Helen and Matt, the husband-and-wife team behind Composty, are proving that eco-friendly innovation and business growth can go hand-in-hand. The business creates plastic-free, compostable sponges and cloths.
We’re here to help you access the finance your business needs
Our team of experts provide one-to-one coaching tailored to your unique funding journey. We go beyond mundane seminars to offer a dynamic, personalised experience.
We can help your business thrive financially and make sense of cash flow forecasts and profit and loss statements without the stress. With us, finance becomes clear, manageable, and a catalyst for your success.
Funded by West Midlands Combined Authority and delivered by Oxford Innovation Advice, the Investment Readiness Programme leverages over 30 years of experience supporting businesses like yours. We assist both new and established companies, as well as high-growth businesses seeking investment.
This programme is fully funded and requires no financial commitment from you – just your time and energy. In return, you’ll receive comprehensive support and be connected with specialists who actively engage in your business to achieve financial fitness. We don’t just present information; we roll up our sleeves and work alongside you.
Since November 2023
Includes comprehensive support through various formats. We offer two-day workshops for businesses to participate to get a firm grip on the fundamentals of business finance. Additionally, we provide sector-specific cohorts to work through industry specific barriers to finance. We also have the Founders Collective, a funding accelerator for ambitious businesses looking to take on finance in order to grow and scale their business.
For businesses working actively on a raise, we provide continued one-on-one guidance beyond these workshops to give them every chance of success.
The Investment Readiness Programme is for businesses who are ready for investment or for those who are looking to scale and grow.
Once you register your interest, one of our business finance specialists will be in touch to assess where your business is at and what your next steps are.
Throughout the year we also offer a variety of sector-specific workshops including sessions for manufacturing, early years, tech, and many more.
Founders’ Collective empowers entrepreneurs with the tools and knowledge for successful fundraising, ensuring you’re prepared with essential documentation and robust business structures to meet investors’ standards.
