Meet Romina Savova, PensionBee founder and The Pitch judge
Many of the best businesses are born out of frustration that something could work better. That’s exactly how the idea for PensionBee came about, when founder Romina Savova tried to move her old pension and found traditional platforms complex and archaic. Joining forces with co-founder Jonathan Lister Parsons, the pair quit their jobs and set […]
Guide: Getting your side hustle finances organised
Many people are happy to keep things small and treat their side hustle as a profitable passion project – but what happens if you feel ready to take it to the next level? As your side hustle grows, understanding your finances becomes more important. You’ll need to know how to forecast the money coming in […]
How to raise funding for your side hustle
Starting your own business might be the most rewarding thing you’ve ever done – but it can also be risky. There is a lot of financial uncertainty involved and it’s difficult to know if the gamble will pay off. That’s why a popular approach among entrepreneurs is to start their projects without giving up their day […]
Win £1,000 towards freelance services with Fiverr
This competition has now closed. But, you can still get 10% discount off Fiverr’s services using the code THEPITCH10 This month, we’ve teamed up with our friends at Fiverr to give you the chance to win £1,000 worth of credits to spend on freelance services on their platform! Bringing in extra support when you need […]
What makes a successful Crowdcube campaign?
The Pitch has seen alumni such as All About the Cooks, Yuup and Small Robot Company triumph in crowdfunding rounds on Crowdcube. So what makes a crowdfunding campaign succeed? Crowdfunding can be a great way to raise money, but it’s also an amazing opportunity to grow your network, get exposure for your business and strengthen […]
Sort out your finances: Join our webinar to get exclusive expert advice
Poor financial management is one of the largest struggles for budding entrepreneurs – in fact, 38% of UK startups cite running out of cash as the reason their startup failed. With limited time and resources, it’s really important to make an effort to look after your finances. This will have a significant impact on your […]
How to prepare a cash flow forecast that investors will love
Managing the finances of your startup is a constant balancing act. From the moment you begin trading, cash will constantly be moving in and out of your business account. It’s crucial to develop a robust cash flow forecast to help you stay on top of the numbers. A cash flow forecast is a document that […]
Planning your MVP: How to decide what to include in the first iteration
Got an idea for an app or piece of software? There are lots of ways to approach getting it off the ground, but starting with a minimum viable product (MVP) is considered one of the safest and most pragmatic routes to take. Planning it takes some careful thought, though. A minimum viable product is essentially […]
Electric Miles: The journey to creating solutions for EV charging struggles
Electric Miles, a 2021 finalist of The Pitch, is a management service app aiming to develop the world’s most intelligent Internet of Energy (IOE) electric vehicle charging solution. They strive to help users save energy costs, be more efficient, reduce consumption, and help combat climate change. We spoke with Arun Anand, founder and CEO of […]
WIN an hour with investor Simon Squibb: Enter The Pitch
This competition has now closed. Simon Squibb is an angel investor, mentor and entrepreneur who has invested in more than 60 startups. After working with The Pitch last year, Simon Squibb has joined us again to help startups thrive. He’s offering up an hour of his time to speak to one of our lucky applicants […]
