Author Archives: Emma Andrick

Are we witnessing an AI gold rush – or the formation of the next tech bubble? Join us at Keble College for a timely discussion on one of the most pressing questions in technology and venture capital: should we be investing in AI right now? Featuring insights from Dr Ole Teutloff (Oxford Internet Institute), AaliyaContinue reading “AI Gold Rush and Investments”

How do founders get VC backing – and more importantly, how do they build strong, healthy relationships with investors as they grow? Join us for an in-person panel discussion bringing together founders and venture operators to unpack the realities of the VC-founder dynamic. We’ll cover what investors really look for, how trust is built overContinue reading “🔥 Health Tech Panel Discussion – Navigating VC-Founder Relationships”

Join us for an exclusive in-person fireside chat and open AMA with Alexander Schmitt, Partner at Lightspeed Venture Partners. Lightspeed is one of the world’s leading VC firms – $40B+ AUM, 101 unicorns, 38 IPOs, including Snap, Anthropic, Stripe, Mistral, Rubrik, Epic Games, Wiz & GrubHub. Alex is a former founder turned VC who nowContinue reading “🔥 Fireside Chat & AMA with Alexander Schmitt – Lightspeed Venture Partners”

💡 Thinking about raising your first round? Founders and investors come together at Green Templeton College for an honest discussion on what it really takes to secure early-stage funding – from first cheque to closing the round. Featuring founders from Jack Fertility, investor perspectives, and a hands-on focus group testing JackGPT, an AI health tool.Continue reading “Raising Your First Round”

Great ideas need great storytelling – especially when you’re pitching to investors. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to craft a clear, compelling narrative, design slides investors actually engage with, and deliver a pitch that leads to real follow-up conversations. Bring a deck you’re currently working on and get practical feedback, or simply joinContinue reading “Workshop: Decks that Raise – Pitching to VCs Effectively”

Ready to build the next life sciences startup? Apply for our one-day innovation sprint and learn what it takes to create a unicorn! 🌟 Highlights:– No ideas or teams required – just bring your curiosity and creativity– Open to students from all academic backgrounds– Learn how ideas move from concept to investable venture– Free cateringContinue reading “Life Sciences Innovation Sprint”