Right, let's get straight to it. Next Tuesday, 26th May, something brilliant is happening in London — and we hope that you'll be part of it.
Building Your Business in Britain 2026 is almost here. We've been planning this for months, the team is buzzing, and we are expecting around 350 global founders, innovators, and entrepreneurs to come through the doors of one of London's most exciting innovation spaces. This is not just another event. This is our community, YOUR community, coming together in one room.
Whether this is your sixth time at one of our events or your very first, we promise you this: you will leave with new connections, new energy, and a very real reminder of just how extraordinary this community of ours truly is.
When & where
📅 Tuesday 26th May 2026 | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 1 Triton Square, Regent's Place, London NW1 3BF
One Triton Square is fast becoming one of London's premier innovation hubs — home to thriving, forward-thinking businesses. It's the perfect backdrop for a day like this.
Getting there is easy: it's a 10–15 minute walk from Euston Station, or just a couple of minutes from Warren Street Underground (Northern and Victoria lines). When you arrive, head straight for the large escalator up to our venue space.
Venue info: Find out more about the venue
What to expect on the day
The afternoon is all about you — meeting founders, sharing stories, making connections, and enjoying yourself.
Here's how the day unfolds:
- 2:00 PM — Doors open. Grab your sector sticker, get your drink vouchers, and start meeting people.
- 3:00 PM–4:00 PM — Panel session with the Innovator International team, covering the support available to international founders, with a particular focus on the Innovator Founder Visa route.
- 4:00 PM onwards — Pizzas arrive (courtesy of the fantastic Venture Café team). Networking continues. Enjoy!
- 6:00 PM — Event formally closes.
In addition, throughout the afternoon there will be a series of short workshops (announced on the day). Numbers are extremely limited, so keep your eyes and ears open.
This year, we're especially excited to be co-hosting with Venture Café London, and inviting their community to make this our biggest and most connected event yet.
Don't forget your pass!
This is the big one — please don't forget your invitation barcode. With 300 people expected on the day, your barcode means we can get everyone in quickly and smoothly.
You'll receive an email from Luma on Monday 25th May at around 1:00 PM. You can print it, show it on your phone, download the Luma app, or save it to your Apple Wallet — whatever works best for you.
Event registration: View your event pass on Luma
Sector stickers — a great conversation starter
On arrival, next to the booking terminals, you'll find sector stickers. Pick the ones that reflect what you do — if you build digital tools for the healthcare sector, grab a digital sticker AND a medical sticker. Wear them visibly.
Spot someone with the same sticker? Go and introduce yourself. That's exactly the point. Some of the best connections we've ever seen at our events have started with a sticker.
Food, drinks & the good stuff
On arrival, you'll receive two drink vouchers to redeem at the bar, plus free water throughout the day. From 4:00 PM, the Venture Café team will be serving pizzas — fresh and ready after the panel session. Help yourself!
📋 Read the Full Attendees Guide
We've put together a full attendees guide covering everything from directions and logistics to what to expect on the day. We strongly recommend giving it a read before Tuesday.
Innovator International
📅 What Else is On — Events Past & Future
Coming Up: London Tech Week
Hot on the heels of next week's event, we'll be exhibiting at London Tech Week in just a few weeks' time. This is a huge opportunity — we'll be building new international partnerships and extending our reach even further. We'll be sharing full details very soon, including how you can book a meeting with our team on the day. Watch this space.
Innovator International
In Case You Missed It: The Dragons' Den
If you're new to our community and haven't been to one of our in-person events before, do take a moment to read our recap of last year's event at the iconic Dragons' Den in London. The energy, the connections, the stories — it's a brilliant snapshot of what makes this community so special. And next Tuesday? We're going to top it.
Innovator International
See you next week 🎉
We're counting down the days. The team is ready, the venue is booked, the pizzas are ordered (well, nearly), and all that's missing is you.
If you have any questions before the day, feel free to ask on our General WhatsApp Group. Otherwise — we will see you at 1 Triton Square on Tuesday 26th May from 2:00 PM.
Turn up. Meet people. Enjoy yourselves. That's all we ask.
With excitement (and a lot of sector stickers),
The Innovator International Team
You're receiving this because you're part of our community. We're glad you're here.
