Fund Your Business Your Way: Founder’s Guide to Debt

Schedule

Tue May 19 2026 at 09:30 am to 01:00 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Natwest Accelerator Manchester Hub | Manchester, EN

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Demystify debt funding and learn how to fund your business without giving up equity.
About this Event

📝 Description:​

This is the third workshop of our Funding Accelerator. It helps you understand how debt funding works and when it is the right choice for your business. You will explore different types of debt, learn what lenders look for, and understand how borrowing can support growth when used strategically. It focuses on building confidence by giving you the knowledge, tools, and clarity you need to decide whether debt is suitable for your business at this stage.​

Funding Accelerator programme is a 12‑week journey consisting of 6 expert‑led workshops. You may attend the full programme or join individual workshops depending on your needs. The programme supports founders to match their growth ambitions with the right funding approach by providing structured learning, practical tools, and real examples.​

📚 What to expect:​

  • An introduction to debt funding and the different types available to founders.​
  • A breakdown of what lenders assess when reviewing applications.​
  • Practical exercises that help you understand how much debt you need and why you need it.​
  • Real founder stories showing how others have used debt strategically to support growth.​
  • An Action Lab exploring your debt readiness and the steps you can take to become a fundable business.​

👥 Why attend:​

  • Understand how debt funding can support your growth without giving up ownership.​
  • Gain clarity on lender expectations and how to prepare your business for borrowing.​
  • Learn how to assess the risks and benefits of different debt options.​
  • Build confidence in deciding whether debt is the right route for your business.​
  • Leave with practical actions that strengthen your financial readiness and support your long‑term goals.​

🗣️ Our guest speaker:​

Hear real stories from founders and experts who’ve navigated the funding journey—what worked, what didn’t, and what they’ve learnt.

📲 Download our Accelerator app to get the most out of your journey:​

Power your progress by joining your Accelerator groups, accessing resources, and staying connected to your community, all in one place.​

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Agenda

🕑: 09:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Coffee & Connect - welcome & network
🕑: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Founder’s Guide to Debt workshop
🕑: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Action Lab - Time to work on your learnings
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Where is it happening?

Natwest Accelerator Manchester Hub, 1 Spinningfields Square, Manchester, United Kingdom

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