The State of UK Deep Tech | Dr David Cleevely CBE FREng FIET

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Dr David Cleevely CBE FREng FIET. Co-founder, Cambridge Angels

Podcast Episode Description:

This episode of Lab to Market Leadership explores the challenges and opportunities of scaling Deep Tech companies in the UK. Host Chris Reichhelm sits down with Dr. David Cleevely CBE FREng FIET, a visionary entrepreneur, prolific investor, and co-founder of Cambridge Angels, to discuss the vital role of talent, vision, and serendipity in the lab-to-market journey.

With decades of experience shaping science and technology policy and building groundbreaking companies, David shares his unique insights on fostering innovation and creating successful ecosystems for Deep Tech growth. Together, they delve into the state of UK science and technology, the role of investors and boards, and the power of networks in driving progress.

Key Topics from the Show:

  • Overcoming scaling challenges for Deep Tech in the UK

  • The critical importance of talent and senior leadership

  • Creating a vision and building boards that add value

  • The transformative role of serendipity in innovation

  • Comparing innovation strategies in the UK, US, and China

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