Finding the right finance can help your business manage cash flow, invest in growth and take advantage of new opportunities, but navigating the different options isn't always straightforward. This practical webinar explores a range of funding solutions, including working capital, business loans, asset finance and trade finance, and where each might fit. You'll also learn how lenders assess funding applications, why your business credit rating matters and what can strengthen or raise concerns in an application, helping you approach funding conversations with greater confidence.

You'll Take Away

• An understanding of the different types of business funding available.
• Guidance on matching funding options to your business needs.
• Insight into how lenders assess funding applications.
• A better understanding of business credit ratings and why they matter.
• Practical ways to strengthen your chances of a successful funding application.

Meet the Speaker

Julie Mole is Director for Access to Finance at Bishop Fleming, with more than three decades of experience in commercial banking and finance. She specialises in helping SMEs understand the funding process and access financial solutions suited to their circumstances, providing practical advice to support sustainable business growth.

Book Your Place

Book your free place today and gain a clearer understanding of your funding options, what lenders look for and how to strengthen your application.

Part of Business Academy

This event is part of Business Academy's programme of free expert-led webinars and on-demand learning designed to help businesses start, grow and develop new skills. From digital marketing and innovation to exporting and business growth, Business Academy connects you with practical advice from industry experts. More than 30,000 businesses across the UK have already benefited from its training and support.