Money talks: financing your innovation

Looking to fund your next big idea? Our session is designed to help you better understand the funding landscape and how to access the right support for growth.

We're bringing together founders, experts, and industry partners to explore practical approaches to financing innovation, alongside opportunities to connect with Manchester’s thriving entrepreneurial community.

What to expect:

• Informal networking with entrepreneurs, innovators, and support organisations
• A welcome and introduction from the Centre for Enterprise
• A keynote presentation from Professor Jennie Shorley
• A panel discussion featuring experts sharing insights on funding and innovation
• A real-world case study highlighting how businesses successfully secure and use funding

Our speaker: Professor Jennie Shorley

Professor Jennie Shorley is the Academic Director, Centre for Enterprise at Manchester Metropolitan University.

A strategic leader in innovation, knowledge exchange and business engagement, Jennie has designed and secured over £40 million in funding for transformative programmes that support SMEs locally, nationally and internationally.

Under her leadership, the Centre for Enterprise has supported more than 3,000 businesses since 2012 and attracted over £48 million in external funding. The Centre’s work focuses on translating academic research into practical action, with a strong emphasis on innovation, leadership and growth.

In collaboration with NatWest Accelerator

We're delivering this event in collaboration with NatWest Accelerator. It's an opportunity to gain insights, ask questions, and discover pathways to support your innovation journey.

For more entrepreneur support and events – download the NatWest Accelerator app and join the Manchester community.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

NatWest Accelerator Manchester, Spinningfields Square, Manchester, United Kingdom

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