Gary Smith

Gary Smith is an experienced entrepreneur and startup advisor who is currently active with Venture Circle, an online community for startup founders. He specializes in early-stage venture funding and has successfully raised over £50 million in venture capital through various funding channels including IPO, venture capital, angel investing, and crowdfunding.12

Professional Background

Key Achievements::

• Pioneered the Software as a Service (SaaS) industry
• Launched Europe's first Cloud Computing service provider (NetStore plc)
• Successfully took NetStore from startup to IPO on the London Stock Exchange, raising £40 million at a £135 million valuation2
• Has supported over 500 startups seeking funding
• Currently mentors and advises around 20 startups and scale-ups
• Reviews 10+ new pitch decks weekly2

Venture Circle Role

As a member of Venture Circle, Gary Smith helps connect startup founders, providing support, advice, and resources to help entrepreneurs build, raise investment, scale, and sell their businesses. The community offers free membership and aims to help founders:

• Connect with like-minded entrepreneurs
• Share experiences and insights
• Get support and advice
• Access valuable resources for business growth12