There are plenty of obstacles that get in the way when launching and growing a business. The main ones are usually – cash, and getting your name out there. We’ve all had those great ideas, but without the money to back them – how can we build upon that little nugget of a notion? And what about getting your company into the spotlight? How do you secure media coverage for your awesome startup? Our two dinners next week cover these topics – join in the fun and sign up today.

Bootstrapping to success: Frugl by name, Frugal by nature
Many startups follow the route of bootstrapping to get their business off of the ground and the founder of Frugl, Suzanne Noble, did exactly that. She has managed to build an award-winning marketplace that connects Londoners on a budget with great events and offers by being financially frugal.

Join us for dinner where Suzanne will share her story, including the highs and lows of making your vision a reality, and tips for those planning to bootstrap rather than turn to funding from day one. With her background in PR, she’ll also share tricks and tips on how to achieve media coverage without using an agency.
Dinner is at 6:45pm on Monday 29 February at Tom’s Kitchen, St Katharine Docks

Dine with Caroline Hyde, business presenter on Bloomberg TV: on what makes a great story
Want the inside scoop on how you grab the media’s attention? Of course you do!
We couldn’t be more excited to have Caroline Hyde, London-based business presenter on Bloomberg TV providing an after-dinner talk at our upcoming TableCrowd dinner.

Caroline will be talking about what makes a great story, and what she looks for when reporting for Bloomberg. Her particular forte is tech and the UK startup scene (which is right up our street!). Join us and your fellow entrepreneurs for dinner with Caroline and discuss what you’re working on over a delicious meal in a private dining setting.
Dinner is at 6:30pm on Thursday 3 March at Aubaine, Mayfair

Newly Announced Dinners

> eCommerce dinner: Insider tips on increasing orders through your online store, Tuesday 5 April
> Diner with author and founder Shaa Wasmund: Women in leadership positions, Thursday 7 April
> Dine with Nancy Fechnay, partner at Flight Venures: the ‘do’s and don’ts’ when fundraising, Wednesday 13 April