Scotland’s tech ecosystem is thriving, and the world is watching. As we kick off Glasgow Tech Week, join Startup Grind Glasgow for an evening of inspiring conversations, valuable connections, and insights on taking your startup from Scotland to the world. 

The perfect place to start Glasgow Tech Week!

On Monday night, we'll hear from local talent about their experiences in growing a global business and being at the forefront of a startup's journey to international expansion. Our speakers bring unique global perspectives: one built a local business from scratch and took it global, while the other was part of the early team of a startup that achieved international success.

We'll delve into the challenges and opportunities of scaling internationally, securing global investment, and building products with worldwide impact. Whether you're a founder looking to expand, an investor scouting the next big thing, or just curious about the global potential of Scottish startups, this event is for you.

We will also be bringing all the usual goodness of a Startup Grind Glasgow event including the chance to share your voice and take stage with Open Mic, an opportunity for you to tell your story and pitch your ask. There will always be space for catching up with old friends and making new ones! 

🗣 Speakers

Marcus Fields - Aged 15 and still a high school student in Glasgow, Marcus co-founded SchoolCloud, an award-winning EdTech SaaS platform used by over 8,000 schools worldwide. Without external funding, he led the company through to a successful acquisition in 2021. Marcus now mentors start-ups and supports the next wave of Scottish tech founders.

Chad West - Employee number 12 at Revolut, where he served as Chief Marketing Officer for the company’s first five years. During his tenure, Revolut scaled to over 20 million customers, reached $10 billion in monthly transaction volume, and achieved a $33 billion valuation.

Today, Chad is the Chief Marketing & Operations Officer at Argent, a pioneering blockchain company at the heart of the Ethereum ecosystem. Argent has grown to over 3 million users and secured more than $50 million in funding from top-tier investors, including Index Ventures and Creandum.

Before his roles at Revolut and Argent, Chad was part of Rocket Internet - the legendary startup incubator behind several global tech unicorns such as HelloFresh, Zalando, and Delivery Hero. He also actively invests in and advises early-stage startups across the European tech landscape.

Agenda:

6.00pm - Arrival & networking

7.00pm - Let's Get Talking - Fireside Chats

7.45pm - Closing Remarks then open mic session where any attendee is free to speak their mind or ask for a piece of advice (60-seconds each) from the community and receive feedback.

8.30pm - Drinks at Maggie's

A welcome drink & food will be available upon arrival, provided by itison venue Maggie's. Further drinks available for purchase (card only). There's no Startup Grind event where you don't leave with new friends and exciting connections.

Spaces will be limited to save your spot now, prepare your on-stage 'ask' and join us for our next event!

What you need to know:

What: Startup Grind Glasgow Tech Week Kick-Off

When: Monday 26th May 2025

Time: 6.00pm - 8.30pm (post event drinks at Maggie's)

Where: itison Hub, 29 Cochrane Street, Glasgow, G1 1HL

Thank you to our partners!

We are delighted to be hosted by itison Venues - the Hub, catering (from Maggie's) and after-party venue. Seriously you'll want to see these spaces.

A huge thank you to our sponsors CMS & CT for their on going support of Startup Grind Glasgow, as a voluntary team we wouldn't be able to do this without their put these events together our brilliant community.

Finally a huge shout out the the Glasgow City Innovation District team who have been an essential part of reviving the start-up ecosystem over the last few years and most recently bringing us Glasgow Tech Week. Make sure you check out Fusion Fest on the Thursday 29th, it's going to be epic!