Name: Fund Your Business Your Way: Founder’s Guide to Debt
Start: 2026-05-19T09:30:00+01:00
End: 2026-05-19T13:30:00+01:00
Location: Edinburgh Royal Bank Accelerator

$Fund Your Business Your Way: Founder\u2019s Guide to Debt$

This workshop helps you understand how debt funding works and when it is the right choice for your business
About this Event

📝 Description:

This is the third workshop of our Funding Accelerator. It helps you understand how debt funding works and when it is the right choice for your business. You will explore different types of debt, learn what lenders look for, and understand how borrowing can support growth when used strategically. It focuses on building confidence by giving you the knowledge, tools, and clarity you need to decide whether debt is suitable for your business at this stage.

Funding Accelerator programme is a 12‑week journey consisting of 6 expert‑led workshops. You may attend the full programme or join individual workshops depending on your needs. The programme supports founders to match their growth ambitions with the right funding approach by providing structured learning, practical tools, and real examples.

📚 What to expect:

An introduction to debt funding and the different types available to founders.
A breakdown of what lenders assess when reviewing applications.
Practical exercises that help you understand how much debt you need and why you need it.
Real founder stories showing how others have used debt strategically to support growth.
An Action Lab exploring your debt readiness and the steps you can take to become a fundable business.

👥 Why attend:

Understand how debt funding can support your growth without giving up ownership.
Gain clarity on lender expectations and how to prepare your business for borrowing.
Learn how to assess the risks and benefits of different debt options.
Build confidence in deciding whether debt is the right route for your business.
Leave with practical actions that strengthen your financial readiness and support your long‑term goals.

🗣️ Our guest speaker:

TBC

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