A hands-on learning series to unlock equity, debt, and growth funding opportunities.

Funding for Growth:
A hands-on learning series to unlock equity, debt, and growth funding opportunities
Whether you're preparing to raise investment or exploring the right funding mix for your stage of growth, this workshop series is designed to equip early-stage founders and entrepreneurs with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to move forward. Delivered by our GM Business Growth Hub advisors, along with our partners, industry professionals and funding experts, each session focuses on a different part of the funding journey — from strategy and investor readiness to pitch delivery and financial planning. The advantage is you can attend the sessions most relevant to your business stage or follow the full journey from strategy to pitch – the decision is yours.
Workshop line-up:
- Learn the full equity funding process
- Explore fundraising strategy
- Access fundraising tools and templates
- Understand what makes a compelling pitch deck
- Learn how to tell your business story with clarity
- Build investor-ready presentations
- Discover which debt products suit your business stage
- Understand application processes and lender expectations
- Evaluate risks and benefits of different funding routes
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- Gain confidence in presenting your business financials
- Learn what funders look for in forecasts
- Build a solid, credible financial plan
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- Practice your pitch in a supportive setting
- Receive feedback from experienced investors
- Refine your delivery for real-world investment meetings
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Each session is packed with expert insight, hands-on support, and actionable takeaways.
Places are limited—register today to secure your spot and get investment-ready.
As this workshop is fully-funded, businesses are subject to funders' eligibility criteria. If your place is confirmed, you will receive an email from us with further details.
- Greater Manchester business only.
- Micro business, small and medium-sized enterprise, or large business.
- Social enterprises where these engage in economic activity.
Your place on the workshop is not automatically confirmed and you will receive an email from BGHworkshops@growthco.uk once it is.
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Videography and photography might take place during this workshop.
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