FAQs

Breakfast Events

1. How can I get tickets for the breakfast events?

Breakfast events during Cambridge Wide Open Week are curated, limited-capacity sessions focused on specific topics. While some sessions may require an invitation, any events open for registration will be shared on the CWOW website and through official communications.

2. How can I receive an invitation to the breakfast events?

Invitations to the invite-only breakfast events are thoughtfully extended to participants whose interests or experience closely align with the focus of the session. If an event feels particularly relevant to you, we welcome you to express your interest by contacting the organising team. While places are limited, we aim to create a welcoming and inclusive programme with many opportunities to connect throughout the week.

Ventures Tour

1. Is the Ventures Tour open to everyone?

The Ventures Tour is designed primarily as an investor showcase, bringing together selected startups, venture funds, and ecosystem partners. That said, as part of our wider commitment to inclusivity across the week, a limited number of seats are also made available to members of the wider community, including ecosystem operators. However, please note that availability is limited and spaces are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

2. Is the Ventures Tour free to attend?

Yes, the Ventures Tour is free to attend. However, registration is required, and spaces may be limited, so we recommend signing up in advance to secure your place.

3. Can I share this opportunity with my investor network?

Yes, if you know an investor who would be a good fit, please direct them to the registration page or introduce them to the organisers.

4. Can I bring a colleague or partner from my investment firm?

Yes, additional team members from investment firms are welcome, but they must register in advance due to limited capacity.

5. How can startups pitch at the Ventures Tour?

Startups wishing to pitch at the Ventures Tour are usually represented through participating venture funds, incubators, or accelerators. If your company is part of one of these programmes, we recommend asking your VC, incubator, or accelerator to get in touch with us. You are also welcome to contact the CWOW team directly at cwow@o2h.com for further information.

6. How will the participating companies be selected?

The companies will be carefully selected based on their innovation potential, market traction, and investment readiness. Most of these companies might have undergone rigorous evaluation and funding rounds, ensuring a high-quality deal flow for attending investors.

7. Will my company get funding after pitching at the Ventures Tour?

Pitching at the Ventures Tour does not guarantee funding. The programme is designed to provide visibility, meaningful feedback, and connections with investors, partners, and ecosystem influencers/operatives.

8. How can investors connect with the startups pitching at the Ventures Tour?

Investors interested in connecting with pitching startups will be supported by the CWOW team. Introductions can be facilitated during or after the Ventures Tour, and follow-up connections will be coordinated to ensure relevant and meaningful conversations.

9. What stage are the companies presenting at the Ventures Tour?

The Ventures Tour will feature a range of companies, from early-stage to growth-stage, including series B/C. These companies span across biotech techbio, life sciences and so on, with many backed by leading accelerators, venture capital firms, and national funding bodies.

10. Can I attend only one day of the Ventures Tour instead of all the days?

Yes, you are welcome to attend the Ventures Tour on a single day rather than across all days. Attendance is flexible, and you can choose the day or days that best match your interests and availability.

CWOD

1. If I register for CWOW, am I automatically signed up for CWOD?

Yes! Signing up for CWOW includes access to CWOD, so you don’t need to register separately for the Open Day.

2. Where can I find the list of participating companies for CWOD?

Many pioneering organisations across the Cambridge ecosystem will be taking part again this year for Cambridge Wide Open Day. Please see the full list of participating venues and companies – https://cambridgewideopenday.com/venues/

3. How can I apply to give a talk or presentation at CWOD?

We are always looking to add more influential/innovative speakers and companies to our lineup. To give a talk or presentation at CWOD, simply reach out to us at cwow@o2h.com

4. When and where will the Garden Party take place?

Our signature garden party reception will be held at the o2h co-work labs @Hauxton House, Mill SciTech Park, on 17th June from 4:00 pm onwards.

5. Can I attend only the Garden Party without registering for other CWOW/CWOD events?

Yes, you are welcome to attend only the Garden Party. However, we do encourage you to take a look at the wider CWOW and CWOD programme and register for other events that interest you, so you can make the most of the conversations, connections, and experiences taking place across the week.

Partner Events

1. Do I need to register separately for individual events during CWOW?

Yes, some events, such as Ventures Tours, AZ Exchange, BIA TECHBIO X and others, require separate registration to help us manage security and attendance. We’ll send details and sign-up links via email for any events that need additional registration, so sign up for CWOW using the main Eventbrite link and keep an eye on our communications.

2. How can I register for AZ Exchange, BIA TechBio X, or other CWOW events?

We’ll share sign-up links for these events via email once you have registered for CWOW using the main Eventbrite link. So make sure to add our email address to your safe sender’s list and keep an eye out in your inbox.

3. Do I need to pay for the tickets to the partner events?

Some partner events may require a paid ticket, while others are free to attend. Ticketing and registration details are managed by the respective partner organisations, so we recommend checking the individual event/registration pages for specific information.

Parking and Transportation

1. Is parking available for Garden Party and Talks at the Mill SciTech Park for CWOD?

Yes, parking is available at the Mill SciTech Park, but spaces are limited and subject to availability. As capacity is restricted, we recommend using public transport where possible to help manage parking availability.

2. What are the parking arrangements at different venues during CWOW?

Parking options may vary by venue as per their capacity and security arrangements. We will shortly update all these details in the full schedule, which will be available on the website.

General

1. What happens when I sign up through the Eventbrite link?

By signing up, you’re expressing your interest in CWOW and some of the events happening throughout the week. This also grants you access to CWOD, so you won’t need to register separately for the Open Day.

2. How can I get involved in Cambridge Wide Open Week?

If you would like to join as a venue or company, deliver a life sciences talk or masterclass, showcase your scientific innovation or biotech company during Cambridge Wide Open Day, or host an event during CWOW, please contact us at cwow@o2h.com

Interested in sponsorship opportunities? You can explore our tailored packages in the brochure here.

Are lunch sessions free on each day of CWOW?

Yes, the lunch sessions are free for participants/attendees who have officially signed up and have been invited accordingly.

3. What am I not supposed to do?

Please avoid making unsolicited sales pitches or distributing any type of marketing/promotional materials to companies or other attendees. The event is meant for community building, learning and networking.

4. Will my contact details be shared with partners or sponsors, and how are they handled under GDPR?

We are committed to handling your personal data in accordance with applicable GDPR regulations. Your contact details will only be shared where necessary and relevant to the event you have registered for. In certain cases, this may include selected partners, sponsors, or venue hosts, for operational purposes such as attendance management, security compliance, and food and beverage arrangements.