Business Foundations: Funding & Financial Readiness

When business owners think about funding, one of the first questions they often ask is: “Where can I get funding?”

But finding funding is only one part of the process.

Before looking for funding opportunities, it is important to understand why your business needs funding, what options may be available, which options may be suitable and whether your business is ready to apply.

This practical session breaks down funding and financial readiness into simple, easy-to-understand concepts.

What you will learn

• What funding means and why a business may need it.
• Self-funded and externally funded routes.
• Different ways to fund a business.
• What funding may be suitable for your business.
• What makes a business funding-ready.
• Where to look for funding opportunities.
• How to prepare before applying.
• We will also look at the importance of having your business information, plans, finances and supporting documents organised before approaching potential funders.

What you will leave with
You will leave with a clearer understanding of the different ways a business can be funded, what you need to consider when choosing a funding route and the steps you can take to become more funding-ready.

The aim is not simply to give you a list of places to find funding. It is to help you understand what your business needs, what options may be available and what you should consider before applying.

Who is this for?
This event is designed for aspiring and early-stage business owners who want to understand funding options, explore whether funding may be appropriate for their business and learn how to prepare before seeking funding.

Ready to build stronger foundations for your business?

Book your place today.

You must be 18 years or older to attend.

About the host
Michelle Wright is a Business Consultant and founder of MWCanHelp, supporting aspiring and early-stage business owners with practical guidance, business consultations, coaching and educational events.
Connect with Michelle on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mcanhelp

What Are Others Saying
“I thoroughly enjoyed the Business Foundations event series with Michelle. She is incredibly knowledgeable and generously shares a wealth of practical insights, real-life experiences, and actionable advice throughout the programme.

Each session was engaging, inspiring, and packed with valuable information. The Q&A sessions were especially helpful, and I came away with a clear, practical blueprint for building strong business foundations that I can confidently apply to my own business.

What stood out most was Michelle’s energy, authenticity, and genuine passion for helping others succeed. Her depth of knowledge, experience, and wisdom is evident, yet she shares everything so openly, with no gatekeeping. It truly felt like she wanted everyone in the room to succeed.

I found myself eagerly looking forward to every session, constantly taking notes, and leaving each one feeling motivated and inspired. I’m so grateful to have been part of the series and would highly recommend it to anyone looking to build or grow a business with confidence."

- Irina