# Event Details - **Event Name**: Raising Investment: What Founders Need to Know (In partnership with Google) - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 06 Jan, 2026 at 06:30 pm – Tue, 06 Jan, 2026 at 08:30 pm - **Event Description**: Join our in-person session for founders & startups to learn how to raise investment confidently and avoid costly mistakes.About this EventThis practical and informative event will cover the investment process, explain what investors are really looking for, and provide clarity on SEIS and EIS tax reliefs, one of the most powerful tools available to UK startups raising capital.?What You’ll LearnSources of Funding for StartupsWe’ll explore the main sources of funding available to startups and growing businesses, including angel investors, SEIS and EIS investment, early-stage funds and private investment. You’ll learn when each option is most appropriate and how founders should think strategically about funding stages.Tax Reliefs for Angel InvestorsUnderstand why SEIS and EIS are so attractive to angel investors, how tax reliefs reduce investor risk and how founders can use this knowledge when engaging with potential investors.SEIS and EIS Explained ClearlyLearn how the Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) and Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) work, why they matter to investors and how they can significantly improve your chances of raising funding.We’ll cover:Company eligibility requirementsInvestor qualification rulesTiming and advance assuranceCommon pitfalls that delay or prevent approvalHow to prepare properly before approaching investorsHow to engage with investors?Getting the Maths RightWe’ll explain the importance of valuations, dilution, investment structure and financial assumptions, helping founders understand the numbers behind a funding round and avoid issues later.⚡️Top 3 Mistakes Founders Make When Raising InvestmentLearn from real-world experience as we highlight the most common mistakes founders make when raising investment and how to avoid them.?Investment Documents and Deal ReadinessUnderstand the key legal documents involved in raising investment, why they matter, and how early decisions can impact future funding rounds.?Live Q&A with an ExpertThe session will conclude with an interactive Q&A, giving you the opportunity to ask practical questions relevant to your own business and funding plans.?Who Should AttendThis event is ideal for:Startup founders and co-foundersEarly-stage and scaleup businessesEntrepreneurs planning to raise investmentBusiness owners who want to understand SEIS and EIS before speaking to investorsNo prior fundraising experience is required?Networking and RefreshmentsFollowing the seminar, attendees are invited to stay for informal networking with fellow founders and advisors. Light refreshments and drinks will be provided.?SpeakerFounder of Buckworths and author of Built on Rock: The Entrepreneur’s Legal Guide to Start-Up Success.Michael advises founders and high-growth businesses on investment, growth and risk management. His work focuses on helping entrepreneurs avoid common legal pitfalls and build businesses on strong foundations. Built on Rock simplifies complex startup law into clear, practical guidance and is widely used by early-stage businesses across the UK.?FREE Book for AttendeesAll registered attendees who attend the event will receive a FREE copy of Michael Buckworth’s bestselling book, Built on Rock: The Entrepreneur’s Legal Guide to Start-Up Success, as a thank-you for joining us.?Free SEIS/EIS Eligibility CalculatorWe also offer a free SEIS/EIS Eligibility Calculator, allowing startups to complete a few simple steps and receive a tailored SEIS/EIS eligibility report directly to their inbox within 2 business days.SEIS/EIS Eligibility Calculator:https://www.buckworths.com/eis-sense-eligibility-calculator/Important Registration InformationRegistration opens at 18:00hThe event will start promptly at 18:30hA 30-minute grace period is available for late arrivals, with final entry at 19:00hNo entry will be permitted after 19:00hPlease note that the venue has a maximum capacity of 70 attendees. 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