Investor Scale Podcast – Episode: Investing in Ambition: How Mercia VC Sees Opportunity in Scotland’s Scale-Up Scene

In this episode of the Investor Scale Podcast, host Ewan Anderson is joined by Alex Gwyther and Dr Natalie Blagburn of Mercia Venture Capital, a leading UK investor backing high-growth companies from seed to Series B. Together, they unpack why Scotland is fast becoming a key region for innovation—and why Mercia is backing Scottish scale-ups across life sciences, software, and FinTech.

Alex and Natalie discuss what makes Scotland’s startup ecosystem so investible—from world-class universities and angel networks to global ambition baked into local founders. They also reflect on what it really takes to attract funding at Series A and B stages, the long-term value of relationship-building with VCs, and the importance of storytelling in investment journeys.

If you’re a founder, investor, or ecosystem supporter, this episode offers practical insights on how to scale with purpose—and why shouting about your success matters just as much as achieving it.