Funding Advisory Service Workshop to Support Irish SMEs in Securing Growth Finance
Established companies across Ireland seeking to scale their operations and secure new sources of finance are invited to attend the upcoming Funding Advisory Service Workshop, delivered by Grant Thornton on behalf of InterTradeIreland.
Designed specifically for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) pursuing growth opportunities, the Funding Advisory Service provides practical guidance on identifying and accessing both traditional and alternative funding options. The workshop will offer attendees a comprehensive overview of the current funding landscape, highlighting active funders and outlining the diverse financing solutions available in today’s market.
Participants will gain valuable insights into how funding providers assess applications and make investment decisions, including discussions on the types of SMEs that have successfully secured funding. The session will also provide actionable advice on how businesses can position themselves effectively to become investment-ready and improve their chances of fundraising success.
A special fireside chat will feature entrepreneur Derek Butler, Founder and Executive Chairman of GRID Finance, who will share his experience and perspectives on raising finance and supporting SME growth.
Registration will open at 8:30am, with tea, coffee, and refreshments available. The workshop will officially commence at 9:00am.
In addition to expert-led presentations, the event will include interactive discussions and networking opportunities, allowing attendees to share their experiences and engage directly with funding providers.
SMEs interested in exploring new funding pathways and accelerating their growth are encouraged to register at:
https://intertradeireland.com/events/funding-advisory-service-workshop-dublin-2
Date: Wednesday 11 March
Time: 8.30am - 11.00am
Location: The Mobius, Grant Thornton, Dublin 2
Price: Free
Are you an established company in Ireland seeking to grow your business and in need of funding?
Our Funding Advisory Service is aimed at SMEs who are looking for new or alternative sources of funding to finance business growth.
This session delivered by Grant Thornton on behalf of InterTradeIreland will give you the opportunity to find out about the main sources of funding for growth suitable for your business and will include information on both traditional bank funding and the newer types of funding that are now available in the market. You will hear directly from experts in the local market about how you can succeed in your fundraising process.
Registration, along with tea, coffee, and refreshments, will be available from 8:30am. The event will officially begin at 9:00am.
Workshop content:
- Overview of the current funding landscape including active funders;
- How providers of funding make their funding decisions and discussions around the types of SMEs they have funded;
- Advice on how to make your business ready for funding.
- Fireside chat with entrepreneur: Derek Butler, Founder and Executive Chairman, GRID Finance
We also look forward to hearing your thoughts about funding and your experiences through an interactive discussion and networking opportunities after the presentations, including the opportunity to speak directly to funders.
Register today: https://intertradeireland.com/events/funding-advisory-service-workshop-dublin-2