Freemen and their guests are encouraged to attend our second Wednesday meet ups where the Livery-curious mingle with those in the know. Start May with drinks and mingling at Tower Suites at The Blue Orchid Hotel at Tower Hill. We'll be in the Sapphire Bar. It's your chance to meet with other Freemen of the Company as well as bring along colleagues who are curious about the Company and the Livery movement in the City of London. Come along and join us. Dress code: Informal £PAYG

EASI26 FINAL An evening of bold ideas, live pitches, and the future of social innovation. Join us for the highly anticipated EASI26 Final, where this year’s outstanding finalists take to the stage to pitch their ventures to an expert judging panel – all competing for the£10,000 Entrepreneurs’ Award in Social Innovation. These are early-stage founders tackling real-world challenges with creativity, courage and purpose. This is your opportunity to hear their ideas first-hand, experience the energy of live pitching, and see which venture will rise to the top. What to expect: 1. Live finalist pitches from some of the UK’s most exciting purpose-driven entrepreneurs 2. Insights and deliberation from a distinguished judging panel 3. The chance to cast your vote and help shape the outcome 4. Drinks and canapé reception, generously hosted by Tower Suites and Freeman Tony Matharu 5. Exceptional networking with entrepreneurs, investors and members of the Company Join us for a front-row

Building on the great success of The Confidence Code Conference, this year's EDI conference is entitled The Implementation Imperative – How to Embed Inclusion and Belonging This conference at Guildhall on Tuesday 19th May is aimed at decision makers and members from across the City and Livery. There is wider applicability to organisations and charities interested in how to take practical steps to make EDI a seamless component of their activities. Your ticket price of £30 includes a buffet lunch in Guildhall's magnificent crypts. Places should be booked direct with the City of London at EDI course 19th May [https://liverycommittee.org/product/equity-diversity-and-inclusion29-may-2026/]

Join us at Stationers' Hall for our next annual evening of networking, learning, and fun. Whether you're a seasoned digital content creator or just starting out - or if you represent a brand or agency, or have a different connection to the industry - this event is perfect for you. Connect with fellow influencers, agencies and others to grow your network and knowledge. Get ready for inspiring talks and an in-depth Q&A session. And grab the rare opportunity to create posts for your socials at the historic home of content, Stationers' Hall, with its unique rooms and private garden.

Enjoy two of the world's finest pieces of Classical Music, the Fauré Requiem and the Vivaldi Gloria, at All Hallows By The Tower church. Performed by The Livery Choir, composed of members of the Ancient & Modern Livery Companies and Ward Clubs of the City of London, joining together in the fellowship of music-making. Conducted by David Swinson, Director Emeritus of the world-famous Trinity Boys Choir, with organist Martin Ford, Director of Music at the Guards Chapel, Wellington Barracks and former St Paul's and Westminster Abbey assistant. Doors open at 7pm As keen singers ourselves, the Livery Choir is proud to support London Youth Choirs, to whom all profits will be donated: London Youth Choirs is dedicated to raising voices and shaping lives. Through its citywide community of choirs and free school programmes LYC brings young people together to find their voice, develop their musical skills, and experience the joy, connection and opportunities that

The first Worshipful Company of Entrepreneurs Scale-Up Capital event of 2026 will take place at the London Stock Exchange on Friday 5th June. Sponsored by London Stock Exchange Group, this event brings together high-growth businesses and investors under one hallowed roof in the heart of the City of London. Suitable for companies raising seed or Series A funding, as well as for VCs and private investors seeking access to strong, investment-ready businesses. Members of the Company can register to attend here. More information about the series can be found at Scaling Ambition, Funding Enterprise [https://www.entrepreneurscompany.org/scaling-enterprise-funding-ambition] INVESTORS - download an investment flyer HERE [https://www.entrepreneurscompany.org/data/files/dcad-investor.pdf] INVESTEE COMPANIES - download a pitching flyer HERE [https://www.entrepreneurscompany.org/data/files/5k70-Investee.pdf] REGISTRATION DEADLINE FOR INVESTEE COMPANIES IS FRIDAY 8TH MAY

A special Second Wednesday Drink this month, with a generous spread of Tower Suites' signature buffet and bowls. If you'd like to grab a bowl or two as you mingle with members and potential members, just book your place (£20) here. If you'd just like the PAYG drinks this evening - simply drop Mary Alder-Bentley (assistant@entrepreneurscompany.org) a line to let her know, and we will add you to the event list with nothing to pay. We'll be in the Sapphire Bar, and food will be served to nourish conversations long into the evening! It's your chance to meet with other members of the Company as well as bring along colleagues who are curious about the Company and the Livery movement in the City of London. Come along and join us. Dress code: Informal £20 for buffet supper £PAYG for drinks - please just let us know

The "Livery assembled in Common Hall" elects two Sheriffs each Midsummer Day at Guildhall. This delightful piece of City pageantry is the first of two elections (the other being at Michaelmas to elect a Lord Mayor), and, in the summer sunshine and with all the civic member carrying posies of flowers, a colourful and highly photogenic affair. Normally, one of the Sheriffs is an Alderman, who will hope to go on to become the Lord Mayor one day; and the other, sometimes referred to as the Non-Aldermanic Sheriff, takes on this senior civic role for just one year at the Old Bailey. LIVERYMEN ENTREPRENEURS PLEASE READ: if you are one of the 41 Liverymen clothed prior to 31st May 2025, this is your historic opportunity to cast your vote as an Entrepreneur for the very first time. Please contact the Clerk for more information on how to vote and when to arrive. Freemen and

The 2026 Election Court Banquet will be held at Tallow Chandlers' Hall. The is one of the two principal feasts of the Company Year, a white tie Livery banquet in one of the City's most beautiful Halls. A drinks and canapes reception will take place in the Courtyard from 6.45pm. Presentations to the 2025 Defence Academy Entrepreneurs' Prize winner, to the winner of EASI26, and to the Trust's 2026 beneficiaries will take place at 7.30pm. Dinner is served at 8pm in the Livery Hall. The Master is privileged to welcome Blondel Cluff CBE as his guest of honour, to reply on behalf of the guests. Earlybird pricing of £165 applies until 1st June. Full price of £175 thereafter. To use your Events Levy to book for this event, please contact the Clerk's Office.

Freemen and their guests are encouraged to attend our second Wednesday meet ups where the Livery-curious mingle with those in the know. Start July with drinks and mingling at Tower Suites at The Blue Orchid Hotel at Tower Hill. We'll be in the Sapphire Bar. It's your chance to meet with other Freemen of the Company as well as bring along colleagues who are curious about the Company and the Livery movement in the City of London. Come along and join us. Dress code: Informal £PAYG

Join Freemen, Liverymen and their guests for a fun and relaxed summer evening of **Digital Clay Shooting** - a modern, city-friendly twist on clay pigeon shooting that’s perfect for all experience levels. You'll get to enjoy an hour and a half shooting, drinking and eating. We'll then retire to the bar to continue the fun on a pay as you go basis. Expect: * 🎯 **Digital clay pigeon shooting experience** * 🍽️ **Food & three drinks included** * 🤝 **A friendly crowd of entrepreneurs** * 😄 **Plenty of laughs (and maybe bragging rights!)** Whether you’re looking to unwind after the week, meet fellow members, or try something new, this is the perfect way to kick off your weekend. **Spaces are limited — book your spot now!**

Freemen and their guests are encouraged to attend our second Wednesday meet ups where the Livery-curious mingle with those in the know. Start September with drinks and mingling at Tower Suites at The Blue Orchid Hotel at Tower Hill. We'll be in the Sapphire Bar. It's your chance to meet with other Freemen of the Company as well as bring along colleagues who are curious about the Company and the Livery movement in the City of London. Come along and join us. Dress code: Informal £PAYG