Well, let’s get it out of the way...There’s no such thing as free money!  

Any money you get, be it grant or investment, comes with strings attached. And sometimes those strings can tie your business down.  

There’s no denying that having access to capital can make things easier, it can also just make it FEEL easier. If you’re not using that capital correctly, then it’s going to go to waste.  

Money is only 50% of the solution. Smart money is more important, you need the money plus something else. And we are that something else.  

Don't think of it as free access but think in terms of what the Access to Finance service provides- the level of experience, skills and knowledge. Collectively, my colleagues and I have over 200 years of experience in the finance and fundraising marketplace.  

Business Growth Hub | South City Studios hits the high notes thanks to A2F support 

Before you get investment, you need to get investment ready – think about it like training for an ultra-marathon. Any sane person wouldn’t just show up and give it a go.  

Often the decision as to whether to take on board investment and funding is as much about who the funding is coming from – are your expectations aligned... do you even know what to expect?  

Smart money is about the experience, the skills, the knowledge you get with it. As well as the contacts that that funding opportunity can also bring to your business. 

If it feels impossible, it can be a sign you’re not ready yet. Investors and funders, especially in the North, are cautious – they don’t just dish out money to anyone. But we can help you get there.  

What you get with GM Business Growth Hub is experience and expertise. And then you can decide what to do next. Together, we can achieve more.  

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