No other organisation has the specialised business and funding networks that we do. How do we make our networks work for you?
Our network
GEP dealmakers operate all around the world.
All are entrepreneurs in their own right and each has at least one successful start-up under their belt. They act as recruiters, mentors, counsellors, negotiators and business strategists, all rolled into one. They are people you want to spend time with.
An eye for what’s great
Our dealmakers have a keen eye for entrepreneurial talent.
Their deep local knowledge means they’re the first to identify exceptional intellectual property and innovation, which can slip below the radar of venture capital firms. And their experience is vital in getting a foothold in local markets.
Influencing the movers and shakers
Our dealmakers’ work involves a mixture of structured meetings, networking and research.
They have access to exclusive technical, academic, business and financial networks, which means they’re constantly circulating in all the right places.
This is only part of the story, as a deep cultural awareness means they know what support an entrepreneur will need.
Strong links with capital markets
One of our most significant assets is our connection to the City of London – one of the world’s major financial markets.
We have a wide range of contacts, from VC and private equity firms specialising in technology and biotech, to international financial backers and ‘angel’ investors. We know the right people and we speak their language.
Access to know-how and expertise
A great business comes together when you combine entrepreneurial talent with the right backing. For the business to grow, you need access to specialist advice and expertise.
At GEP, we know experts in strategy, marketing, human resources, design and IT. We put our clients in touch with the right people, so their business can build on its key strengths, plug skills gaps and strengthen their intellectual property.
It all adds up to an expert team and a major competitive advantage.
Excellent links with regulatory authorities
Because we’re part of UK Trade & Investment, a UK Government organisation, we have excellent links with commercial teams in UK Embassies and High Commissions around the world.
This gives us a wide pool of potential strategic partners to do business with. It makes a compelling package for any entrepreneur and potential investor.