The Business Exchange Bath & Somerset Issue 13: Autumn 2019 | Page 13

The Funding Academy by Shaw & Co We are inviting a small group of hand-picked ambitious entrepreneurs to join a fully funded, four-month series of hands-on workshops and tailored one-to-one support. Designed to get your business investment ready and stand out from the crowd, the Academy comprises: 5 workshops expertly designed to cover all aspects of your business plan, investment proposition, financial model, investment deck and pitch practice. Input from industry experts, investors and your peers to help you develop your funding proposition When Applications are now open for our next cohort starting in January 2020 Time commitments • 5 one-day classroom sessions over four months • 1-2-1 bespoke support between workshops Entry requirements • Ambitious, fast growing, seeking investment. • You should be on track to reach £1m of run-rate revenue by the end of the programme and seeking upwards of £1m of investment. In a crowded market, a compelling, well-articulated business proposition business gets the attention and investment it deserves. How do I apply Simply send your pitch deck or a business summary (including summary [email protected]. or call Jane Lamper on 07748 838 111 Practical one-to-one support between workshops The best news of all is that the Funding Academy is free to participants, with the programme being fully supported by Shaw & Co. Successful Academy graduates will be offered the opportunity to work with us further and launch their investment opportunity on our private investment platform and pitch to our investor network. At this stage, standard fees would apply. About Shaw & Co We are a boutique Corporate Finance firm that helps ambitious businesses to grow, to fund that growth and then to ultimately exit. As a ScaleUp ourselves we understand and are excited by the challenges and opportunities that present themselves to ambitious businesses. www.shawllp.co.uk A ‘green shoots’ workplace law practice We’re supporting business start-ups through to established prominent employers. Our expertise in employment law supports growth, stability and employee well-being at work. Why instruct us? • A broad, yet detailed vision of workplace issues and relations - we are true experts • Support from an experienced employment lawyer • Access to our expertise outside office hours • No charge for initial consultation - our fees are also reasonable 4 Queen Street Bath, BA1 1HE • 24/7 access to information about your case 01225 904689 • Strength when you need it, and formidable disputes experience to protect you • Employment Lawyers www.gryphonblack.com [email protected] No ivory towers - just a different set of values to benefit clients Also at Chancery Lane (London), Canary Wharf (London), Windsor, Cheltenham, Exeter THE BUSINESS EXCHANGE 2019 13