The benefits of Venture capital with Midven...

AMBITIOUS West Midlands businesses seeking funding for growth are being invited to a free two-day investment readiness workshop. Venture capital firm, Midven, part of the Future Planet Capital Group, is partnering with a range of experts over two days in November to equip companies with everything they need to raise investment.

The sessions will take place on November 17 and 22 at the Denise Coates Building, at Keele University. Across the two days, attendees will have access to a wealth of knowledge from experts in their fields, across the investment, legal, accountancy, and marketing sectors.

As well as picking up a host of practical tips, companies will also be able to practice their pitching in front of a panel of at the end of the second day. Giovanni Finocchio, investment director at Midven, said: “For entrepreneurs to have this opportunity to hear from and engage with a cohort of investment professionals is invaluable.

Often the first time business owners get to do so, is when they are pitching to investors, and this can be too late. So, to take part in such an event is invaluable to all entrepreneurs considering investment.” Attendees can also hear from a range of speakers including Baljinder Kuller, founding director of The Supply Register, whose company has received two rounds of investments since attending a previous workshop.

Baljinder said: “We’re a living, breathing example of the benefits of venture capital. Working with Midven, we have access to industry experts in a wide range of fields.

“I’d encourage anyone who is looking to move their business to the next level to attend. There’s nothing like first-hand experience from people who have been through the process.” Midven has more than 30 years of experience supporting growing businesses in the West Midlands.

The company has invested over £60 million into SMES in the region and has raised £200 million co-investment into their portfolio.

To secure a place, register for the free event by searching “investment readiness workshop” on Eventbrite.