The Future of Venture Building in Cambridge
What will the next decade of innovation look like in Cambridge? Join us for a deep dive into the future of venture building in Cambridge, spotlighting emerging trends in DeepTech, BioTech, and NetZero, and the resources that will define the city’s next chapter. Explore cutting-edge advancements in regenerative concrete, AI-driven oncology, and bio-engineered meat, directly from the founders pioneering these fields built within the Cambridge space. We’ll also be joined by leads within the University Spin out accelerator ConceptionX and the government's new R&D agency ARIA to dig into which trends most surprised them, and what they look for when backing a new venture.
Our panel combines insights from these industry leaders, both visionary founders and those who support them, sharing their personal journeys identifying markets ahead of the curve. What does it take to build in 2025, what has changed and where are we headed as an ecosystem?
Some discussion topics will include: transitions from academia to startup founding - the challenges, opportunities, and the valuable lessons learned along the way. We’ll dive into the practicalities of leveraging Cambridge’s unique resources, from its world-class academic environment to its growing network of spaces, accelerators, and funding opportunities.
Whether you're building your first startup, scaling to new heights, or contributing to the infrastructure powering innovation, this event will connect you with the ideas and people shaping Cambridge’s next wave of growth.
WHEN: Thursday, 30 January 2025
5.30 PM – 6.30 PM: Fireside discussion in Keynes Lecture Theatre
6.30 PM – 7.15 PM: Drinks reception and networking in the Bar
WHERE: King’s College, Cambridge
TICKETS: tickets will be released in 2025