Rory Southworth
Fhunded Angels - Connecting Founders to Funders, Investment Ecosystem Manager for Lancashire
Rory Southworth connects founders to funders, helping drive early-stage equity investment in Lancashire. He runs Fhunded Angels, an active angel investment network that shares deals, supports investors, and helps founders access capital. Fhunded is part of the Business Growth team at Lancashire County Council, where Rory works to strengthen regional investment ecosystems by bridging the gap between startups, investors, and public sector stakeholders.
Regenerative Finance
This session brings together three leaders redefining how finance can fuel a regenerative North, where investment, innovation, and purpose combine to drive long-term regional growth. Sue Barnard (British Business Bank), Rory Southworth (Fhunded Angels), and Niamh Donovan (Sustainable Ventures North) will explore how access to capital, green finance, and ecosystem collaboration can transform the way we fund and scale sustainable businesses.