Start-up and Scale-up Opportunities, Founder Events & More
Fearless Adventures
We invest in and support entrepreneur-led businesses with our expertise in growth strategy and building teams.
This week, we're sharing a range of incredible opportunities for start-ups, from government grants and competitions to must-attend events for founders. This edition is filled with valuable insights, and as always, we'll be spotlighting a small business that's caught our eye.
Let's get stuck in!
Start-up and Scale-up Opportunities
Manchester Digital Start-Up Activator
We've discovered some fantastic funding opportunities to share with you this week! Kicking things off, we have an exciting opportunity for all early-stage and future tech entrepreneurs based in Greater Manchester.
@ManchesterDigital is offering fully funded support through the Startup Activator. If you have a tech startup idea or a new business, these Roadshows are a must-attend!
Learn more about their upcoming cohort programme that could provide the insights you need to grow your startup. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity!
GOV UK Innovation Funding competitions
There are also several innovation funding competitions open on the GOV.uk website for UK-based Start-up businesses. One of the funding opportunities that caught our eye this week, was Innovate UK innovation loans future economy: Round 16
Innovate UK is offering up to ￡25 million in loans to micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Your project must lead to innovative new products, processes, or services to be eligible:
Apply soon if you are interested in any great opportunities, as closing dates for some schemes are as early as August 28th!?
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PwC Scale-up Programmes
Lastly, we have PwC's Scale-up programs. If you're a B2B tech company with a product ready for market and aiming to accelerate your growth, these programs are to be considered. PwC's 10-week Scale-up programs are designed to fuel your business expansion by leveraging their extensive resources, industry connections, and deep insights.?
Pwc’s scaleup programme applications are open now. Visit their website to see what other startups have achieved!
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Founder Events
'Financial Planning For Your Business Start-Up' Workshop - 28th August 2024
Delivered by the Business Support Service at Liverpool City Council, this workshop is designed to provide you with a foundational understanding of the business planning process. You'll learn about essential topics such as start-up costs, applying for business loans, personal survival budgets, and cash flow forecasting.
* Please note this workshop is for Liverpool residents looking to start a business, or early-stage businesses based in Liverpool who have been trading for under 12 months.
Fintech Conference Manchester - 19th September 2024
Fintech Conference brings together fintech and finance experts, leading brands and other businesses that serve the sector from across the North West for an afternoon of insightful keynote sessions, panel discussions and networking opportunities.
Whether you're a financial expert, innovator or entrepreneur, this is your opportunity to gain some brilliant financial insights ??
These events offer an excellent opportunity to expand your network while enhancing your knowledge and skills. Stay tuned and we’ll keep you updated on our top recommendations for upcoming founder-focused events next week!
Small Business Spotlight
Introducing our spotlight of the week, Vise Reversa.
Founded in 2019 by Arthur Mitroulas and Peter Tighe, Vice Reversa brings together over 50 years of combined experience in the beauty industry, with expertise honed through work with leading brands like Kerastase, Redken, and ghd.
Based in London, Vice Reversa is the first MicroMask brand to create revolutionary at-home targeted skincare solutions utilising revolutionary MicroCrystal Technology to fill the gap between traditional skincare and invasive salon treatments – with zero recovery time.
Check out Vice Reversa?here.