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PRIMED Researcher to Founder Showcase

Dates:26 May 2026
Times:17:00 - 18:30
What is it:Talk
Organiser:External organiser
Who is it for:University staff, Current University students
Speaker:Andrea Winders , Ben Davies , Dr Farid Khan, Gorkh Singh , Dr Iryna Tytarchuk, James Reston , Jane Theaker, Joely Irlam , Natalia Schwartz , Ranvir Singh
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Are you tired of traditional networking events?

Do you find it difficult to approach mentors in crowded rooms?

This event is for you!

Join us for 'Mentor Speed Dating', a relaxed and structured networking event designed to give you direct access to experienced mentors. Mentor details listed under speakers below.

The event aims to support those who may feel hesitant approaching mentors in large networking environments. The format encourages meaningful, low-pressure discussions, with mentors rotating between small groups to give participants the opportunity to connect and ask questions.

With over 200 years of combined experience, our mentors span academia, investment, venture capital, entrepreneurship, spin-outs, storytelling, and leadership consultancy.

This is your chance to meet some seriously impressive people, learn from their career journeys, and gain practical advice in an approachable environment.

Drinks provided during the event.

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Hosted by PRIMED Manchester.

Supported by: Cancer Research Horizons | Advanced Research + Invention Agency (ARIA) | 5050 | Vellos

Speakers

Andrea Winders

Role: Head of life sciences at Investment in Manchester

Ben Davies

Role: Marketing director at PXN

Dr Farid Khan

Role: Investor at Salonica Infinity Fund | Serial Entrepreneur

Gorkh Singh

Role: Founder of Pharmalytical Services | Career Trainer and Consultant

Dr Iryna Tytarchuk

Role: Executive Director at ITFC | Founder of Women IN

James Reston

Role: Investment Manager at DSW Ventures

Jane Theaker

Role: Spin-out advisor at SpinXperts | Chair of the board at Invenirex

Joely Irlam

Role: Co-founder and Director of SpinXperts | Business Angel at Manchester Angels

Natalia Schwartz

Role: Medical narration voice | medical education

Ranvir Singh

Role: Senior Investment Manager at GC Angels

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