The Programme
What to Expect from the Progamme
Participants gain priority access to the UK’s dynamic tech ecosystem, including curated introductions to influential leaders across the private sector, investors, government and academia. Through our soft-landing support, founders will navigate their UK expansion journey with confidence.
At the heart of the programme is an immersive mission trip to the UK, anchored around London Tech Week. Before the mission trip, participants will benefit from 5-7 hours of strategic pre-trip guidance to maximise their expansion success. Participants can look forward to:
Build powerful relationships within the UK’s dynamic tech ecosystem. Gain access to London Tech Week’s most exclusive events and network with top investors, partners, and decision-makers. Position yourself at the heart of the conversation and unlock new growth opportunities.
• Exclusive, high-value networking with top tech leaders.
• Invite only access to premier London Tech Week events.
Gain the knowledge and insights to enter and scale in the UK market. Learn from successful founders, engage in expert-led mentorship, and participate in deep-dive discussions designed to help you avoid pitfalls and fast-track your expansion.
• 1:1 mentorship, peer learning, and expert feedback.
• Pre-mission preparation sessions
• Practical insights from founders who have successfully scaled in the UK.
Increase your visibility and secure high-value opportunities in the UK. Meet key partners, decision makers and investors, showcase your company through exclusive demo opportunities, and guarantee your presence at London Tech Week to fast-track your international growth.
• Pre-arranged meetings with key investors and partners.
• Guaranteed presence at London Tech Week (demo, exhibitor stand, or Paid pass).
Startups not selected for the expansion programme can still gain valuable insights through the UK Discovery Programme, launching in September/October 2025. Designed to help founders assess their UK market readiness and refine their expansion strategy, this programme offers a stepping stone for future growth. More details coming soon—stay tuned!
What's Included & What's Not
What’s Included:
- 5 week programme including a programme schedule of preparation sessions and a 4-day immersive mission schedule (8-11 June)
- One paid pass to London Tech Week, granting entry to key stages
- Invite only access to additional events, networking sessions, and industry discussions.
- Possible demo stand or stage exposure opportunities at London Tech Week
- Tailored schedule for your mission with pre-scheduled high value meetings providing you the opportunity to meet your target customers, investors or possible supporters
- Subsidised hotel accommodation at a selected hotel for one representative from each participating company (provided by Tech Nation)
- Welcome Dinner
What’s Not Included:
- Flights to the UK
- Any personal expenses or costs outside the programme’s scope, such as meals, local transportation, or extended stays, must be covered by participants.