Green Shoots is a network within the EIS Association (EISA), providing young professionals in the industry the chance to independently develop their own networks, interest and awareness of the world of SMEs and Venture Capital – and to advance their understanding of the EIS, Venture Capital and SME sector.
It's free to join for those who are 35 years of age and under who work for an EISA Full Corporate member.
Our aim is to create a space where our members can meet and interact with early-stage companies, keep up to date on industry trends, as well as build early and lasting business relationships with each other.
We do this through holding online and in-person networking events with guest speakers, sending out regular updates and hosting bi-annual technical seminars.
Discover just a few of the reasons to join below:
Members also receive access to a range of other benefits, including:
Who is eligible?
Every individual who:
If you are interested in getting involved and work in the EIS/SEIS industry but your organisation is not currently an EISA Full Corporate member, please contact us.
Costs
Green Shoots membership is free of charge to all eligible individuals.
More wealth managers, regulated advisers and financial planners are getting involved in venture capital and tax advantaged investing than ever before – so we have introduced the Financial Planning Membership.
We want to encourage wealth managers, regulated advisers and financial planners to join us as part of the Enterprise Investment Scheme Association and play a more active role in this increasingly mainstream area of financial planning.
Who is the Financial Planning Membership for?
Why is this membership free?
We want the EIS Association to be a reflection of the ecosystem, and so we want to encourage these groups of financial planners to join.
This means we can more accurately reflect their interests when assessing and lobbying for the ecosystem's use of the Enterprise Investment Scheme and Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme.
What are the benefits of becoming an EISA member?
Once you are a part of our association as a Financial Planning Member, not only are you part of a community, you will be able to benefit from a wide range of benefits. Discover the perks of EISA membership outlined below…
Networking opportunities
We help you stay connected.
Being part of the EIS Association gives you access to many networking opportunities, whether that be through your visibility on our website, or personal invitations to ecosystem events.
Access to live events, seminars and more
We have a full calendar of events, which you can explore here.
Our events, which are held across the UK, are focussed on increasing education, awareness and incorporating EIS/SEIS into the financial planning recommendation process.
Being part of the ecosystem's collective voice
EISA achieves a dialogue and influence over the policymakers that advisers alone cannot.
We provide a platform for all advisory firms to get their voice heard by policymakers and stakeholders governing the EIS/SEIS advice market.
Personal regulatory updates
Have your finger on the pulse with updates that affect you.
Our team will send important updates on legislation and policy changes straight to your inbox from our committees.
Access to resources and research
Find a wealth of information, analysis and insight across the EIS/SEIS sector.
Members can explore and read our guides, webinars, checklists and planning ideas for financial planners to educate you about advising in this area.
Enjoy significant savings
We have many partners who offer generous discounts for EISA members.
Find discounts on services and products that are relevant for you. You will also receive invites to relevant events that our partners are holding.