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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A rapidly-growing electric vehicle charging installer based in Stratford is hoping to double its turnover in the next six months...
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A high-tech business that has developed new techniques for freezing cells and is a spin-out from the University of Warwick...
A new digital stethoscope which could revolutionise veterinary care is about to go to market after a business support programme...
Case Studies
Explore the world of innovation and discover how Business Ready
has helped businesses transform their ideas into reality.
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Business Testimonials
“Really beneficial support with new business expansion. I enjoy working with Steve.”
“The support received has enabled me to improve my business plan/model and create a marketing plan for launch.”
“Our mentor has been excellent; whilst we linked with her to help with recruitment, she has helped improve our knowledge and skills in many other areas of the business.”
“The service has been excellent and so all round to cover a lot of areas. Amazing advice and it has helped my business tremendously.”
“The support has been of real benefit, without it, I wouldn’t have been able to invest in to new machinery. It has also opened up all sorts of other opportunities that Business Ready can support me with.”
“Our mentor has been very helpful with regards to helping start and grow the business, his input has been invaluable.”
