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About
The "UK Business Expansion Week" is a week-long informative and competitive digital event organized by D Globalist to provide select startups with opportunities for expansion in the UK, and further tap into prominent European markets. The Day i.e Induction Day would also host sessions from Innovator International, one of the only three Endorsing Bodies authorised by the UK Government to issue endorsements to founders under the Innovator Founder Route, investors, regulatory experts and eXtrepreneurs who can guide with examples of their journeys. This would be followed by three days of one-on-one pitches from the shortlisted companies, presenting their venture and aspirations to a curated panel, expert in assessing on the UK suitability and guiding on viable paths to successful outcomes.
The final selection would be made based on definite parameters, including present venture performance, scalability potential, expansion readiness, UK market fit and innovation.
The final selection would be made based on definite parameters, including present venture performance, scalability potential, expansion readiness, UK market fit and innovation.
Benefits to Select Companies
Designed to shortlist and support founders of fast-growing and expansion-ready companies from emerging economies to accelerate their business in the United Kingdom and tapping into the European markets.
Private DG Global Ecosystem Access (1 Year)
Join a network of 1000+ founders, including unicorn and soonicorn leaders from India, Europe, the US, and APAC. Gain access to global investors, Fortune 500 CXOs, and regulatory experts for long-term cross-border success.

UK Company Incorporation & Compliance
Fast-tracked incorporation with expert guidance on UK regulatory requirements.

Strategic Global Business Structuring
Optimize your corporate setup for seamless international operations and tax efficiency.

Business Immigration & Visa Support
Assistance with UK business visas, founder relocations, and operational setup.

High-Impact Market Entry
Curated introductions to potential clients, strategic partners, and key industry stakeholders in the UK.

Investor Access & Fundraising Support
Connect with VCs, angel investors, and UK-based funding programs tailored to growth-stage startups.

Government Grants & Incentives
Guidance on available UK government grants and incentives to fuel your expansion.

Key Dates
March 4, 2025
Applications Open
April 10, 2025
Preliminary Shortlisting
April 22, 2025
Induction Session
April 23 - 25, 2025
Presentations by Founders
May 10, 2025
Shortlisting of Top Companies
Speakers
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Divesh Sharma
CEO, D Globalist


Richard Harrison
Director, Innovator International


Nick Roach
Director, Innovator International


Evgenia Kabanova
Partner, Business Immigration, UK, D Globalist

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Bofin Babu
Founder, CloudSEK

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Antonio Baccari
Partner, Feel Venture


Chad Eric Zidow
Partner, Seine Capital

Past Attending Companies