Green Bean Studios Invited to Investing in Creative Innovation – Pitch Showcase Event On 29 March 2023, Green Bean Studios’ founder Anita Frost will be attending Investing in Creative Innovation – a Pitch Showcase event hosted by Creative UK. Taking place in London’s British Film Institute South Bank, the event will be an exciting opportunity to network with key investors and creative tech innovators. The event forms part of the 2022-23 Creative Enterprise Evolve programme, a unique nine-month-long programme designed by investors that prepares high-potential screen businesses for growth capital. Businesses attending and seeking investment represent the dynamic and diverse range of creative industry talents across the UK, with businesses including immersive tech, and visual effects, games, interactive entertainment, high-end TV, and content production. UKBAA, Creative England and the British Film Institute are excited to welcome investors to experience this curated showcase of creative innovators pitching for investment. Green Bean Studios’ founder Anita Frost Investors will enjoy an evening of pitches from a selected group of innovative founders seeking investment to either start-up or scale-up their creative businesses. After each pitch, investors will also be able to ask the founders questions about their proposal.
The evening will be rounded off with the opportunity to network over drinks and nibbles, celebrating the high-growth potential of the creative sector. If you are interested in investing in Green Bean Studios please contact our CFO Jay Maniar by email: cfo@greenbeanstudios.co.uk. Our founder and executive team will be happy to meet you and share more about our multi-revenue IP investment opportunities. To request a copy of our pitch deck and data room access please contact: hello@greenbeanstudios.co.uk.
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Green Bean Studios’ founder Anita Frost recently attended Cultureville’s International Women’s Day Festival in Manchester. The event featured leading women in business, politics, wellness, digital and the creative industry against the backdrop of the city at ABC Building's spectacular Roof, Deck and Dome venue. Guests were able to listen to a range of speakers sharing insights on business, online growth, inclusivity and sisterhood. Speakers included Anita Frost, author and Founder of Green Bean Studios, Zara Street, Founder of Keep it Bright, Emma Tasmin Hill, influencer and founder of All Body UK and Dr Penny Trayner, Pediatric Clinical Neuropsychologist. Guests also had the opportunity to participate in discussions impacting the community and network with potential female partners and mentors. Following panel discussions guests participated in a beautiful sip and paint session led by Sip and Paint MCR where they got to create paintings while having drinks and networking. Next was an unforgettable creative performance evening featuring music, poetry, and comedy hosted by author, Loll Perkins. IWD Fest had a fantastic lineup of performers including Funmi Says, Yemi Bolatiwa of the Untold Orchestra and Maria Kayum who entertained guests throughout the evening. The night ended on a joyous note with music from the talented Dj FYA playing Afrobeats and Amanpiano Founders of IWD Fest Producers, Cultureville stated: "Looking at pictures of women at IWD Fest connecting brings us so much joy! This is exactly what we hoped for when we pictured IWD Fest, from women overcoming fears of public speaking to those finding new friendships and building sisterhood. Simply beautiful!". Guest Davina Campbell stated, "What a beautiful way to celebrate womanhood. The IWD Fest was excellent!" and speaker Eve Holt, Director of GM Moving stated "Such a beautiful, joyful event & space to meet, move, talk, eat, dance, create and connect." Furthermore, the black owned business market hall was a huge success with caterer Milly B's Kitchen stating "No crumbs left" after she sold out of all her delicious desserts during the event and designer, Bittany stating, "Yesterday was just perfect in every sense! It felt great spending a whole day with other amazing women - celebrating, encouraging and having fun with one another. I got home at midnight feeling reinvigorated!". Nathan Wrigglesworth who represented IWD Fest sponsors, ABC Building wrapped it all up saying "A really successful event all in all".
Mentoring other women and inspiring them to follow their own entrepreneurial path for success is something Anita is passionate about. Anita was honoured to speak at Cultureville’s event amongst so many other talented women for the global celebration of International Women’s Day. Celebrating the Legacy of Women in Innovation on International Women's Day Looking forward to the 8th March 2023 to celebrate the legacy of Women in Innovation (WiI) As an entrepreneur and an innovator, it is a pleasure to gather with other Women in innovation who lead the business economy forward. Today we celebrate the Legacy of Women in Innovation on #InternationalWomensDay in person at the Manchester Hall. Innovate UK hosts the event. Join the event online here. About the programme
The Women in Innovation (WiI) programme was launched in 2016 by Innovate UK with the overall aim to increase gender equality in business-led innovation. The programme has continued to go from strength to strength, year by year, with ever greater numbers of women innovating in business. In the last 6 years we have had the honour of nurturing 118 pioneering women to embrace innovation, grow their businesses, and navigate the entrepreneurial ecosystem for positive economic, environmental, and societal change. Over the years, the WiI programme:
Anita Frost joins the inaugural International Women's Day Festival. The event is focused on celebrating the achievements of women and creating an environment where they are inspired and uplifted, and the hosts are delighted to have invited Anita Frost to share her expertise and insights with guests on the day. On Saturday 11th March, Anita Frost will be speaking at Cultureville’s inaugural International Women's Day Festival. The event will be celebrating women’s achievement and creating an uplifting and inspiring environment. Anita will be sharing her expertise and insights speaking as a panellist on the topic of Navigating Entrepreneurship along with several other female entrepreneurs. The panel will be followed by a Q&A session with the audience. Inspiring and mentoring other women to develop their own businesses and reach their full potential is something which Anita is passionate about. Speaking at this event is an exciting opportunity for her to share her own business experience and inspire other women to grow their own businesses and thrive. IWD Fest is dedicated to celebrating the achievements and contributions of women in Manchester. It offers a variety of experiences that promote wellness, business, and creativity. To start the day, relax and rejuvenate with a complimentary shoulder massage in our pop-up spa, or immerse yourself in a meditation session for a true wellness experience. Next, we have an exciting lineup of business panels featuring successful women from various industries including authors, fashion designers and women in technology. Our panelists will share their experiences, insights, and strategies for success. Whether you are an entrepreneur, a business owner, or a professional, you will find valuable information and inspiration in these sessions. Over lunch, enjoy some delicious canapes and Shop from our black-owned business market supporting black female entrepreneurs who are making a difference in their communities. In the afternoon, we will have a segment with community-building discussions that will help you connect with other women and build lasting relationships. Expand your network and unleash your inner artist during our sip and paint session. Whether you're looking to unwind, gain new perspectives, or make meaningful connections, our festival has something for everyone. As the sun sets, get ready for an unforgettable creative performance evening featuring music, poetry, and comedy. We have a fantastic lineup of performers who will entertain, inspire, and make you laugh. This will be a night to remember! Join us at this incredible International Women's Day Festival that celebrates and empowers women. We look forward to seeing you there! The festival will take place on March 11th, 2023. The entire event runs from 12 Noon to 11pm, with Anita’s panel event running from 2pm to 2:45pm. The festival will be held at: Roof, Deck and Dome, ABC Building, 21-23 Quay Street, M3 4AE. |
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