Barclays Demo Directory - helping founders raise investment
In the fast-evolving world of bioscience, innovation is abundant—but access to capital can be a bottleneck. At Barclays, we believe that great ideas deserve great opportunities and that’s why we created the Barclays Demo Directory—a free, founder-first platform designed to connect businesses with a powerful network of investors.
Now approaching its second anniversary, the Demo Directory has grown into a trusted bridge between ambitious founders and a diverse community of over 700 active investors. These investors span venture capital firms, angel syndicates, corporate funds, and family offices, all with a shared interest in backing the next wave of breakthroughs.
A platform built for founders
Raising investment is never easy—especially in a sector as complex and capital-intensive as bioscience. Founders often face the dual challenge of building world-class science while navigating the investment landscape. The Demo Directory was built to simplify that journey.
Here’s how it works: founders create a profile, a listing of their investment opportunity and upload a short video pitch. This is then made visible to our curated network of investors. Investors can browse, filter, and connect directly with the businesses that align with their interests. There’s no cost, no commission, and no catch—just a clear, streamlined path to visibility and connection.
Why it works
The success of the Demo Directory lies in its simplicity and scale. With over 140 bioscience-focused investors actively using the platform, founders like you can gain exposure to a wide range of funding sources. Whether you're pre-seed or Series A, working on therapeutics, diagnostics, digital health, or synthetic biology, there’s likely an investor on the platform looking for exactly what you’re building.
And it’s not just about numbers. The platform is designed to foster meaningful engagement. Investors have 15 filters to use to find what they are looking for, ensuring that the right businesses are seen by the right people. Founders, in turn, benefit from a level playing field—where visibility isn’t determined by who you know, but by the strength of your proposition.
Real impact, real results
The Demo Directory has helped numerous bioscience businesses raise investment, secure follow-on meetings, and build relationships that go beyond capital. We’ve seen founders gain traction with investors they might never have reached through traditional channels, and we’ve seen investors discover high-potential ventures that weren’t yet on their radar.
This is more than a platform—it’s a movement to democratise access to investment and accelerate innovation in one of the UK’s most vital sectors.
Join the Directory today
If you’re a bioscience founder looking to raise investment, the Demo Directory is here for you. It’s free, it’s easy to use, and it’s already helping businesses like yours get in front of the right investors.
👉 Register now and take the next step in your investment journey.
At Barclays, we’re proud to support the bioscience ecosystem—and we’re excited to see what you’ll build next.