CAPTURE - NOV '24 ??

As we head into the festive season we’ve started the wrapping early, bringing you the top 10 latest news stories from the world of Tech & High Growth. These updates are packed with insights you won't want to miss. So, grab a cuppa, kick back, and catch up on the headlines shaping the future of tech.

1. STRATEGIC FINANCE?- THE BEST BITS ??

CFO in a startup or scale up and currently evolving the finance function? TOM WATTS and Nick M. from our Strategic Finance team hosted a 60-minute, gem-packed session, sharing their tried and tested tips. It was all about creating finance functions that are growth enablers not bottlenecks so whatever your stage, read through the highlights.

2. ECOSYSTEM NEWS - SIE VENTURES ??

Our friends at Sie Ventures have been named in Founders Forum Group 's 100 Women Founders to Watch. The report aims to help close the funding gap by showcasing 100 remarkable women who are breaking boundaries in sectors from AI to climate tech, proving the impact and innovation that diverse founders bring to the table. They've already raised $1.1B+ between them, and they're just getting started.

3. ONLINE WEBINAR - 27TH NOV, 12-1PM ??

If you’re thinking about maximising your scale up’s value and laying the groundwork for a successful exit, this session is for you. Join James Peck , Simon Nichols and Steve Leith for a discussion on navigating this complex journey, including top tips for success and the key pitfalls to avoid.

4. LONDON DRINKS - 28TH NOV, 6PM ONWARDS ??

Calling all scale up Finance Leads: we’re hosting drinks and light bites at Curve, a seriously stunning private members’ club near Old Street. Steve Leith , James Peck and Asif Ahmed will be hosting alongside HSBC Innovation Banking , Harmonic Finance? | Certified B Corp , Capsule Insurance and Ledgy . Come along and meet some of the best high growth FDs, CFOs and tech ecosystem partners in the business.

5. VENTURECEO COHORT 4 - COMING JAN '25 ??

The Future of Media cohort is coming. VentureCEO continues to thrive, helping VC-backed early stage founders unlock advice and connections to supercharge their growth. Our next cohort will focus on media-tech founders who are driving industry change but looking to drive to the next level. With the support of our team, including Asif Ahmed , our Head of Early Stage, and the expertise of key players in this space, we’ll provide the infrastructure and guidance needed to succeed. Want in or know someone this might be suitable for?

6. AN EXCITING PARTNERSHIP - FOX WILLIAMS X COOPER PARRY ??

Our early stage team has teamed up with Fox Williams , a leading law firm for technology driven innovation, supporting high growth companies at all stages. This partnership will provide invaluable guidance to our 2025 VentureCEO cohorts - ensuring leaders have direct access to A* advice when navigating the complex landscape of legal, regulatory, and funding challenges. Like us, FW are passionate about helping the next generation of innovators achieve sustainable success. They'll be out & about as part of VentureCEO, Deep Tech dinners, and Founder events: let’s go!

Pictured below is Asif Ahmed , Kolvin Stone and Steve Leith at our VentureCEO Future of Data closing party.

7. COOPER PARRY IS NOW ON GATHRTOFIND ??

We’re excited to be featured on Gathr? - Formerly London Tech & PE Drinks 's new platform which connects a 10,000-strong community of investors, founders, operators and advisers through events like the sell-out London Tech Drinks. With Gathr's launch, high growth companies and investors can easily discover curated B2B services and software, along with the tools and connections needed to scale. We’ll be offering valuable content and support to the community.

8. FUNDRAISING SPOTLIGHT ??

Shout out to the following scale ups in our portfolio on their recent rounds. We love to see it!?

• FYLD :?FYLD Secures $10 Million in Financing from NatWest
• Perlego :?Perlego raises $20M to scale up its edtech with AI - Tech.eu?
• BMLL :?BMLL Technologies | BMLL secures $21m strategic investment to…?

9. COOPER PARRY?NEWS - ONE DAY, TWO DEALS ??

One day, two deals, and more expertise to support startups and scale ups in key UK geographies. We’ve expanded into Manchester and Thames Valley/Reading regions, welcoming UHY Hacker Young Manchester and Haines Watts Thames Valley/Reading to CP adding 200 more specialists across Audit, Tax, Outsourcing and Deals.

10. CP TAKES THE HIGH ROAD TO SCOTLAND ???

We’re thrilled to continue our fast-growing journey into Scotland and bring our unique approach along for the ride. We've brought in some top tax talent with deep networks and sector expertise in tech. We're ready to help new and long-time clients take things up a notch: check out this article where Andrew Holloway dives into new hires, like Kirsty Paton & the upcoming Scotland winter social.

BONUS FEATURE ?

Before you go, check out this post...

?? Are you a Founder in venture? Follow our Head of Early Stage partner Asif Ahmed .

?? Are you a CFO in a venture-backed scale up? Follow our Head of Tech & Growth partner Steve Leith and our specialist Tech & High Growth Tax partner James Peck .

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