Grants made simple: Finding the right funding for your business 

Date: Wednesday 10 December 

Time: 10:00 - 11:00

Location: Online

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Grants aren’t just for academics or cutting-edge tech - they can unlock opportunities for businesses of all sizes and sectors. Whether you’re developing a new product or service, or scaling up existing solutions, public funding can help you move forward at every stage of the Technology Readiness Level (TRL) journey.

A strong grant strategy is about aligning your business goals with the right funding streams to support your ambitions. Public funding doesn’t just provide financial backing, it helps de-risk innovation and complements private investment, giving you greater control over your ownership structure.

You’ll learn how to assess your organisation’s grant readiness and discover approaches to secure funding that works for you.

What you'll learn:

• How to identify the right grants for your business - across different industries and stages of development.
• Understanding Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) and why they matter for funding eligibility.
• Building a grant strategy that aligns with your company’s goals and growth plans.
• Demystifying the application process - practical steps to make your submissions stronger.
• Assessing organisational grant readiness - what funders look for and how to prepare.
• How public funding complements private investment and helps you retain control of your business.

Who should attend:

• Business owners and founders in the West Midlands looking to scale or innovate.
• Product and service development teams seeking funding support
• Finance and strategy professionals exploring public funding options.
• Anyone interested in understanding how grants can complement private investment.

This event is FREE to attend. It is funded and hosted by Business Growth West Midlands.