Technology Scout

At Level Four Seven, we help large organisations and startups move from vague interest in a technology to well-designed, real-world pilots. To do this well, we need a broad and constantly evolving view of emerging solutions – across sectors, geographies, and technology domains. We know that many of the best leads come from people who are close to the action: operators, engineers, researchers, consultants, and investors who see interesting technologies long before they appear in the usual databases. Our Technology Scout Network is a way to recognise and reward that insight.

How it Works

1. You join our scout network You share a bit about your background, sectors you know, and regions you cover. If there’s a fit between us, we’ll confirm you as part of the network and agree how we’ll work together. We may occasionally send you simple guidance on the kinds of solutions we are currently looking for.
2. You introduce technologies to us When you come across a startup or solution that might fit, you send us a short submission (company, contact, what problem it addresses, why you think it’s credible). Ideally, you already know the team and can make a warm introduction.
3. We assess the fit We evaluate whether the solution is a potential match for our corporate or investor clients. We may contact you for clarification, but you are not responsible for selling the pilot.
4. If it goes to pilot, you receive £500 If a technology you introduced leads to a signed pilot project that we are directly involved in facilitating, you receive a £500 fee. Payment is per technology, not per client, and is made once the pilot agreement is signed and our engagement has formally started.

Who it's For

You might be a good fit if: You work in or around deep-tech, industrial technology, climate/energy, advanced manufacturing, health-tech, etc. You regularly see new or under-the-radar solutions and enjoy connecting good people with useful opportunities. You are comfortable making warm, professional introductions. You are happy to work in a lightweight, non-exclusive, independent way (this is not an employment relationship).

What We are Looking For

The list will evolve, but as a guide, we are especially interested in: Innovative deep-tech, hard-tech and science-based technology solutions. Solutions that are beyond the idea stage (e.g. working prototypes, pilots already completed in at least one site, or early commercial deployments). Teams that are credible and coachable, even if they are still early. Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 4-7 in Europe (incl. the UK). We are less likely to pursue consumer apps, marketplaces, SaaS, cryptocurrency, or very early ideas without a working proof of concept. We will update scouts periodically on our current focus so you can decide what to send through.

How We Work with Scouts

You remain independent. This is not employment or an agency contract. We do not expect exclusivity – you may work with other organisations, as long as you respect any confidentiality obligations. We ask you to declare any conflicts of interest (for example, if you are an investor, advisor, or employee of a company you introduce). We may stop accepting new submissions from a scout if we feel there is a repeated mismatch with what we are looking for, or if conflicts cannot be managed.

Reward and Conditions (Summary)

You may expect to receive the £500 scout fee when: You submitted a technology to us before we had direct contact with that company. We later sign a pilot project engagement that directly uses that technology, and Level Four Seven is actively involved in designing, facilitating, or evaluating the pilot. You have provided accurate information and respected any confidentiality or conflict-of-interest requirements. You should be aware that: Many interesting technologies will not reach pilot stage. We cannot guarantee any minimum number of pilots or payments. We may adapt or end the scout programme at any time for new submissions, but we will honour any rewards already earned under the agreed terms at the time of submission. You may wish to treat this as occasional side income, not as a primary source of earnings.

Interested in becoming a scout? If this sounds like something you’d like to be involved in, please complete the short application form on our website. We review all applications and will be in touch to explain the next steps.