Workshop

Event description

Making a finance application can be a daunting process, especially if you haven’t done it before.

There are many lenders out there, each with a different set of requirements and eligibility criteria.

During this webinar, our Business Managers Nicola and Jordan will explore how you can best prepare for a successful business loan application.

Please note, this workshop will be held online via Zoom. Join our experts from the comfort of your own home, while receiving completely tailored support for your business.

What will I Learn

• How to define your need for funding.
• Calculating what is affordable.
• What information you’ll need to gather before you apply.
• How your application will be judged.
• What you can expect from the application process.

Who should attend?

SME Business owners.

About the speaker

Nicola Mapp , SWIG Finance Ltd

Nicola joined SWIG as a Business Manager in 2019 and was promoted to Senior Business Manager in 2021 where she now leads a team of 4. Nicola has worked in financial services for almost 20 years, having begun her career at the Bank of Ireland, and having continued her career working for The Co-Operative Bank and Triodos.

Jordan Berg , SWIG Finance Ltd

Jordan has been Business Manager at SWIG since 2020. Before that, he spent 8 years at Barclays Bank, latterly as Small Business Development Manager in Bristol. Jordan has a LIBF Diploma in Business and Commercial Banking & Conduct.

Location

Gloucestershire College, Cheltenham Campus, Princess Elizabeth Way Cheltenham Gloucestershire GL51 7SJ

Event organised by

Cheltenham Growth Hub

The Cheltenham Growth Hub is currently based at Hub 8 in the Cheltenham Brewery. Partnered with both the Cheltenham Borough Council and Workshop Ltd, The Cheltenham Growth Hub is here to help every Gloucestershire business grow.

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