Raising Finance for Business

In these harsh economic times, raising finance is becoming more difficult. Having the right finance can often mean the difference between success and failure.

Business Link Northwest has an Access to Finance Support Service which can help you.

They can help you:

• Access suitable finance options
• Identify where finance and investments may be available and those appropriate for your business
• Develop your business plan to approach lenders
• Pitch to potential investors, coaching and mentoring
• Support at meetings with lenders and investors

You can visit their website on www.a2fnw.co.uk or call them on 0845 0066888.

Their funding structure enables them to provide their services free of charge to small to medium size businesses based in the North West.

A2F run free Investment Ready workshops and may also be able to help you access alternative finance options such as:

• North West Business Angels
• The North West Fund
• Small Loans for Businesses
• The Social Enterprise Loan Fund
• Enterprise Finance Guarantee

Depending on satisfaction of eligibility criteria.