North of Tyne Investment – Equity Pitch Competition

We’re hosting a live pitch competition through the North of Tyne Culture and Creative Investment Programme, funded by the North of Tyne Combined Authority. The successful company will be awarded up to £100k of equity finance after pitching to our panel of investors. 

We are looking for innovative creative sector led businesses to pitch live for investment in Newcastle upon Tyne on 27 September 2023. If your business is based in the North of Tyne and looking to secure equity investment then check out our eligibility criteria below and apply today. 

You’ll need to be available to attend our in-person Newcastle pitching event on 27 September 2023 and be prepared to explain why your company deserves the investment. We will want to understand your company, your product and what you plan to use the funding for.  

Eligibility for applicants 

• Based in the North of Tyne (Newcastle, North Tyneside, and Northumberland)   
• Operating in the cultural or creative industries* 
• Looking for investment towards activity that meets the aims of the programme   
• Able to provide an investment deck with a compelling return on investment proposition   
• Available to pitch on the 27 September 2023 in person in Newcastle upon Tyne

* We define cultural and creative industries as including: Visuals arts, Performing arts, Music, Film, TV, Media, Immersive and Video Games, Advertising & Marketing, Digital & Creative Tech, Creative Software Solutions, Fashion, Architecture, Heritage, Publishing, Museums, Libraries and Galleries

How to apply 

• Read our Pitch Equity Guidelines and FAQs 
• Click on the APPLY HERE link below 
• Deadline: 5 September 2023 

APPLY HERE