Access to Finance
Helping to prepare your investment readiness, and identifying appropriate funding routes, including equity, debt, crowdfunding and grants.
Accessing the Right Finance for Growth
Growing businesses often need access to funding to move their plans for expansion forward. This can include:
- Grant funding
- Debt finance
- Equity investments
With over 30 years’ experience supporting SMEs, the University of Warwick Science Park offers a uniquely broad spectrum of support – including operation of Minerva Business Angel Network – the region’s only business-angel network. That means you get access to proven expertise and a wide network of funding opportunities.
Getting your Business Ready for Investment
Once your growth plans are in place, our advisers and mentors work with you to ensure you are fully prepared for investment. We help you:
- Refine your business plan and financial projections
- Understand which type of finance best fits your needs
- Strengthen your pitch and investor readiness
- Navigate the process of applying for grants, loans or equity
Business Grants, Loans and Finance
There are a number of different grants, loans and finance options available to businesses in the Coventry & Warwickshire area. To find out more, please visit the finance website of our partners in Warwickshire County Council.
Let’s Get Started
Ready to grow your business with expert support?
To find out more please get in touch.
More support we offer
Support with market assessment, competitor analysis, market research & viability evaluation.
Hands-on support to connect companies with universities and their specialised knowledge resources, while also upskilling business owners in business-critical disciplines.
Providing incubation space for start-up and early-stage businesses/ventures looking for supportive mentoring and access to like-minded entrepreneurs.
Keeping you informed
Stay up to date with the latest news, insights, and developments from the University of Warwick Science Park and Business Ready.
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Case Studies
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Business Testimonials
“Good sound advice and support on a range of strategic business and marketing topics from Business Ready.”
“The support received has enabled me to improve my business plan/model and create a marketing plan for launch.”
“Very useful for changing the business direction and areas to focus on, as well as digital marketing strategies.”
“Fantastic, hopefully we can continue with some more support from the Business Ready team!”
“Our mentors have been invaluable in guiding us through the grant process and in the wider sense improving our business. Thank you!”
“Our mentors assistance has given us a great start to our strategic development plan.”
