Free places available for speed dating with funders event

It's been described as ‘speed dating with funders.’

Owners looking to expand their business – or people planning to start their own venture – are invited to the fifth annual Finance in the South West seminar.

The event, at Exeter Racecourse, is on Wednesday February 22 from 8am to 1pm. Places are free but limited.

Organised by chartered accountants and business advisers PKF Francis Clark, more than a dozen sources of grant, debt and equity funding as well as business support agencies will be taking part.

‘Short and sharp’ presentations will allow delegates to assess which funding stream or funder best matches their requirements.

There will also be networking opportunities for owners and managers to speak to presenters on a ‘one to one’ basis or make an introduction for a follow-up meeting.

The morning will include targeted sessions depending on the business needs of delegates.

One will be aimed at start-ups/businesses which have been trading for less than two years while the other will be for those trading more than two years.

Paul Butler, a Partner at PKF Francis Clark who will be acting as event chairman, said: “This is one of our flagship events and attracts up to 200 delegates.

“It’s best described as speed dating with funders and should prove invaluable to both existing businesses and those looking to start their own venture.

“Places are limited so we would urge entrepreneurs and start-up businesses to book their places as soon as possible.”

To reserve a place, please book online at www.pkf-francisclark.co.uk/events or email devon.hawes@pkf-francisclark.co.uk