Grand Scale

💡 “Angel investors & early-stage VCs are backing you, not the technology.” For Dr. Daniel Stewart, Co-founder & CEO of Viridi, when it comes to raising #Investment, the real differentiator isn’t the science — it’s the founder & the team behind it. eu1.hubs.ly/H0srJbv0

We’ve celebrated #IWD for 115 years - yet at the current pace, it could take another 123 years to reach gender parity! It’s a reminder of how crucial it is for all of us to keep supporting initiatives, conversations & actions that help accelerate change: bit.ly/3NdAGbl

Many founders mistake interest for traction. But what actually counts as traction? 🤔 In our sit-down with Dr. Daniel Stewart (CEO of Viridi), we explored what traction really looked like for Viridi. Catch the full interview + insights here: ➡️ eu1.hubs.ly/H0rY9Fr0

At Grand Scale, our mission is simple: to empower innovators to drive lasting, positive change worldwide. 🌍 Here’s how we worked with partners across the UK and globally to back innovation-led growth in 2025 — and what’s already underway in 2026. 👇 linkedin.com/feed/update/ur…

Life sciences is a UK priority growth sector 🧬 Yet, from an investor perspective, both deal volume & value continued to decline in 2025. In this environment, translating scientific excellence into scalable, investable ventures matters more than ever. eu1.hubs.ly/H0rLwGT0

🎯 Struggling to reach the right customers or investors? 🔑 A well-defined persona strategy ensures you reach decision-makers who matter—whether for sales or investment. 📌 Learn how to build yours: eu1.hubs.ly/H0rwd030 #LeadGeneration #InvestorReadiness #MarketingStrategy

📍 The Grand Scale Kickstart Innovation Cluster Pilot supported by @BritishBBank has launched in the Glasgow City Region, bringing a nationally validated #Commercialisation and #InvestmentReadiness programme to #Glasgow! Learn more about the launch 👇 eu1.hubs.ly/H0r8VRp0

📣 Tech leaders, your voice matters! @TechNation’s annual UK Tech Sector Survey is now live. Share your insights to help shape UK tech policy and inform The Tech Nation Report 2026, launching at #LondonTechWeek 🇬🇧🤖 Full post on LinkedIn 👇 linkedin.com/posts/grandsca…

One of our standout moments from 2025 was graduating from the Connect to Success Northern Ireland mentoring programme! 🙏 Grateful to have been part of the inaugural cohort, matched with @GoldmanSachs & having attended the graduation event with remarks from @HillaryClinton!

📢Delighted to share that Grand Scale Kickstart has been formally endorsed by the @ScaleupInst as one of the UK’s leading programmes for accelerating innovation-led #commercialisation & enabling research- & tech-based ventures to scale! Full details through the link below 👇

🚨 Final Call 🚨 The Kickstart Innovation Cluster Pilot: Glasgow City Region, supported by the @BritishBBank is closing soon! A fully funded, 3-month commercialisation & investment readiness programme for high-growth innovation ventures. 🔗 Apply now: eu1.hubs.ly/H0qLxtz0

Thank you to all the founders, partners & collaborators who’ve trusted us this year 🙏 As we head into 2026 we're focused on making commercialisation support more accessible & working on something new we can’t wait to share! Wishing you a Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year 🎄

🚀 We’re excited to launch the Kickstart Innovation Cluster Pilot: Glasgow City Region, in partnership with the @BritishBBank. A fully funded 3-month commercialisation & investment readiness programme for 10 high-growth innovation ventures. Full details: bit.ly/4pNEgaw

Thank you for amplifying this! We’re thrilled to help founders accelerate their commercialisation journey in the Glasgow City Region, and we look forward to seeing the exciting ventures that apply. 🔗 surveylegend.com/s/64dj

@angel__network Completely agree! The more founders invest in understanding who they’re meeting with, the stronger the ecosystem becomes. Your survey really shines a light on where we can all help raise the bar.

@TheGrandScale Thank you for sharing our survey results. Research of investors is crucial for founders. Take the time and go into all meetings fully prepared.

Why do so many founders head into investor meetings with limited research? 🤔 📝A new survey from @angel__network reveals just how widespread this is across the #Startup community. View the full stats here: bit.ly/4p5XoQC #Fundraising #Startups #AngelInvestment

What does it take to turn academic research into market-ready innovation❓ For Dr Lateef Akanji, a petroleum engineering expert exploring clean tech for oil & gas, the Grand Scale Ignite programme was a turning point! 🔎 Read the full story: eu1.hubs.ly/H0q8VG70

According to @RAEngNews’ new State of UK Deep Tech report, the UK ranks #3 globally for deep tech VC, but faces a clear late-stage investment gap 💷 With deep tech powering 5/8 Industrial Strategy growth sectors, addressing this is critical! Read more 👉 eu1.hubs.ly/H0q8bF00

💬 “Even if a project is brilliant, people want to see the value before they commit funds.” 🔄Dr Lateef Akanji shares how his thinking shifted from research-first to value-first — and why that mindset matters in capital-intensive sectors. Watch here ➡️ eu1.hubs.ly/H0p-hMQ0

A new @TenThinkTank report shows 54 of the UK’s 100 fastest-growing companies were founded by someone born overseas — a powerful reminder that global talent fuels the UK's innovation economy & that we all gain when we build systems that help it thrive. 📘 eu1.hubs.ly/H0p-4CN0