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Celebrating Rob Cossins of Scribe: The People's Choice at Demo Night

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Feb 25 Peoples Choice Award Rob Cossins at Scribelabs

This past Wednesday, the Canopy Community hosted another electric Demo Night, and one pitch stood out above the rest. Rob Cossins, co-founder of Scribe not only captivated the audience with his innovative solution but also walked away with the coveted People’s Choice Award. In a room brimming with entrepreneurial talent, Scribe emerged as the clear favorite, showcasing the power of AI-driven insights for startups and investors alike.

During an engaging post-pitch interview, Rob shared the story behind ScribeLabs.ai—a journey rooted in his background in finance. After spending seven years analyzing companies for a major bank, Rob envisioned a way to automate and enhance this process. Teaming up with an AI academic, he launched ScribeLabs.ai four and a half years ago with a mission to revolutionize how businesses are analyzed.

ScribeLabs.ai specializes in providing automated insights on private companies, serving clients such as asset managers, lenders, and banks. However, what truly resonated with the Demo Night audience was their latest offering: helping founders identify and connect with angel investors using data-driven insights. To date, Scribe has worked with over 400 organizations, proving its value across a diverse client base.

Rob’s startup journey is a testament to resilience and strategic growth. Having raised two funding rounds from prominent investors like Antler and Fuel Ventures, ScribeLabs.ai has transitioned from bootstrapping to scaling. With a team of ten and plans to expand further by year-end, the company is firmly on an upward trajectory.

When asked about his experience building Scribe, Rob emphasized the importance of networks and communities. He credited his early days at Antler’s accelerator program for connecting him with like-minded entrepreneurs and providing vital support. “Building a startup is 90% learning on the go,” he remarked. “Communities like Canopy are invaluable for founders navigating this journey.”

Scribe's pitch struck a chord because it addresses a pain point many entrepreneurs face: finding the right investors. By leveraging AI to streamline this process, Scribe empowers founders to focus on building their businesses rather than getting bogged down in endless networking.

Rob also shared actionable tips for founders during his interview:

  • : Be clear about why you’re raising funds and what type of investors align with your vision.

  • : Tap into founder communities and platforms like LinkedIn to broaden your reach.

  • : “Talk yourself into success,” Rob advised. Confidence and conviction can turn opportunities into commitments.

These insights reflect not only Rob’s expertise but also his commitment to fostering collaboration within the startup ecosystem.

Rob’s connection with Canopy began when one of its members discovered ScribeLabs.ai during a fundraising coaching call. Since then, Canopy has supported countless founders through its startup incubator programs, networking events, and mentorship opportunities. With over 350 active founders in its virtual community spanning the UK, Portugal, India, and beyond, Canopy is redefining what it means to build a thriving startup ecosystem.

As Stewart Noakes, co-founder of Canopy Community, noted during the event, “Entrepreneurship is a team sport. Communities like ours ensure founders don’t have to learn every lesson alone.”

Find out more about the Community at Canopy The Power of Community: Why Founders Thrive at Canopy Community

Inspired by Rob’s story? Don’t miss your chance to connect with innovative startups and like-minded entrepreneurs at our next Demo Night on March 12th. Whether you’re an aspiring founder or simply curious about the world of startups, these events offer invaluable opportunities to learn, network, and grow.

Congratulations again to Rob Cossins and the team at Scribe for their well-deserved recognition as People’s Choice! Your success exemplifies what’s possible when innovation meets community support.


Watch the full interview with Rob https://www.youtube.com/live/xsQOKrquX3g?si=G8uIjdGAduGgkZ5L

Connect with Rob https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-cossins/

Check out Scribe Scribe | Insight on Private Companies and Privately-Held Data. 

Connect with Stewart https://www.linkedin.com/in/stewartnoakes/

Connect with Sam https://www.linkedin.com/in/samlsteele/ 


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