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August 02, 2007 The best emerging technology firms from across the Midlands will showcase their ideas at the seventh annual Connect Midlands Investment Conference. The participating companies will be hoping to grab the attention of investors and business angels from across the UK. The Connect Midlands Investment Conference, which is being held on 21st November at the Nottingham Belfry, is a tried and tested formula. It is a fantastic opportunity to showcase what the Midlands has to offer to investors. Connect Midlands boasts a glittering CV having successfully assisted hundreds of companies to raise over £80 million in investment since 2001. The not-for-profit organisation assists technology companies, provides access to information and aims to strengthen links between companies, investors and the academic community. The figures and the success of their flagship event speak for themselves. Isabell Majewsky, Director of Connect Midlands said ‘‘The region is blossoming in terms of innovation and that is why we are inviting investors from across the UK to listen to, question and engage with pre-selected Midlands based companies. We hope to build on the success of previous years by continuing to connect investors with quality businesses seeking investment.’ With only 18 spaces available presentation slots are highly sought after. Each company has ten minutes to present to investors and three hours are provided in the timetable to facilitate networking. The Connect Midlands Investment Conference is the premiere investment event for the region. Investors are prepared to travel as the presenting companies are high quality, have been coached and deliver polished presentations. The Connect Midlands Investment Conference is a must when looking for high quality investment opportunities. As Helen Reynolds of Seed Capital observes, ‘Connect communications and events are well put together and offer an effective and efficient way to find out about new companies and initiatives in the Midlands area.’ The investors are prepared to travel to Connect Midlands because they know what to expect: well coached, well polished presentations of the highest calibre. Companies who present at the event will feel the benefit of the extended Connect Midlands network and the contacts it provides. A case in point is activ8, a glittering star of the Connect Midlands alumni having raised £900k. The company has pioneered a new science of predictive analytics in the Human Capital field. Laurence Collins, CEO of activ8 intelligence presented at the Connect Midlands Investment Conference in 2006. He explains: ‘The Connect Midlands Investment Conference was really valuable in terms of making contacts and understanding and accessing investors and venture capital. We received positive feedback, interesting ideas and quality support from the Connect Midlands team which has helped activ8 intelligence to become the market leader in the emerging field of artificial intelligence powered HR analytics.’ Connect Midlands is now searching for the next regional stars to present and exhibit at the Connect Midlands Investment Conference. Isabell Majewsky said ‘If there are companies reading this who are seeking investment and think they have a high quality proposition they should get in touch with Connect Midlands. Seeking investment when you don’t know the ropes can be difficult but the Connect Midlands Investment Conference can provide the support and contacts needed to secure the investment to grow your business.’ More information can be viewed and delegate bookings can be made online at www.connectmidlands.org
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