Welcome to the EDGE26 Live Final
Venue: Royal Bank of Scotland Conference Centre, 175 Glasgow Rd, Edinburgh, EH12 9SB
Date: 27th November
Time: 9.45 am - 4.45 pm
About Round 26 of Scottish EDGE
Scottish EDGE is Scotland’s largest funding competition for high-growth startups and small businesses. Through our bi-annual programme, we’ve already supported 712 ambitious businesses with grants, loans, mentoring, training and support — helping them scale, create jobs, and drive economic impact in Scotland.
Round 26 of the UK’s biggest small business funding competition takes place on 27th November at the Royal Bank of Scotland Conference Centre, where the latest cohort of finalists will pitch for up to £150,000 in funding.
This year’s live final will once again feature our popular dual-pitching format, with two sessions running simultaneously to showcase more early-stage innovation under one roof.
We are also delighted to welcome back our partners and supporters in the exhibitor and networking atrium, providing direct access to expert business growth advice and ecosystem support.
What to expect on the day
Live Pitching – 24 finalists, across two rooms, pitching to a collective panel of eight high-profile business leaders
1:1 Advice Sessions – Specialist guidance tailored to growing Scottish startups and SMEs
Networking & Exhibitors – Meet investors, partners, ecosystem supporters and fellow entrepreneurs
Guest Speaker – Fiona McKenzie, Founder & Chief of Engagement at Centrestage, sharing lessons from her entrepreneurial journey
Catering Provided – Lunch, refreshments and hot drinks included in your ticket
The winners will be revealed at the EDGE Awards Dinner on 4th December.
Join us on 27th November to discover who has the EDGE in Round 26 — and to connect with Scotland’s most exciting emerging businesses.