London

In one day get clear on your funding options, get ready with credible plans, and get funded through pre‑matched 1‑2‑1 meetings with real decision‑makers, covering commercial finance, equity investment, grant support and more.

FUEL London is powered by UMi with the support of our national partners including Department for Business and Trade, NatWest Accelerator, CO4CH, Purbeck Guarantee Insurance, and regional partner London City Airport, helping businesses access the right expertise and funding to go further.

Secure your place

Grab your Early Bird ticket for £25 +VAT - Ends 01 September (Standard £45 + VAT).

Why attend

FUEL brings the funding ecosystem together including banks, investors, community funds, angels and grant support, so you can cut through the noise and move from insight to action in a single day.

What’s on (example agenda)

• 09:15 – 09:30 · Welcome and introductions

• 09:30 – 10:00 · Opening keynote

• 10:00 – 10:30 · Demystify and understand the types of available funding

• 11:00 – 11:30 · Diagnose your real finance problem

• 11:30 – 12:15 · Present your numbers clearly and credibly

• 11:30 – 12:15 · Build a pitch and deck that tells your fundable story

• 11:30 – 12:15 · Plan your cash flow and future finances

• 12:45 – 13:30 · Identify your top funding risks

• 12:45 – 13:30 · Prepare the paperwork that speeds up a yes

• 12:45 – 13:30 · Access funding and support locally

• 14:15 – 14:45 · Founder panel

• 16:45 – 17:15 · From insight to action: your funding roadmap

Meet the Money

1‑2‑1 “Meet the Money” sessions run across the day and connect you with providers of commercial finance, equity investment, grant support and more. You’ll be matched in advance to the most relevant funders for your business from. Founders will be confirmed nearer to the event, the list below shows an example of funders from previous events.

• Allica Bank – Challenger Bank

• Barclays – High Street Bank

• The FSE Group – CDFI Lender

• Sallyport Commercial Finance – Invoice Finance

• Creative UK – Sector Specialist Loans

• Scottish Enterprise - Debt Finance Team

• Maven Capital Partners – Private Equity & Growth Capital

• NatWest – High Street Bank

• Scottish Enterprise - Equity Investment Team

• Santander – High Street Bank

• Skipton Business Finance – Invoice Finance

• Tier One Capital – Property Finance

• DSL Business Finance Limited – CDFI Lender

• Cumberland Building Society – Secured Lending

• UMi Get Funding – Funding Navigation (Finance, Investment & Grants)

Funders are subject to change

Venue, travel & access

• Venue: Excel London, Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway, London, E16 1XL. A major international exhibition and conference centre located in London’s Royal Docks, offering extensive event space and excellent connectivity across the capital.

• By car: The venue is easily accessible via key routes including the A13, A406 North Circular and M25. Access to the on‑site car park is via the A13 only, with drivers advised to use postcode E16 1FR for the car park entrance or E16 1XL for general venue directions. Parking is available on site, with pre‑booking recommended to guarantee a space. There is no access to the car park from Western Gateway or Seagull Lane, and clearly signposted routes guide vehicles into the venue.

• By rail/tram: Excel London is exceptionally well connected by public transport, with the Elizabeth line and DLR providing the quickest routes. Alight at Custom House for the west entrance or Prince Regent for the east entrance and ICC areas. The Elizabeth line connects directly with central London and major national rail stations, providing fast onward travel across the capital and the wider UK rail network..

• By bus: A range of bus services operate in the surrounding area, connecting Excel London with Stratford, Canning Town, and central London. Stops are located within walking distance of both main entrances, providing frequent and reliable services throughout the day.

• From London airports: London City Airport is the closest airport, around 10 minutes away by DLR or car. Heathrow Airport can be reached directly via the Elizabeth line to Custom House, while Gatwick and Stansted are accessible via connecting rail services.

• Accessibility: Excel London provides wheelchair access and accessible facilities. If you have specific requirements, please contact us in advance so we can make arrangements.

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Good to know for delegates

• 1‑2‑1 matching: We’ll use your registration details to match you to the most relevant lenders and advisers.

• What to bring: A brief outline of your funding need, and if you have recent management accounts, a simple cash‑flow view, and (if relevant) a short deck, bring them to aid your conversations. If you don't have these things, don't worry, the agenda sessions will help you develop them.

• Wi‑Fi & mobile: Complimentary venue Wi‑Fi; coverage is good across the event spaces.