Young Investor Week Event
1st-5th June 2026

Connecting Education
With The Innovation
Ecosystem

The ultimate week of bringing together schools, investors and entrepreneurs to shape the future economy.

How We Did It

Young Investor Week is a national initiative started by Diverse Leaders Network and Ultra Education CIC, birthed from the success of Bright Futures: Young Investor for a Day programme.

01

Pilot Programme

In partnership with Innovate UK, launched successful pilots in London and Liverpool, proving the concept of "Young Investor for a Day".

02

Regional Expansion

Expanded to 5 regions including Manchester, Birmingham and Leeds, engaging diverse talent pools.

03

Ecosystem Integration

Connected 150+ young people directly with investors and founders for real-world impact.

Our Impact & Vision

Our pilot successfully bridged the gap between local entrepreneurs and national investors, unlocking vital funding opportunities. It equipped young people with essential leadership, entrepreneurship and financial literacy, opening their eyes to industries previously out of reach. Now, through Young Investor Week and our year-round activities, we empower every participant to inspire change and invest in the future.

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Our Partners & Supporters

Innovate UK
Octopus Ventures
Impact X
Bethnal Green
Future VC
Diversity VC
Cornerstone VC
Kaleidoscope
Baltic Ventures
Lyva Labs
Innovate UK
Octopus Ventures
Impact X
Bethnal Green
Future VC
Diversity VC
Cornerstone VC
Kaleidoscope
Baltic Ventures
Lyva Labs

Interested in learning more about Bright Futures: Young Investor for a Day?

Get Involved all year round

Whether you want to access a more diverse investment-ready pipeline of talent, improve your pitch or upskill your students, check out our resources, events and activities for 365 days of innovation.

Schools

Education

Schools

Equip your students with essential leadership, entrepreneurship and financial literacy and provide career education into the world of innovation and finance.

Investors

Finance

Investors

Access a diverse pipeline of future talent and gain unique consumer insights from the next generation.

Entrepreneurs

Innovation

Entrepreneurs

Refine your pitch by testing it with the most honest audience—young people. Simplify your message, cut the jargon and inspire the next wave of innovators.

Get Involved in the Week

Join us in reshaping the future of leadership, investment and entrepreneurship. Whether you're a parent, teacher, corporate, founder, investor or anyone else, register your interest to take part in this year's Young Investor Week between 1st-5th June 2026. Everyone is welcome.

Become a Facilitator

Join our network of trained facilitators delivering high-impact leadership, financial literacy and entrepreneurship programmes in schools. Get certified, gain experience and make a difference.