We're bringing founders and funders together under one (virtual) roof to hear how Library of Things used a FairX model to raise £1.5 million whilst putting their business mission first.
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Emma Shaw will explain how:
- Library of Things is building a regenerative and rewarding business to create value for every stakeholder
- they attracted funders with their innovative 'fair return' investment model
- they safeguarded their social mission with a specialised governance structure
- they set the principles of their intentions to exit, risk and return, and built trust with funders
- You can apply this model in your fundraise (or find an alternative funding fit for your organisation)
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a later-stage founder who's been searching for funding that allows you to stay true to your mission, but feeling like you're hitting a brick wall
2.
an investor/funder searching for new information on founders taking alternative routes to raise capital and want to educate yourself and others on new regenerative funding options
3.
an earlier-stage founder looking ahead to options you might need further down the line to protect your business's mission
Credit: Library of Things Ltd 2023
"What makes the FairX model different from the norm?"
This regenerative investment model works by:
- putting the business mission first and locking this in with all stakeholders, including investors
- enabling fair returns to its investors without compromising the impact
- adopting steward ownership principles, with a guardian shareholder
We'll dive deep into the funding model, taking you through how it works in great detail.
Testimonials
"I enjoyed the whole journey, the range of different pieces and moving parts, and the methodical approach to planning how you would raise with your perfect investor. Plus really appreciated the honesty, openness and vulnerability when Emma explained what didn't work and the learnings along the journey"
- Gary Todd, Centrakin
"I enjoyed seeing their journey and how they got started, experimented, refined, and learned along the way - all really interesting. Also clearly demonstrated the importance of traction to support the larger raise. Useful for clarity on exactly how their raise was comprised (equity, grants etc.), as I had previously assumed it was all equity. Thank you, Emma for sharing your time and insights. You really inspired me to seek out the right patient financial partners, even if it takes a bit longer to achieve"
- Rebekah Clark, Happy Marlo
Introductory
In a commitment to fair pricing and making funding education available to everyone, we're using a tiered trust-based pricing model to suit where you're at with your business. We have a revenue share with our experts; the rest of the money goes towards running our community.
Please select the ticket that best represents your organisation and stage below.
Can't make the date? Click here.
Individual
£25
- per seat
- You might be at the very beginning of your business or a practitioner wanting to educate yourself about innovative funding. Now is the best time to consider funding options supporting your values.
Best value
Small team
£45
- for 2-5 people
- Joining as a team will allow you to think about funding together and learn from one another's perspectives and hear from others in the room who are further along in their funding journey.
Corporate/Funder
£75
- for 2-5 seats
- As a large corporation, it's good to step out of what you already know and hear from others exploring new routes to value-led funding.
Can't afford the workshop? Check our FAQs below.
Get your questions answered by those who have been there before you.
The value of our Deep Dive workshops is that they are live. Not only will you have the opportunity to see who else is interested in value-led funding in the room, but we'll also make space for questions and answers from all parties.
Although we aren't matchmakers to funders and founders, getting both parties around the same table to have these essential funding conversations is always a good idea.
This conversation isn't happening anywhere else, so it's a fantastic opportunity to learn everything you need about this topic in one workshop.
£10
recording only
If you're not available for the workshop date, we're making the recording of the Deep Dive workshop available for £10, but please note that you won't be able to submit a question and access the expert Q&A as in the live session.
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FAQs
I can't make this date, will there be more?
Yes, we're hosting more this year. To find out when the next live Deep Dive will take place, join the waiting list.
Will you be running other deep dive workshops?
Yes. we'll be bringing in other experts for more Deep Dive workshops covering lots of different topics for founders and funders.
Will you be recording the session ?
Yes, if you miss the session or want to rewatch it, we will share the recording afterwards.
I graduated from the funding school, is this useful for me?
Absolutely. Our Deep Dive workshops are very different from the content we cover during the funding school. All our alumni also get a 50% discount on all Deep Dive workshops.
Can I attend for free or pay it forward?
We have made every effort to make the Deep Dives affordable for most, but we understand that there might be some who still can't afford it. If this is you and you wish to attend, please email esme@consideredcapital.io (no questions asked). Contributions make sponsored places possible. If you can afford to pay more for your ticket or would like to support our mission, select 'Please make a donation' on the booking page here.
What if I'm unhappy with the workshop?
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