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The 11 companies pitching at SETsquared Bristol’s Tech-Xpo 2021
Companies using disruptive technologies to make their mark in the world will battle it out at SETsquared Bristol’s Tech-Xpo 2021.
The leading incubator’s flagship event on June 30 will see 11 startups pitch and demonstrate the capabilities of their innovative products before a global audience of investors, business leaders and potential partners.
Hosted as a hybrid event for the first time in its 17-year history, the annual showcase will feature live pitches taking place at Engine Shed and will also be streamed, with the capacity for interactive demos and networking.
The companies competing for the Best Elevator Pitch are AI Labs, Airway Medical, Brijj, Cotham Technologies, Data³, Ferryx, Groundwaves, Kaedim, Radii Devices, Stratiphy and Yello Butterfly.
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Monika Radclyffe, SETsquared Bristol centre director, said: “We’re thrilled to bring our startup community together again with the wider tech ecosystem to celebrate incredible innovation and growth.
“This year’s event features talent from a diverse range of sectors, from createch to healthtech, each with disruptive technologies and the ambition to make an impact in the world.”
Previous winners of the coveted Best Elevator Pitch award include KETS Quantum Security, world leaders in quantum cryptography hardware solutions, and LettUs Grow, a pioneering aeroponic technology provider for indoor and vertical farms.
Jenny Bailey, the CEO of Ferryx says the xpo is a great opportunity – photo courtesy of SETsquared Bristol
Ferryx, a biotech spinout from the University of Bristol innovating in inflammatory disease treatments, is one of this year’s pitching companies.
Jennifer Bailey, CEO of Ferryx said: “Tech-Xpo gives us a great opportunity to share our plans to improve the lives of millions of people suffering from gut inflammation and to network with people who may be able to join us on our journey.”
Also competing for Best Elevator Pitch is industrial AI democratisation scaleup, AI Labs, which is working with leading blue-chip companies such as GKN Aerospace, BAE Systems and Leonardo.
Kiran Krishnamurthy, CEO of AI Labs said: “AI Labs are really excited to be shortlisted for the Tech-Xpo pitching event as it provides an excellent platform for us to widely connect and communicate our business offering. The event gives an opportunity for us to attract both talent and customers and be part of this amazing AI-enabled business transformation journey.”
Kiran Krishnamurthy, the CEO of AI Labs says the event provides an excellent platform for startups – photo courtesy of SETsquared Bristol
Regional law firm VWV are the headline sponsor for the 11th successional year, with support sponsorship from Corrigan Accountants and QTEC.
The winner of Tech-Xpo 2021 Best Elevator Pitch will be announced on July 1.
Main photo of courtesy of Monika Radclyffe provided courtesy of SETsquared Bristol
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