London’s reputation as a leading global tech hub is well earned and well established; it is Europe’s largest, attracting a third of the total European investment in 2024 and ranking second on the global stage, according to The Global Financial Centres Index. London remains home to over a third of the UK’s tech SMEs, as well as nearly 75% of the country’s tech unicorns, and offers access to skills, talent, infrastructure and financing that is unparalleled elsewhere.
LCCI recognises the overwhelming importance of tech to the growth and development of London, and indeed the global, economy. We work closely with member businesses from the tech sector to support their growth aspirations, access funding and provide networking opportunities.
Wielding an estimated £115 billion purchasing power globally, Generation Z consumers - spanning those born between 1997 and 2012 - are a marketplace force to be reckoned with. This tech-savvy generation therefore deserves attention from businesses with authentic digital experiences dominating their decision making.
To round off London Tech Week 2024, we visited LCCI patron member and skills programme partner 01 Founders, a leading tech education provider equipping students from all walks of live with invaluable skills to help the secure jobs in the tech industry. We enjoyed a tour of the campus, heard about the training programmes on offer, and discussed the importance of accessbility to education and upskilling initatives which drive growth and innovation in the city.
London is an excellent destination for tech firms and presents an appealing opportunity for global investors. At LCCI, we work closely with industry stakeholders and policymakers to maintain the competitiveness of the UK’s tech sector and London’s role as a global city and leading business destination. We were delighted to partner with London Tech Week in June 2024 to welcome inspirational founders, innovative thinkers, business leaders and policymakers to LCCI’s HQ to explore everything that our wonderful capital has to offer.
London is home to a highly skilled and diverse workforce. Leading universities in London attract talent from all over the world and produce a pool of top-tier graduates, entrepreneurs and innovators who contribute to the growth of businesses and the economy. LCCI plays a leading role in facilitating collaboration between universities, industry leaders, and policymakers in order to deliver robust training and education programmes that secure a pipeline of skills and talent for the long term.
Menzies technology team advise a wide range of tech businesses from scale-ups to multinational operations, from software platforms to space tech. The team work closely with clients to find solutions to industry issues, utilising expertise in everything from business strategy and corporate finance to audit and tax advice. Getting an accurate and reliable business valuation of your tech company could play a key role in its success. Check Menzies 'Is your business valuation supporting your growth journey' guide for advice.
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LCCI's Business Owners Club supports entrepreneurs connect wand supports business growth through collaboration, information sharing and events.
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The Chamber Finance Finder platform simplifies and speeds up the funding process, matching member businesses with the right funding solutions.
London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) recognises the essential role that cyber security professionals play in protecting businesses in London from malware. We are proud to represent the sector at LCCI, and have a programme of benefits to help businesses in this field raise their profile and connect with potential clients.
The City of London Association is committed to understanding the key issues impacting businesses in the Square Mile and campaigning for action. The Association campaigns on issues including business rates, improving the footfall in the City after the pandemic, labour and skills shortages, transport and logistics, inclusivity, business crime, and the City’s future competitiveness.
