Funding Growth for Music SMEs: An Introduction to the British Business Bank

Schedule

Tue Apr 21 2026 at 01:00 pm to 03:00 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Royal Armouries Museum | Leeds, EN

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Join WYMN Commercial Development Group and the British Business Bank to learn how music SMEs can access funding, finance and support to grow
About this Event

What do West Yorkshire’s music SMEs need to develop and thrive?

Join West Yorkshire Music Network for a panel discussion and Q&A with Cat Smith, Senior Manager for Yorkshire & Humber at the British Business Bank, followed by informal networking.

The British Business Bank supports small and medium-sized UK businesses by improving access to finance, offering funding programmes, and sharing practical guidance on raising investment.

The WYMN Commercial Development Group is being established to represent the region’s music businesses and improve access to finance. This session will explore the types of funding available, best practice when fundraising, and how music businesses can prepare for growth. Designed for music professionals, creatives and SMEs at all stages.


What are SMEs?
Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) are independent businesses, typically with fewer than 250 employees and defined by specific, lower turnover.
If you are unsure if this event is for you, please email any questions to [email protected]


Agenda

🕑: 01:00 PM
Arrival (Tea & Coffee)
🕑: 01:15 PM
Panel discussion & Overview

Info: • Introduction to the British Business Bank
• Types of funding available
• Fundraising best practice for SMEs


🕑: 01:45 PM
Audience Q&A
🕑: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Networking
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Where is it happening?

Royal Armouries Museum, Armouries Drive, Leeds, United Kingdom

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