Our Tech & High Growth team has once again officially partnered with Tech Nation to support its Upscale 2025 programme – a high-impact initiative designed to help the UK’s ambitious scaleups navigate the critical post-Series A phase.
The partnership is a natural fit. At CP, we’re all about empowering high-growth businesses to scale with confidence, clarity and pace. Tech Nation shares that mission. And together, we’re backing the founders and leadership teams who are shaping the future of UK tech – giving them the tools, connections and insights they need to thrive.
WHO ARE TECH NATION?
Tech Nation is the UK’s leading growth platform and industry body for startups and scaleups. Backed by Founders Forum Group, they’ve spent the last decade helping over 1,000 tech companies scale successfully – in the UK and abroad. Their alumni include household names like Skyscanner, Darktrace, Monzo and ‘decacorns’ Revolut and Wise.
They’re also the endorsing body for the UK’s Global Talent Visa, helping the best tech talent from around the world work in the UK’s digital sector. Whether it’s connecting founders to investors, policymakers or peers, Tech Nation is all about amplifying the UK founder voice and accelerating growth.
WHAT IS THE UPSCALE PROGRAMME?
Upscale 2025 is Tech Nation’s flagship programme for post-Series A scaleups. Over three months, it equips founders and their C-suite teams with the knowledge, connections and confidence to tackle the toughest challenges of growth – whether that’s building high-performing teams, securing funding, or preparing for a Series B raise.
The programme is fully funded and includes:
- Expert-led sessions on scaling strategy, leadership and operations
- Tailored 1:1 investor matchmaking
- Lifetime access to a powerful network of founders, VCs and policymakers
It’s a launchpad for the UK’s most promising scaleups, and after seeing the impact it’s already had, we’re proud to be a part of it again this year.
HOW COOPER PARRY SUPPORTS THE UPSCALE COHORT
At Cooper Parry, we know that the leap from Series A to Series B is one of the most challenging – and exciting – stages in a scaleup’s journey. Our Tech & High Growth team is here to help Upscale 2025 founders and CFOs navigate this critical phase with confidence.
This stage is all about accelerating growth: expanding teams, entering new markets, and investing in product development – while tackling new financial complexities. We bring the advice and support needed to ensure robust finance functions, optimise tax structures, and develop effective equity and incentive plans, so founders are ready to attract Series B investors and position themselves for success.
MEET THE UPSCALE 2025 COHORT
This year’s Upscale cohort showcases the diversity and ambition of UK tech, with more than 25 exceptional businesses involved.
From Grip’s AI-powered event platform and Tortus AI’s medical assistant to Xampla’s natural plant polymer technology and RideTandem’s tech-enabled shuttle bus services, the programme paints a vivid picture of a thriving ecosystem.
Huge congratulations to all the companies selected. We can’t wait to support you on your journey and see the impact you’ll make over the coming months.
