Founder Funding Groups Birkenhead Pitch Practice November 2026

3-Minute Pitch Practice: Founder Funding Groups Session 2026 | Birkenhead

Got three minutes to convince an investor?

Join Founder Funding Groups for a Pitch Practice session at Start-Yard in Birkenhead on Wednesday 18 November, from 12:00 to 14:30, as part of Global Entrepreneurship Week 2026. It is our final event of the year.

This session is designed for founders who are planning to raise investment, whether you are actively fundraising or preparing for your next round. It is a focused opportunity to test and refine your pitch in a supportive, practical environment before stepping into real investor meetings.

What to Expect

• Deliver a 3-minute practice pitch followed by live Q&A (up to 5 pitch slots available)
• Receive constructive feedback on your messaging, slides, delivery and presentation style
• Watch other founders pitch and learn from their approach
• Gain real-world pitching experience in a confidential and supportive setting

Once you have applied to pitch, we will contact you via the email address you registered with to request your pitch deck.

Meet the Organiser: AXM Venture Capital

AXM Venture Capital is an FCA-authorised investment firm established in 2005, with a strong track record of supporting early-stage and growth businesses. The team has collectively invested in over 100 SMEs and manages multiple regional funds focused on driving innovation and economic growth.

Through the Liverpool City Region Seed Fund (LCRSF), AXM continues its mission to support promising ventures across the region. To date, the fund has invested in 3 high-potential early-stage companies, providing not only capital but also hands-on guidance to help founders scale their businesses successfully.

LCRSF builds on the success of the North West Fund for Digital & Creative, through which AXM has invested £17.1 million into 44 companies across the region, including 19 based in the Liverpool City Region.

Your Facilitator: Rupert Wingate-Saul

Rupert is an Investment Director for the Liverpool City Region Seed Fund, which is backed by the LCR Combined Authority and launched in June 2025. He also leads portfolio management for the North West Fund for Digital & Creative, and runs the Founder Funding Groups roundtable and pitch practice sessions, creating supportive environments where founders can refine their pitch, receive practical feedback and build confidence ahead of investor meetings.

Rupert joined AXM Venture Capital in 2012 and has led over 20 investments, supported portfolio companies to raise more than £65 million in co-investment and delivered several successful exits. Working closely with founders, he supports their growth through follow-on funding rounds and scale-up stages, helping them develop their exit strategies.