There is a great myth that raising finance, particularly for new or early-stage businesses is not only difficult, but practically impossible, that couldn’t be further from the truth.  

The reality is that, if you have a compelling business idea or a growing, profitable business, with reliable customers who pay their bills, there are plenty of people willing to lend to you or even invest in you.  

You just need to know where to look and how to tailor your approach.  

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Understanding finance raising is crucial for owners of growing businesses. Securing the right funding, for the right purpose, at the right time, will determine your company’s success and scalability. Without proper financial knowledge, business owners often struggle to obtain the capital they need and will often pay far more than they should.  

Understanding the different financing options available, such as bank loans, asset finance, venture capital, angel investors, crowdfunding, and grants, will allow you to select the most suitable facility for your business needs. Each option has different implications for control, repayment, and cost, making informed decision-making essential. 

This half-day, interactive workshop will cover a wide range of topics including: 

• Business finance basics  

• Finance raising myths 

• Today’s finance market  

• Choosing between Debt and Equity finance  

• Debt funding, overdraft, loan & asset-based lending  

• Equity Funding, Angels, VC’s and Private Equity  

• What’s right for your business 

• 5-year funding plan 

Delivered in relaxed, jargon free, and entertaining style, the workshop will provide you with a good grasp of the finance options available to you and most importantly, who has where to look for the finance you need, enabling you to present compelling proposals to lenders or investors. You will also leave with your own personal five-year funding plan.  

About Jeff Long: 

Drawing from a wealth of over 35 years of Sales, Marketing, Manufacturing and Finance experience, Jeff is a seasoned business professional, complete with the silver hair you would expect from someone with decades of first-hand business experience. 

Beginning his business journey in FMCG sales, Jeff has an impressive track record of working in a wide range of sectors, including Accounting, Manufacturing, Consumer Goods, Technology and Banking, before starting, growing and selling his own successful manufacturing, Import and export business. 

Jeff now uses his experience to provide coaching and mentoring to Yorkshire businesses, with the sole aim of helping business owners and their teams to overcome obstacles and reach their full potential.