Global Talent Visa, Demystified: Real Talk for Founders

Fragomen is proud to be the exclusive partner for visa and immigration services at this event, bringing expert insight to a key session for international founders.

Join us for a candid and practical conversation that cuts through the noise surrounding the UK’s Global Talent Visa. Whether you're considering applying or already navigating life on the visa, this session will equip you with the clarity and confidence you need to take your next step.

Topics

•  What the Global Talent Visa really is – and what makes an application stand out
• A breakdown of the UK immigration White Paper – what may be changing and what’s next
• What founders wish they had known earlier – the things you won’t find on official websites
• Bonus: How to use your visa status strategically when fundraising, hiring, and scaling

Agenda

09:30 – 09:45 | Coffee & Connections
09:45 – 10:30 | Panel Discussion moderated by Alex Hood, Manager and Solicitor, Fragomen
Featuring:

• Kimberley Ong, Senior Associate, Fragomen – UK immigration for founders & families
• Additional guest panelists with lived Global Talent Visa experience

10:30 – 11:00 | Open Q&A + Community Networking

Who Should Attend

•  Founders applying for or already on the Global Talent Visa
• Visa holders preparing to fundraise, hire, or scale
• VCs and ecosystem operators supporting international entrepreneurs

Fragomen Speakers

Alex Hood – Manager and Solicitor, Fragomen
Alex advises high-growth companies and founders on immigration strategies that support business expansion and talent mobility, with deep expertise in the UK’s Global Talent and Innovator visa routes.

Kimberley Ong – Senior Associate, Fragomen
Kimberley specializes in UK immigration law with a focus on entrepreneurs and their families. She helps founders navigate both the technical and practical aspects of visa applications and long-term mobility planning.