Yesterday we had an amazing chat with Afzaal Mauthoor talking about how non-tech founders design and develop leading edge tech solutions. For entrepreneurs seeking to build innovative businesses, finding the right technology partner can mean the difference between success and failure.
Recent analysis of 200 visa refusal cases revealed that insufficient tech solutions rank among the most common reasons for rejection, while founders with approved visas often struggle when let down by inadequate tech partnerships.
It can be incredibly lonely at the top - but for Afzaal, the Chief Business Development Officer of Brdge, this doesn't have to be the case. "It's in the name, we are here to just get you to the other side. If anyone needs help or advice we welcome you to get in touch."
A huge thank you to those who joined us for the webinar, asking some very key questions throughout. And of course to Afzaal for his time. Click below to read about the webinar, watch it again and start your Brdge journey.
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The UK mortgage challenge for International founders
Moving to the UK as an international entrepreneur or overseas student brings exciting opportunities, but it also presents a significant financial hurdle that many don't anticipate: securing a mortgage without an established UK credit history.
This invisible barrier can derail dreams of homeownership and long-term settlement, creating frustration for accomplished professionals and ambitious graduates alike.
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Why are applications refused? Our assessor explains!
Innovator International have analysed several hundred refused applications using AI to identify the critical reasons most common within unsuccessful applications. In this report, one of Innovator International’s most experienced endorsement assessors explains these failure points and provides practical guidance on how applicants can present their cases more effectively.
This analysis is based on their extensive experience assessing Innovator Founder Visa applications. The report also details how applicants can increase their chances of developing successful applications through thorough preparation and realistic presentation, overcoming potential weaknesses in these areas.
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Webinar || 8 Oct @ 10am: Creating and Securing Intellectual Property with Panoramix IP
This session helps understand what intellectual property means in the context of the Innovator Founder Visa route. We will explore the types of intellectual property, what qualifies as sufficient "research and development", and how you can plan for this target from the onset of your business.
Richard will be joined next week by our Supplier Network partner Panoramix IP, sign up below
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When Wine Won't Wait: The Sommeliers Solution
You're opening an incredible, expensive bottle of wine with friends, but it needs 30 minutes to breathe. You don't have time. Your friends take a sip and assume it's cheap. "There's nothing sadder than opening a great bottle, knowing it needs time, but having to drink it fast," says Jesse Huang, reflecting on the moment that sparked everything.
That frustrating evening led to Megadots Limited and their revolutionary Kairos Aerator – a device that reduces wine aeration from 30 minutes to just 30 seconds.
A bit more about us
Every week we will finish the newsletter with a little bit of information about our team. As many of you are new to this newsletter, let's finish this week by telling you who we actually are!
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And finally...
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In addition, the WhatsApp groups have been created – we will also be sending you emails with links to the groups that you are eligible to use. All of the details will be in the email, and we will provide more information about our WhatsApp groups in next week's newsletter.
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