UPCOMING EVENT

U.S. Bound: Your Map to the American Mindset

DATE 22 September 2026
TIME 2:00pm–5:00pm
LOCATION Catalyst Innovation Centre, Belfast

If you're planning to expand into the United States, understanding the market is only part of the challenge. Knowing how to communicate with U.S. investors, customers and partners can make the difference between opening doors and missing opportunities.

Catalyst is partnering with FINN Partners to deliver U.S. Bound: Your Map to the American Mindset — an interactive workshop designed to help founders develop the communication skills needed to succeed in the U.S. market.

This practical three-hour session will explore how U.S. business culture differs and what founders need to do to communicate with confidence.

Practical tools for the U.S. market.

01

Pitch with confidence

Learn how to communicate effectively when pitching to U.S. investors, customers and business audiences.

02

Adapt your communication

Understand U.S. business expectations and how to adapt your communication style accordingly.

03

Make conversations actionable

Turn indirect conversations into clear, focused discussions with defined actions and outcomes.

04

Understand the wider landscape

Explore the U.S. media and political landscape and how it can influence your approach to entering the market.

Preparing to make your move?

This workshop is designed for founders and businesses preparing to enter or expand within the U.S. market.

Whether you're preparing to raise investment, win customers or establish partnerships in the United States, you'll leave with practical tools to help you navigate the American business environment with greater confidence.

EVENT DETAILS

U.S. Bound

Date 22 September 2026
Time 2:00pm–5:00pm
Location Catalyst Innovation Centre, Belfast
Delivered with FINN Partners

Ready to take your next step into the U.S. market?

Join us for a practical afternoon focused on communicating, pitching and building relationships in the United States.

Register Your Interest