Gain the Capital You Need to Fuel Your Business Growth!
Securing funds to accelerate your business can seem overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be! From venture capital to crowdfunding, there are many ways to access the capital you need – each with its own pros and cons. Join us as we demystify the funding process and uncover real-world opportunities available to you.
Hear from Gary Blowers, ex-Wall Street executive turned tech entrepreneur, as he shares how he raised USD 10 million in Series A funding for LVL Wellbeing. Plus, get answers to your burning questions from a panel of experts across the investment ecosystem.
Starting his career in investment banking on Wall Street in New York, Gary went on to establish his first business (a design and marketing agency) there, growing the business into a new UK head office and eventually expanding into the Middle East. It was in Dubai, whilst working on strategic initiatives for The Executive Office of HH Sheikh Mohammed, that Gary developed the idea for a wellbeing platform and in 2017, LVL was born. Gary’s role at LVL is to drive the company strategy, empower the leadership team, be on the commercial frontline and drive product development.
Samarth is part of the RAK Sovereign Family Office investments team managing a USD 1 billion portfolio across private equity, listed companies and fixed income/bonds. He has extensive experience in Venture Capital fundraising for startups, SMEs and private equity for growth companies with a specific focus on enterprise tech, platforms, speciality chemicals, textiles and more.
For 12 years, Igor held various senior positions at Intel Corporation. He began his journey as a business angel in 2014 and has since been recognised multiple times as the most active business angel in the market with total assets under management reaching USD 28.5 million.
A seasoned commercial and investment banker with over 20 years’ experience across financial institutions, structured finance, sustainability and ESG advisory. She currently leads the sustainability practice for Emerging Capital Management Partners. Mona helps companies transition towards a sustainable future, build their sustainability strategy, raise sustainable or green funding, and obtain ESG rating. She has helped several local and regional companies raise equity and accelerate their growth through seed, Series A and B funding. She has also helped companies raise private debt at competitive pricing.
