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Summer Networking Mixer & Social - Featuring exited founder Ian Kerr

Thursday, 25 June 2026 · 09:00
Canopy, 41 King Street
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About this event

Join us for a vibrant evening of networking and insights at the Summer Networking Mixer & Social. This event will feature guest speaker Ian Kerr, who brings his experience from his successful cricket travel company, Howzat, which he sold in 2022 after an impressive 17 years in the industry. Ian is now venturing into new territory with Follow On Tours, a company focused on sports travel in an AI-driven world.

As an attendee, you'll have the unique opportunity to listen to startup pitches from three innovative founders, as well as engage in networking with approximately 60 members from our community, including founders, investors, and advisors. This is more than just an event; it's a chance to connect, collaborate, and explore the latest in the startup ecosystem.

The formal talk will kick off at 6:30 PM, but attendees are welcome to arrive starting at 5 PM. Ensure that you secure your place early due to limited availability!


Agenda

- 18:30 — Guest Speaker: Ian Kerr: Insights from the founder of Follow On Tours.
- 18:45 — Startup Pitches: Three founders will pitch their startups.
- 19:15 — Networking: Connect with community members including founders, investors, and advisors.


What's included

- Networking opportunities
- Startup pitches
- Guest speaker insights


Speakers

Ian Kerr — Founder of Follow On Tours
Ian Kerr is an experienced entrepreneur who sold his successful cricket travel company, Howzat, after 17 years in operation. He is now building a new venture focusing on sports travel.


Who this is for

Entrepreneurs, investors, and advisors in the startup community.

Who this is for

Entrepreneurs, investors, and advisors in the startup community.

Agenda

  1. 18:30

    Guest Speaker: Ian Kerr

    Insights from the founder of Follow On Tours.

  2. 18:45

    Startup Pitches

    Three founders will pitch their startups.

  3. 19:15

    Networking

    Connect with community members including founders, investors, and advisors.

Who is speaking

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Ian Kerr

Founder of Follow On Tours

Ian Kerr is an experienced entrepreneur who sold his successful cricket travel company, Howzat, after 17 years in operation. He is now building a new venture focusing on sports travel.

What's included

  • Networking opportunities
  • Startup pitches
  • Guest speaker insights

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Venue

Canopy

41 King Street

Leicester

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Date & Time

Thursday, 25 June 2026

09:00

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