22/10/2026
Funding Your Business Idea Workshop
Thursday 5th November 9.45am - 1pm
Ashton Library and Information Centre
If your small business, start-up business or CIC has needed a cash injection to move it to the next level, then you need to attend this workshop to see what financial resources are available to you and your business type, and how you can apply for them successfully.
Explore the three main types of funding available to UK businesses — grants, debt and equity. Helping you navigate the complex landscape of financial business support.
• What grants, debt and equity funding are and how they differ
• The pros and cons of each funding type
• Real examples of funding sources and when to use them
• A hands-on exercise to assess what funding might suit your business
Gain clarity on funding options, understand what funders look for, and leave with a tailored view of the most suitable route forward.
Presented by Daniel Ponting with over 20 years of experience working as a business advisor across the public and private sector, specialising in helping businesses of all sizes from start-ups to multinational corporations to achieve their goals.
To be eligible to attend this workshop you must either own a small business OR are thinking of starting a business or have a business idea you want to develop.
You or your business also needs to have a postcode within one of the following Greater Manchester authorities: Bolton, Bury, Oldham, Manchester, Rochdale, Salford, Stockport, Tameside, Trafford or Wigan.
To book a free place at the workshop https://www.eventbrite.com/e/funding-your-business-idea-grants-debt-or-equity-tickets-1993925342374?aff=odcleoeventsincollection
