Leicestershire Innovation Festival 2025: Finance Opportunities for Innovative Businesses

Looking to secure funding to scale your business? Join us for an essential session on the finance opportunities available through British Business Bank and Innovate UK—designed to help innovative businesses like yours access the capital needed for growth.

Why Attend?

Discover funding options tailored for startups and scaling businesses in Leicester and Leicestershire.
Gain expert insights on how to successfully navigate the application process and secure investment.
Connect directly with key funding providers and get your questions answered in interactive panel sessions.

Who Should Attend?

Entrepreneurs, founders, and business advisers looking to fund and grow innovative ventures in Leicester and Leicestershire.

What to Expect:

Detailed insights into finance opportunities from the British Business Bank, Innovate UK, and other providers.
Practical guidance on preparing winning funding applications.
Valuable networking with funding experts and fellow innovators.

Agenda.

* 1.30pm for a 2.00pm start – light refreshments available at 1.30pm for networking
* 2.00pm – introduction to the session
* 2.05pm to 2.20pm – presentation by British Business Bank on finance opportunities
* 2.20pm to 2.35pm – presentation by Innovate UK on finance opportunities
* 2.35pm to 3.05pm – panel hosted by Innovate UK
* 3.05pm to 3.35pm – panel hosted by British Business Bank
* 3.35pm to 4.00pm – Q&A session bringing back some of the panellists
* 4.00pm for a 4.30pm finish – light refreshments available at 4.00pm for networking