Events

We believe that increasing the number of women in the investment pool through education programmes, and educating female founders about business finance has the ability to change the outcomes for female founders seeking investment.

Find out more about our upcoming programmes and our exclusive events at Lifted Ventures.

Athena Festival 2025 – tickets selling fast!

Join us at Athena Festival, a transformative event dedicated to empowering female founders beyond the London bubble. Held at the cutting-edge Nexus Leeds, this festival is your gateway to unparalleled growth, invaluable connections, and groundbreaking opportunities.

Tuesday 7 October 2025

Bradford Demo Day

The upcoming demo day will bring together investors, stakeholders, and entrepreneurs to showcase the region’s most promising new ventures. Join us for live pitches and networking opportunities, highlighting West Yorkshire’s drive to support inclusive innovation and scale high-growth businesses.

Monday 3 November 2025

Lifted Women Angels Conference

The Lifted Women Angels Conference is the largest female angel investor conference in England outside of London – a bold testament to Lifted Ventures’ mission to position the North of England as the beating heart of the UK’s investment landscape.

Friday 30 January 2026