​CAMentrepreneurs and Innovate Cambridge invite you to the next Open Coffee Cambridge on 18th September 2026, a Cambridge Tech Week Fringe Event.

​Join us for a fireside chat featuring Simon Thorpe (Cambridge Angels, Delta2020) in conversation with Tim Passingham, Founder and Chairman of Cambridge Management Consulting, sharing perspectives on what makes businesses investable and strengthening connections between innovation clusters such as Cambridge and Manchester.

​The discussion will be followed by informal networking, a relaxed opportunity to ask questions, share ideas, and connect over coffee. Whether you’re a founder, researcher, investor, or simply curious about the ecosystem, Open Coffee is your space to connect, collaborate, and be inspired.

​08:30 - 08:50 - Networking

​08:50 - 9:30 - Open Coffee Style Introductions - led by Jeremy Leong, Founder Rainbow Rocket

09:30-10:10 Fireside Chat & Q&A with Simon Thorpe. Hosted by Tim Passingham.

​10:10 - 10:45 Networking

​10:45 - 11:00 - Tidy up

​Registration is required to attend the event.

Location: The Glasshouse, Innovate Cambridge, 100 Hills Rd, Cambridge, CB2 1LQ, UK