US expansion breakfast with SeedLegals and First Citizens Innovation Banking

Thinking about taking your startup across the Atlantic? Whether you're exploring the US market, preparing to expand your operations or looking to attract US investors, knowing where to start can make all the difference.

Join SeedLegals and First Citizens Innovation Banking (formerly Silicon Valley Bank) for an exclusive founder breakfast focused on navigating US expansion, accessing investment opportunities and building the right connections to support your next stage of growth.

Over breakfast, you'll hear practical insights from First Citizens Innovation Banking's Global Gateway team, who have spent over a decade helping international founders and investors navigate the complexities of entering the US market.

What to expect:

Expanding into the US: Key considerations, challenges and opportunities for UK startups entering the American market

Attracting US investors: Insights into the US venture capital landscape and what founders should consider when fundraising across borders

Support for international founders: Discover how the Global Gateway team helps startups navigate US expansion and fundraising

Founder networking: Connect with fellow ambitious founders over breakfast at the SeedLegals office

Who should attend?

UK-based startup founders, CEOs and leadership teams considering US expansion, exploring US fundraising opportunities or looking to build relationships in the American startup ecosystem.

About First Citizens Innovation Banking

First Citizens Innovation Banking, which includes the former Silicon Valley Bank business, supports startups, growth-stage companies and venture capital firms across the innovation economy.

Its Global Gateway team specialises in helping international startups and investors enter the US market, providing connections, insights and support to navigate the challenges of cross-border growth. With over a decade of experience, the team works with founders at every stage of their US expansion journey.

Whether you're actively planning your US launch or simply exploring what's possible, this breakfast is an opportunity to learn from experienced experts, ask questions and connect with others on a similar journey.