Scale with confidence: what FinTech leaders need to get right before they scale
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In a market where investor scrutiny is tougher and regulated firms are under pressure to scale responsibly, the businesses that move fastest are usually the ones that have already sorted the fundamentals.
Built for FinTech founders and senior leaders, this Tech London Advocates FinTech roundtable will focus on the decisions that matter most before the next raise, partnership or exit. From governance, diligence and regulatory posture to finance-function readiness, tax efficiency and cash discipline, this session will explore how scaling businesses can grow with fewer surprises, stronger investor credibility and better operational resilience.
We will cover a range of topics including:
| • | What does real investment-readiness look like before the next round or deal? |
| • | Which legal and regulatory weak spots most often derail FinTech growth? |
| • | What reporting, controls and board information make a business look credible to investors and lenders? |
| • | Where can founders unlock runway without creating tax or compliance problems later? |
| • | What changes when your FinTech starts to operate like a regulated business, not just a fast-moving start-up? |
| • | How should founders approach AI adoption? |
The session will be followed by networking drinks, which will provide plenty of opportunity for further discussion.
Event details
Date: Wednesday 10 June 2026
Timings: Registration, drinks and networking - 4.30pm
Roundtable discussion - 5.15pm
Close, drinks and networking - 6.30pm - 7.30pm
Adam Carling, Partner, Penningtons Manches Cooper
Kristina MacPherson, Partner, Penningtons Manches Cooper
Ben Chernoff, Partner, Gravita
Toby Hermitage, Partner, Gravita
Charlotte Hill, Partner, Penningtons Manches Cooper