The Angel's Share - Funding for Growth

Unlock the funding you need to grow your Perth & Kinross business in 2026.

Are you ready to scale up but not sure how to finance your next stage of growth?

Whether you’re exploring equity investment or looking for the right loan product, this session will help you understand your options and start real funding conversations.

Join us for The Angel’s Share – Funding for Growth, a practical event designed for ambitious Perth & Kinross businesses.

You’ll hear from funding experts covering both equity and debt finance:

•The Angel’s Share – Equity funding

•Maven Capital Partners – Equity funding

•The FSE Group – Debt funding

•DSL Business Finance – Debt funding

What to expect:

•A clear overview of the main funding routes available to growth businesses

•Insight on which products suit different stages of growth

•Real examples of how businesses have used funding to scale

•Practical tips on how to get “investor ready”

Finlay Kerr, who delivers The Angel’s Share programme on behalf of Perth & Kinross Council, will talk you through alternative sources of business finance before introducing fund managers from the Investment Fund for Scotland (British Business Bank) and other partners.

You’ll also get the chance to:

•Ask questions directly to each fund manager

•Have 1-to-1 conversations and explore your eligibility

•Start building relationships that could help fuel your growth in 2026 and beyond

Places are limited to ensure good networking and access to the funders, so early booking is recommended.

Agenda:

10am - 10.30am Registration & Networking

10.30am – 10.50am - The Angel’s Share – Equity funding

10.50am – 11.10am - Maven Capital Partners – Equity funding

11.10am – 11.30am - The FSE Group – Debt funding

11.30am – 11.50am - DSL Business Finance – Debt funding

11.50am – 12pm - Q&A

12pm - 12.30pm - Networking / 1-2-1

12.30pm - Close

Why this event matters

· Learn about smart capital and meaningful investment. The majority of funding for UK start-ups and growing firms now comes from a mix of business angels and traditional debt. Understanding this funding eco-system will allow you to make strategic decisions as you move into your next growth period.

· Speed and flexibility. From early bootstrapping to reinvesting profits, borrowing from family and friends, and looking to crowd funding, raising capital can take time. By speeding this process up, encouraging businesses to access angel investment earlier, companies could grow quicker and more sustainably, without the need for less appealing strategies such as salary sacrifice.

· Expert guidance and mentoring. Alongside capital, many angels offer active mentoring, helping you avoid common pitfalls, refine strategy, scale operations, attract talent or secure follow-on funding. As well as this, they have a genuine commitment to your growth.

· A chance to raise visibility and build valuable connections. Attending funding-focused events gives you direct access to a community of angel investors, financiers, advisors and other growth-minded businesses allowing you to build a powerful network of contacts as you move your ambitions forward.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Wasps Perth Creative Exchange, Stormont Street, Perth, United Kingdom

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