UK law firm Ashfords is partnering with Tech South West’s Growth Forge programme to help scaling technology businesses tackle the legal challenges that come with growth.
Growth Forge provides South West tech businesses with access to hands-on support from experts through one-to-one mentoring, practical workshops and specialist sessions designed to help them scale with confidence.
Now in its third year, the partnership will see Ashfords share insights across different growth stages looking at securing investment, implementing management incentives, protecting IP, putting core commercial contracts in place and meeting regulatory requirements. Tech scale-up specialists Chris Dyson, David Varney, Fergus Baker, Laura Guest and Hannah Elliott will take part in sessions across the region.
Chris Dyson, partner and head of technology at Ashfords, commented:
"The south west has a thriving tech scene innovating across a range of industries, We are excited to continue our support for Growth Forge, which gives ambitious founders a strong platform to drive their businesses forward.”
David Varney, technology and data partner, added:
"Growth Forge is a real asset to the region’s scaling tech businesses, with specialist support tailored to the different stages of growth, I’m looking forward to working with the businesses involved again this year and hopefully helping to play a part in the region’s future success stories.”
Ashfords has extensive experience supporting innovate technology businesses and high-growth businesses driving digital transformation in their industries in the UK and internationally. The firm advises on the full range of legal issues that scaling businesses face, from securing funding at every growth stage through to entrepreneurial wealth management. The team shares extensive insights and guidance for scaling businesses through its Business Scale-up Hub and monthly Venture newsletter.
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