Who's backing Britain's next generation of successful businesses?

Britain has no shortage of ambitious entrepreneurs. But turning a promising business into a global success story is another challenge entirely.

From access to growth capital and investment incentives to innovation policy and international expansion, the decisions made in Westminster have a direct impact on the ability of British businesses to scale.

So, is the UK doing enough to help its most ambitious founders succeed?

Join us for an exclusive, intimate dinner with Chris McDonald MP, Minister of State for Science, Innovation and Investment, for an honest conversation about the future of British enterprise and what government can do to unlock the next wave of growth.

Uniquely, Chris brings experience from both sides of the table. Before entering Parliament, he spent two decades in industry, including serving as CEO of the Materials Processing Institute. Today, his ministerial responsibilities span some of the issues that matter most to scaling businesses: investment, access to finance, technology, innovation and scale-ups.

Around the table, we'll explore:

• Scaling in Britain: Is the UK creating the right environment for ambitious businesses to grow, or are we making it harder than it needs to be?
• Access to capital: What more can government do to unlock investment and help founders fund their next stage of growth?
• Innovation and AI: How can Britain turn its strengths in research and technology into globally competitive businesses?
• Going global: What needs to change to help British scale-ups compete internationally?
• The founder's perspective: What does Westminster misunderstand about the realities of building and scaling a business?

This isn't a speech or a panel discussion. It's an opportunity to sit around the table with a senior government minister, share your experiences as a founder and contribute directly to a conversation about the policies shaping Britain's business landscape.

Expect an evening of thoughtful debate, honest perspectives and meaningful connections with fellow founders and CEOs.

Places are strictly limited to ensure an intimate and engaging discussion.

Ticket cost: FREE for all event-inclusive membership types. If you’re unsure about your membership type please contact membership@helmclub.co

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