Investment Readiness expertise from the investor side of the table.
We help revenue-generating founders – and the businesses that support them – diagnose what’s blocking investment and fix the commercial gaps before they waste time fundraising.
Get clarity on your fundraising strategy. Let's discuss your raise.
For Founders
You're considering an equity raise. You want to know whether equity is right for you and how to make an investor say 'yes'.
Revenue between £100k and £2m and preparing to raise. You know the deck isn’t the whole story – but you need someone who can see it the way an investor will.
For Organisations
You're delivering a funded programme looking to improve outputs. You need a flexible, plug-in investment specialist who has real-world experience.
I help local authorities, universities, growth hubs and accelerators delivering investment readiness programmes that need genuine investor-side credibility. Workshops, pitch reviews, curriculum design.
ABOUT
About
Charlotte Scott has worked on the equity team of one of the UK’s most active VCs, built 3 angel investor syndicates, and deployed debt finance for the British Business Bank. Now she nurtures high-potential start-up founders to understand the investor decision-making process and build sustainable business models with compelling narratives to navigate their fundraises with clarity and confidence.
Founders supported
Funding faciliated
Pitch events & showcases hosted
Investor syndicates built
Testimonials
What Clients Say
Ross Longton, Tiba Tempeh
Bok Goodall, Ms A London
Get investor insights before you start - and nail your first impression.
Events
Your Route to Investment: Fundraising Lunch & Learn
Patch, York | 11 September | 12.30pm – 1.30pm
Hosted with Patch Co-Working, York, this session will cover how to identify the right funding for you, regional funders (and where to find them!), outreach best practice and common fundraising myths debunked.
Live Pitch Deck Review: Think Like an Investor
Work Cafe Santander | 23 September | 5pm – 6.30pm
As part of Leeds Digital Festival 2025, join this free live pitch deck review and learn what investors are looking for (and what are red flags!)
How to Herd Cats: Fundraising Strategy Workshop
Work Cafe Santander | 30 September | 5pm – 6.30pm
As part of Leeds Digital Festival 2025, come along this free workshop to learn tools and tricks you needs to approach a fundraise strategically – from deciding when and how much to raise, to how to mange investors to get a deal over the line.
FAQ
What sectors do you work with?
I’ve worked with the following sectors:
- Healthcare/MedTech
- B2B SaaS & Enterprise
- Consumer (both products and D2C SaaS)
- ClimateTech & Energy
- Advanced Manufacturing
- and more!
If I don’t think I can help or you don’t derive any value from my feedback, I will refund you. You can find out more about my money back guarantee in my service T&Cs here.
Do you sign NDAs?
Yes. I can sign an NDA to provide some comfort. However, please note that if you demand an NDA from an investor before you share your pitch deck, it won’t be well-received!
Can you design my deck for me?
Yes. As an add-on to the Investment Readiness Package I can design or redesign your deck for you. If you’re confident handling the creative yourself, I can give you pointers on what to include and help craft your narrative at no extra cost.
Is it confidential?
Yes. I will not disclose our work together or details of your business unless you ask me to.
To find out what tools I use to send/receive/edit/store your data and provide my services, including your deck and any documentation, please read my full privacy policy here.
Can you fundraise for me?
No. Depending on the level of support you choose, I can help you:
- be as prepared as possible for your fundraise
- help you navigate the process
- facilitate introductions or signpost to my network
I can’t negotiate on behalf of your business, nor do I promote you to investors.
Please note, I am not a financial broker or financial advisor, nor am I certified or regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). Through my 1:1 consultancy service I can help you prepare for investment, signpost to investors, and be a critical friend to help you navigate investor conversations. I do not provide financial or legal advice and all opinions are based on my experience and for educational/informational purposes only. I don’t negotiate on behalf of your business andI strongly encourage you to seek advice from qualified professionals before making any decisions that may materially affect your business.