Are you looking for funding to support your business but not sure where to start?
From investment options to loans and grants, we make business finance easy to understand and can direct you towards the right support to help you achieve your goals. And, when you’re ready, we’ll give you the tools and guidance needed to secure the funding.
Our dedicated finance specialists have in-depth knowledge of a wide range of public and private sector funding opportunities. After fully understanding and assessing your financial needs, we identify the most relevant sources, help get you investment ready – including pitch and presentation development – make introductions, and assist in discussions with potential investors. And we can also provide one-to-one assistance in the development of business plans and financial forecasts.
Whether it’s a private investor, business angel network, venture capitalist, or public or private sector funder, we guide you through the confusion, by increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of your fundraising process.
Whatever your business, we’re here for you.
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Ian S Dixon leads the Access to Finance team and is a Chartered Accountant with deep SME finance expertise. He helps businesses secure funding and investment, particularly equity fundraising, advising on eligibility, investor expectations, and the practical process of raising finance.
Mark Renshaw supports businesses across a range of funding and growth-related areas, working with them to strengthen their approach and explore suitable financing options tailored to their individual needs.
With over 20 years of experience in commercial and corporate finance, Cassim Patel works with businesses to explore both debt and equity options, helping them identify the most suitable route based on their goals, financial position and stage of growth.
Shahin Chowdhury helps businesses facing financial challenges or planning for growth build investment readiness. With over ten years of experience in financial and social enterprise advisory, he supports business planning, cash flow forecasting, and pitch development to help secure funding and inform decision-making.
Adam Clayton works closely with businesses to strengthen their investment readiness, helping them prepare for funding conversations and position their business more effectively with lenders and investors.
John Paulson works closely with SMEs to raise finance and shape their growth plans. With a background in commercial banking, he has supported a wide range of businesses, enabling him to connect funding decisions with wider business strategy and ensure finance supports long-term growth.
Geoff Longden supports businesses in navigating the funding landscape, drawing on over 20 years of experience across both high street banks and alternative finance providers. This enables him to help businesses identify suitable options and guide them through the process with greater clarity.
Heather Waters works closely with partners and networks to connect businesses with the right opportunities alongside their funding support. Her experience spans over 30 years in B2B, with a strong understanding of the regional and national business support ecosystem.
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Yes - we can guide you on the finance options that might be a good fit for your venture, from gathering investment to cover early day expenses, to having the funds in place to make the business a success.
If you’ve tried to get support from traditional lenders and been turned away, don’t worry. There are lots of sources of financial support available to help you achieve your goals and kick-start growth. Our finance specialists can support you in developing business plans and financial forecasts to increase your chances of success.
Yes – we have expert knowledge of all funding channels and, with vast experience of working with business of all sizes from all sectors, are uniquely placed to signpost and introduce you to appropriate finance providers, whatever your goal – from investing in stock and equipment, to recruiting more employees or buying new premises.
Get in touch. We can help your business to become investment-ready and identify the most relevant sources of funding. We’re able to assist with business plans, forecasts, elevator pitch and presentation development, and discussions with potential investors.
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