END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T020000Z RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=10;BYDAY=-1SU END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:What's Your Startup Really Worth? Mastering Valuations Befor e Your Raise DTSTAMP:20260302T160207Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:9001-8-c368f9afb9c12b3ba84349ba85243e78@www.startupnetworks.co.uk ORGANIZER;CN="Standard Ledger":hello@startupnetworks.co.uk DESCRIPTION:Learn how investors value early-stage startups\, and how to position your valuation before your next funding round.Date: Thursday 26 March 2026\, 12:00pm–1:00pm (GMT)Speakers: Michael Budnow (Standard Le dger) and Daniel Faloppa (Equidam)Valuation is one of the most misunders tood parts of fundraising.Many founders either anchor to a number they “ need”\, copy what they’ve seen in the market\, or rely on rules of thu mb that don’t stand up in real investor discussions.The reality? Investo rs use structured methodologies and they assess far more than just revenue multiples.This practical webinar is designed to help UK startup founder s understand how valuations are actually formed\, what drives investor p erception of value\, and how to approach fundraising conversations with cr edibility and confidence.Join Michael Budnow\, UK Director and Co-Founder of Standard Ledger\, and Daniel Faloppa\, Founder &\; CEO of Equid am\, a global valuation platform\, for a founder-focused session on master ing valuation before your next raise.Together\, they’ll discuss how inve stors think about risk\, growth\, defensibility and traction\, and how tho se factors translate into real-world numbers.\nWhat we’ll cover:How inve stors value early-stage startups – The core methodologies used in pract ice\, from comparables to risk-adjusted approachesPre-revenue and early re venue valuation – What actually drives value when financial history is limitedCommon valuation mistakes founders make – Over-optimism\, weak a ssumptions\, and misaligned expectationsPositioning your startup’s wo rth – How to support your valuation with metrics\, narrative and financ ial clarityBalancing dilution and ambition – Setting a valuation that a ttracts investors without damaging future rounds\nWho should attend:UK sta rtup founders planning to raise in the next 6–12 monthsTeams preparing f or Seed or Series A conversationsFounders who want to understand valuation before speaking to investorsAnyone unsure how their startup would be asse ssed in a real-world funding scenarioYou’ll leave with a clearer underst anding of how valuation works in practice — and how to approach your nex t raise from a position of strength rather than guesswork.\n🎥 Can’t a ttend live? Register anyway and we’ll send you the recording afterwa rds.📅 Date: Thursday 26 March 2026⏰ Time: 12pm - 1pm GMT DTSTART:20260326T120000Z DTEND:20260326T130000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:From UK to USA: Finance & Compliance Essentials to Get Start ed DTSTAMP:20260209T160614Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:8968-8-c368f9afb9c12b3ba84349ba85243e78@www.startupnetworks.co.uk ORGANIZER;CN="Standard Ledger":hello@startupnetworks.co.uk DESCRIPTION:Join this free webinar to understand the key finance and com pliance considerations when expanding your startup from the UK to the US.D ate: Wednesday 25 February 2026\, 12:00pm–1:00pm (GMT)Speaker: Michael Budnow (Standard Ledger)Expanding your startup into the US is a big oppor tunity\, but things can easily go wrong if the foundations aren’t set up properly.This practical webinar is designed for UK startup founders who are considering entering the US market and want to understand what actu ally needs to be done on the finance and compliance side - before spending money or locking in the wrong structure.Led by Michael Budnow\, UK Direct or and Co-Founder of Standard Ledger\, this session cuts through the noise and focuses on the essentials founders need to get right early to avoid p ainful (and expensive) fixes later.\nWhat we’ll cover:Entity setup - Wh en and why a Delaware C-Corp makes sense\, QSBS eligibility\, registered a gents and basic US entity requirements409A valuations - What a 409A is an d when you need one\, IRS-compliant valuations that stand up to investor d iligenceR&\;D tax credits - How US R&\;D tax credits work (federal + state) and how to maximise claims without creating riskPayroll &\; be nefits - How to pay US employees correctly\, W-2 vs 1099 contractors\, mu lti-state payroll basics using platforms like Gusto or RipplingSales tax & amp\; nexus - What “nexus” actually means\, common triggers in states like Texas and Florida\, and how to avoid accidental non-compliance as yo u grow\nWho should attend:UK startups planning to expand into the USFounde rs preparing for US hiring or revenueCompanies raising (or planning to rai se) from US investorsFinance-light founding teams who want clear advice an d not jargon🎥 Can’t attend live? Register anyway and we’ll send yo u the recording afterwards.📅 Date: Wednesday 25 February 2026⏰ Time : 12pm - 1pm GMT DTSTART:20260225T120000Z DTEND:20260225T130000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:How Indian Startups Can Build & Scale Global Teams in 2026 DTSTAMP:20260114T140706Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:8180-8-c368f9afb9c12b3ba84349ba85243e78@www.startupnetworks.co.uk ORGANIZER;CN="pamgro":hello@startupnetworks.co.uk DESCRIPTION:A practical guide to hiring internationally without setting up local entities\, avoiding compliance risk\, and controlling costs.Globa l expansion is no longer a long-term plan for Indian startups. It is an im mediate growth lever.However\, expanding globally without the right struct ure can lead to:Long delays in hiringUnexpected legal and tax exposure\nHi gh fixed costs before the market is even validatedOperational and complian ce risks across countriesThis webinar will walk you through how Indian sta rtups can build and scale global teams in 2026 using the right employment models\, including when to use an Employer of Record (EOR) and when an ent ity actually makes sense.\n\n DTSTART:20260128T103000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Navigating your personal finances in 2026 | tax year end\, s elf-assessment and building financial resilience DTSTAMP:20260107T091117Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:8179-8-c368f9afb9c12b3ba84349ba85243e78@www.startupnetworks.co.uk ORGANIZER;CN="edward.garrett":hello@startupnetworks.co.uk DESCRIPTION:Octopus Money helps founders and business leaders build fina ncial resilience.Building and leading ventures is a rollercoaster.Financia l resilience reduces stress and improves performance - 92% of founders and start-up leaders identify resilience as the #1 trait required for entrepr eneurship.So\, you need stability in your personal finances so you can bri ng the absolute focus to building your business.In 45 minutes\, we’ll sh ow how to plan for 2026 across two key moments: the self-assessment deadli ne in January and the tax year end in April. You’ll see what needs actio n now\, what can wait and how a clear plan supports better decisions over the year.What you’ll take away:A simple framework for planning your mone y in 2026How to stay on top of tax deadlines without last-minute pressureP ractical habits that support better financial decisionsReal examples of ho w different people approach planningClear\, plain-English guidance on self -assessment\, including what’s changing with Making Tax Digital\, from t he experts at TaxdWho this is for?This session is for anyone who wants to feel more organised and confident about their money in 2026. It’s also r elevant  if you’re juggling different income sources\, paying higher ra tes of tax\, or managing property or business income.It’s 30 minutes of straightforward\, useful insight\, plus an optional Q&\;A if you’d li ke to stay and ask questions.This session gives general guidance\, not per sonal advice. Tax rules can change and depend on your circumstances. Your capital is at risk and protections vary by provider. DTSTART:20260109T123000Z DTEND:20260109T131500Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Surrey Research Park: Live! DTSTAMP:20250616T084908Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:118-8-c368f9afb9c12b3ba84349ba85243e78@www.startupnetworks.co.uk ORGANIZER;CN="Ben Wilson":hello@startupnetworks.co.uk DESCRIPTION:Startup founders: Ready to navigate the 'Valley of Death' an d scale your venture? 🚀Join Surrey Research Park: Live! on Tuesday\, Ju ne 17th\, at 12 noon BST. This FREE\, interactive livestream is packed wit h insights specifically for you.Hear directly from experts at SETsquared S urrey and Venner Shipley on building resilience\, protecting your IP in th e age of AI\, and fuelling sustainable growth.But that's not all! Our agen da is packed with more groundbreaking innovation and future-shaping insigh ts from across the University of Surrey and the Park's diverse sectors. Yo u'll also hear from:AI: Dr. Andrew Rogoyski (People-Centred AI\, future im pacts)Space: Andrew Greenhalgh (SSTL\, transformative space tech)Sustainab ility and business: Prof. Amelia Hadfield (CIFAL\, sustainable practices)H ealth: Dr. Atreyee Saha (Datar Cancer Genetics\, cancer detection)Gaming: Dr. Charlotte Frost &\; panel (future of games)Ask your burning questio ns on everything from early-stage challenges to future tech trends. Don't miss this chance to gain actionable strategies from the people shaping tom orrow's innovation.Follow Surrey Research Park on LinkedIn to join the eve nt or watch on YouTube live - use the on-screen QR code for details on how to interact. \nSRP_Carousel.pdf.pdf DTSTART:20250617T110000Z DTEND:20250617T131000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Succeeding in a start-up environment DTSTAMP:20250506T184040Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:66-8-c368f9afb9c12b3ba84349ba85243e78@www.startupnetworks.co.uk ORGANIZER;CN="Nicolas Chea":hello@startupnetworks.co.uk DESCRIPTION:\n \n Details\n \n\n\n\n \n Join us for an inspiring webin ar where we explore the unique opportunities and challenges of working in a start-up as a woman in tech.\n \n\n \n Discover strategies for thriving in dynamic\, fast-paced settings\, from embracing innovation and agile me thodologies to adapt quickly to change.\n \n\n \n Our panel of experience d start-up founders and tech leaders will share insights on building resil ience\, taking initiative and making meaningful contributions to startup s uccess.\n \n\n \n Whether you’re considering a career in startups or al ready immersed in one\, this webinar offers practical advice and empowerin g stories to help you navigate and excel in the startup ecosystem.\n \n\n \n Register here: https://community.shecancode.io/networks/events/151103 \n \n\n \n Please note: You will be asked to register for our community p latform to access the event.\n \n\n DTSTART:20250516T150000Z DTEND:20250516T154500Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Achieve Your Goals: Turn Dreams into Action! DTSTAMP:20250420T225629Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:62-8-c368f9afb9c12b3ba84349ba85243e78@www.startupnetworks.co.uk ORGANIZER;CN="Giedre Irtmonaite":hello@startupnetworks.co.uk DESCRIPTION:\n \n\n\n\n Are you tired of feeling stuck or unsure how to achieve your biggest ambitions? Whether you’re growing a business\, chas ing a personal goal\, or launching a new idea\, success starts with takin g the right steps.\n\n\n\n Join us for an exclusive live session designe d to inspire and empower YOU to: ✅ Break down overwhelming goals into ma nageable steps. ✅ Prioritise what truly matters for your business and li fe. ✅ Take action using proven strategies like Agile\, Waterfall\, and Hybrid methods.\n\n\n\n RSPV to the LinkedIn live below!\n\n\n\n At Proj ect World Take Over\, we believe that every goal is a project\, and every one deserves the tools to succeed. This event is perfect for: 👉 Entrepr eneurs ready to bring their business ideas to life. 👉 Professionals str iving for career success. 👉 Anyone eager to create clarity\, focus\, an d momentum.\n\n\n\n 💡 Let’s revolutionise the way you think about yo ur goals.\n\n\n\n 🚀 Save your spot today! Together\, we’ll turn asp irations into achievements.\n\n\n\n #GoalSetting #AchieveYourGoals #startu p #ProjectManagement #Leadership #Growth #AgileMethodology\n\n DTSTART:20250501T180000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Giedre Irtmonaite";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=A CCEPTED:hello@startupnetworks.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bringing certainty to the chaos: How smart customer discover y can help your business to thrive DTSTAMP:20250130T173822Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:55-8-c368f9afb9c12b3ba84349ba85243e78@www.startupnetworks.co.uk ORGANIZER;CN="Gideon B":hello@startupnetworks.co.uk DESCRIPTION:\n Join Gideon Barker\, founder of Customer IQ and research professional with 25 years of experience for a webinar and Q&\;A around the topic of customer discovery.\n\n\n\n During the session\, Gideon will cover:\n\n\n\n \n What customer discovery is and why it matters\n \n \n How it fits into building and scaling businesses\n \n \n Approaches/fram eworks\n \n \n Applying this in a practical way\n \n \n Opportunity for Q&\;A\n \n\n DTSTART:20250214T120000Z DTEND:20250214T130000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:EU Grants Landscape for Early-Stage Founders: How to Secure Equity-Free Funding in 2025? DTSTAMP:20250130T153724Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:54-8-c368f9afb9c12b3ba84349ba85243e78@www.startupnetworks.co.uk ORGANIZER;CN="James":hello@startupnetworks.co.uk DESCRIPTION:\n ULTRA.VC is excited to collaborate with Sofia Drobychevsk a\, founder of DeepSync_EU\, to empower impact-driven founders with the to ols they need to secure equity-free funding and scale this year.\n\n\n\n S ofia is a certified EU fundraising consultant and a masterful grant consor tium builder with over 8 years of experience in the startup ecosystem. In 2024 alone\, she helped startups secure more than €3M in funding through programs like Horizon Europe\, EIC\, and EIT.\n\n\n\n And as an EU Commis sion grant evaluator\, Sofia brings insider knowledge of the decision-maki ng process — offering unique perspectives on how startup proposals are a ssessed and what it takes to stand out.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n What We Will Cove r:\n\n\n\n • Navigating the Grant Landscape: An overview of EU and CEE f unding opportunities\, including Horizon Europe\, EIT\, EIC\, and national programs. Discover new trends and opportunities for 2025.\n\n\n\n • Und erstanding EU Grants Eligibility: Learn what types of EU grants exist\, wh ich startups are eligible\, and the key criteria they must meet to qualify for grant funding. Common misconceptions will be clarified\, providing de finitive answers on eligibility.\n\n\n\n • Crafting Winning Proposals: K ey strategies for structuring proposals that stand out in competitive gran t applications. Learn how to build consortia with universities and startup s to enhance your grant prospects.\n\n\n\n • Startup Proposals Evaluatio n: Discover the most common mistakes in grant applications and the 5 main steps grant commissions use to evaluate startup proposals\, ensuring they are both competitive and eligible.\n\n\n\n Exclusive Bonuses for Attendees :\n\n\n\n • Access to a curated Notion workspace featuring a detailed li st of the most relevant and sought-after grant opportunities for startups in early 2025. The database includes:\n\n\n\n - Categorization by Sectors and Startup Directions: Find what suits your project quickly and effective ly.\n\n\n\n - Comprehensive Descriptions: Each grant includes detailed req uirements\, eligibility criteria\, and key details.\n\n\n\n • Discount f or DeepSync_EU services\n\n DTSTART:20250211T160000Z DTEND:20250211T173000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pitch Perfectly & Win Big DTSTAMP:20241210T213725Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:51-8-c368f9afb9c12b3ba84349ba85243e78@www.startupnetworks.co.uk ORGANIZER;CN="Startup Networks":hello@startupnetworks.co.uk DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n JOIN OUR SKOOL COMMUNITY FOR MORE SUPPORT FOR FO UNDERS ON BUDGET\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n 📲 Calling all Early-Sta ge Founders!\n \n\n \n 📈 Whether you're building the next big thing or already have a killer product\, one thing is certain: you need to mast er the art of pitching.\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n 💼 Investors only spend 2 minutes on your pitch deck — that’s all the time you have to stand out\, make your mark\, and secure the funding your startup needs to scale.\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n 🎟 Join us for Pitch Perfect\, a hands-on\, 1-hour intensive webinar tailored specifically for founders.\n \n\n \n You’ll learn how to craft a concise\, compelling\, and effec tive pitch deck that investors will actually remember.\n \n\n \n We’ ll break down every step\, from creating your tagline to nailing your Demo Day presentation. We’ll even dive into practical exercises\, live pitch critiques\, and real-world case studies from startups like Airbnb\, Dropb ox\, and Facebook.\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n 💡 What You’ll Lear n:\n \n\n \n \n How to explain complex ideas simply and clearly — even if you're an early-stage founder!\n \n \n The 5-12 points you MUST include in your pitch to grab investor attention.\n \n \n\n \n \n Real case studies from successful early stage startups that nailed their investor pitches.\n \n \n\n \n \n The secrets to designing an eye-catching\, effective pitch deck (no design skills required)\n \n \n\n \n \n How to showcase your tech team as the ultimate solution to a real-world problem.\n \n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n 👱 Who Sho uld Attend: Founders\, developers\, engineers\, or anyone ready to take t heir pitch skills to the next level and secure the funding needed to turn their vision into reality.\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n 💡 Why You Sh ould Attend: You’ve built the tech — now it’s time to build your st ory! Founders are problem solvers by nature\, but communicating the impact of your solutions to investors requires more than technical expertise. Th is webinar will help you bridge the gap between code and capital by teachi ng you how to pitch with clarity\, confidence\, and conviction.\n \n\n \ n  \n \n\n \n ✨ Key Topics Covered ✨\n \n\n \n \n How to structure a winning pitch deck\n \n \n Perfecting your tagline\, elevator pitch\, and Demo Day slides\n \n \n Visual design hacks f or founders (you don't need to be a designer)\n \n \n Presenting yo ur team and business model to investors\n \n \n Live pitch practice and real-time feedback\n \n \n\n \n \n\n 💻 Location: (Link t o be provided upon registration)\n \n\n \n 📅 Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM\n \n\n \n 🎟Tickets: Limited spots available!\n \n\n \n 📍Register now to secure your spot.\n \n\n \n Join our community for ongoing sessions like this for FREE.👇👇👇\n \n\n \n https://ww w.skool.com/zero-to-millions-club-2685/about\n \n\n \n  \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n DTSTART:20250215T023000Z DTEND:20250215T053000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:How To Do Research Interviews Really Well DTSTAMP:20240501T113409Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:26-8-c368f9afb9c12b3ba84349ba85243e78@www.startupnetworks.co.uk ORGANIZER;CN="Gideon B":hello@startupnetworks.co.uk DESCRIPTION:\n How To Do Research Interviews Really Well\n\n\n\n Date: 1 7th May 2024\n\n\n\n Time: 12:00 to 12:30 GMT\n\n\n\n Location: Online\n\n \n\n Description:\n\n\n\n Do you 'know' you 'have to' carry out some resea rch interviews for your startup?\n\n\n\n Is the weight of customer discove ry and user feedback getting you down?\n\n\n\n Have you tried interviewing and feel it could have gone better?\n\n\n\n This 30 min FREE webinar will give you some quick and easy ways to reframe your thinking as well as som e practical tips to get you started or improve your skills\n\n\n\n Led by Gideon Barker\, who has 24 years of experience in the market research indu stry.\n\n DTSTART:20240517T120000Z DTEND:20240517T123000Z END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR