Frustrated by the way that investors and entrepreneurs only rarely come together in the real world, I started this group to help the two groups find some common ground. So the question is... what *do* they have in common? For me, the answer is *contrarianity* - that particular state of mind whereby you _look_ at the same markets and trends as everyone else, but _see_ something quite different. Contrarian thinking underpins both entrepreneurs and investors: both make substantial bets (in ti …

If you are part of a business or idea that will need financeing over the coming years then it typically takes 6-9 months minimum to secure and requires you to have very strong relationships with investors. This MeetUp group was created by BankToTheFuture.com for entrepreneurs, businesses and investors to meet each other and share the challenging process of raising finance for businesses and finding good investable businesses. It was also to created to educate entrepreneurs, businesses and invest …

Techmeetups.com launched the London Silicon Roundabout meetup group in Dec 2010 and since this has become the fastest growing group in this part of London.  We started this group in order to bring together startups, entrepreneurs, investors, techies and webbies in and around London's Silicon Roundabout. Anyone who is thinking about starting their own software or web company and wants to bounce ideas off each other and meet potential partners or investors are welcome to join this group!   We …

There has never been a more exciting time to be part of the UK’s startup scene, but something seems amiss. Sure, we all enjoy celebrating other entrepreneur's successes, whether they have achieved epic growth, closed seed rounds or raise VC, but we’re all far too ashamed of the bad days. Failboat London is here to fix that. If one of the keys to startup success lies in validated learning, then we should be proud of our failures, sharing them with one another and growing a stronger, more agile ec …

… The teams will be self organising although the core team will help where needed to keep the project on track and provide advice or access to their contacts in the technology, marketing, sales and venture capital industries where needed.  The process repeats every 6 months. It is as simple as that!  Sign up today and join in the fun!

A group of followers of the AVC blog of Fred Wilson

What's this group about? Financial Innovation is currently transforming our traditional finance industry, and consumers and corporates are demanding new innovative solutions for web and mobile. You will find this group valuable if you are interested or involved in any area of Financial Innovation, we have a broad membership that includes both new and existing finance companies, providers of capital, entrepreneurs, service providers, academics, technologists and those just interested in innovatio …

Do you want to invest in property (real estate) projects, but lack the expertise, experience, confidence, time or required capital to move forward in the present market? Have you been waiting for many years for the right moment to get started or to move to the next level in your investment plans? Whether you are an experienced property investor, just starting out, or perhaps have cash sitting on the side lines, Kensington & Chelsea Property Network is here to help our members to network effectiv …

… How to run a business with minimum capital. 7. Social media advertising (Google,Linked, Twitter). We shall look at which one is best! Every business owner and Entrepreneur is welcome to attend.

… The project, located just outside of the capital Kampala, seeks to educate and empower girls aged 12-20 years through football. It provides educational sessions for the girls and parents alike, covering issues from the prevention of HIV/AIDs to the benefits of female empowerment, and encourages girls to compete alongside boys both on and off the pitch. Thanks to the generosity of CLHG members and the general public we have transferred over £4,100 to the project. The Emitos girls now sport fo …