Investment Readiness
Services that assist you in preparing to approach investors.
Before you approach investors, Connect Midlands offer you a range of opportunities to refine the presentation of your business plan both on paper and in person.
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Assessment Panels
Present your proposition to a panel of friendly investment professionals and get immediate constructive feedback. These panels have helped to prepare even the most seasoned presenter to make a live pitch and answer investors questions. If you are serious about presenting then these sessions are highly recommended. To find out more about the next Assessment Panel, contact your regional Connect Midlands office.
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Bootcamps
Bootcamps focus on one specific area of investment readiness in detail to make sure that those who are serious about approaching an investor are fully prepared. Most recently our Bootcamps have become a finishing school for companies about to pitch for investment, helping them to understand the finer details of the agreements associated with investment.
Other topics have included intellectual property, research and development, building your management team, routes to market and more.
If you are serious about seeking investment click here to find the next Bootcamp.
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Right Funds For You
These popular seminars cover the four main areas of investment finance; venture capital, business angel finance, loans and grants. These events are suitable for those who are new to investment finance.
Click here to find the next Right Funds For You.
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One-to-one Coaching
If there is an area of your business that needs some attention before you make the move to approach investors, Connect Midlands can supply coaches or mentors from our professional network. To discuss this in more detail please contact your regional Connect Midlands office.
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Amber Workshops
These workshops give you an insight into what an investor is looking for in your business. Our network of professional partners delivers each topic and places are limited to ensure that attendees can ask specific questions and get involved. Areas of focus include an over view of equity investment, legal issues, how to present your financial projections, sales and routes to market, management team and how to present a winning pitch. Amber workshops are fully subsidised but in high demand.
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