Discover the funding opportunities that could help your business grow.

TALKING BUSINESS LIVE: Funding for Business

Looking for funding to start, grow or strengthen your business?

Bexley Business and Employment (BBE) and CNT Associates are joining forces to bring local businesses this informative Funding for Business event, bringing together expert speakers who will share practical advice, guidance and support to help businesses access finance, understand their finances and discover funding opportunities.

Our event sponsors and guest speakers will share their expertise, insights and practical advice on accessing finance, applying for funding, managing business finances and finding available support.

Date: Wednesday 23 September

Time: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

Venue: The Engine House Bexley, 2 Veridion Way, Erith, DA18 4AL

Light refreshments will be provided.

Meet our event sponsors and guest speakers

Allica Bank:

Learn how SMEs can identify and apply for the right funding, with practical advice on preparing a successful loan application. Discover how Allica Bank supports local SME’s with banking and finance.

Business banking how it used to be. Just better. Allica is a bank built solely to meet the needs of established businesses with 5-250 employees and transform how they manage their money.

Greenwich & Bexley Credit Union:

Find out how the Credit Union can support local businesses through financial products, including personal loans and the proposed Community Development Fund

Greenwich & Bexley Credit Union is a local not-for-profit financial co-operative owned by its members. Members’ savings are pooled to create a shared fund, enabling the organisation to provide affordable loans to the local community. Any surplus generated is either reinvested into the business or returned to members as a dividend on their savings.

The organisation supports members of the local community by helping them save and borrow safely and affordably, while providing an alternative to high-cost lenders and helping people avoid the risks associated with loan sharks.

DJH Bexley:

Gain a better understanding of the numbers that really matter to your business and how to use them to make better decisions. Learn how better financial insight and expert advice at the right time can help you avoid costly mistakes and support the future growth of your business.

DJH Bexley (formerly McBrides), is part of a Top 40 UK accountancy and business advisory group, providing expert accountancy, audit, tax and specialist business advisory services to businesses across the South East. They combine local relationships with national expertise.

CNT Associates

Discover how to find and apply for grant funding, with practical guidance on improving your chances of securing funding for your business.

BBE (Bexley Business and Employment)

Learn how the Council’s BBE team can keep you informed about the latest funding opportunities and other support.

Who should attend?

This event is ideal for:

· Small and medium-sized businesses

· Start-ups

· Entrepreneurs

· Businesses looking to grow or secure funding

Whether you're looking for finance, grants or expert financial guidance, this event will provide practical advice, useful contacts and the knowledge to help your business thrive.

There will also be an opportunity to network with fellow local businesses, meet our sponsors and speakers, and build valuable connections during the networking session at the end of the event.

Places are limited – book your place today!

Please Note: Registration details will be shared with the London Borough of Bexley (Bexley Business & Employment) for event administration, attendee management, and follow-up purposes only. Your information will not be shared with any other third parties.

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