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Applications for Cohort 3 of the i.d.e.a. Fund program are now open! With funding from the Government of Canada, through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario | Agence fédérale de ...(FedDev Ontario), five Regional Innovation Centres, including Innovate Niagara have combined efforts to offer selected businesses the opportunity to re-work their products, services, processes, and technologies to focus on reducing impact on the environment. This includes mentorship support to grow and accelerate their business. If you are an incorporated business located in southern Ontario, with high growth potential, and have fewer than 500 employees, you might qualify. What can your business receive if you are selected? • Non-repayable seed funding of up to $20,000, with matching funds • Up to 30 hours of fully funded, targeted support from business leaders Think your business is a good fit? Apply for Cohort 3 before September 30, 2024. https://lnkd.in/e6Rpi8D8

Applications for Cohort 3 of the i.d.e.a. Fund program are now open! With funding from the Government of Canada, through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario | Agence fédérale de ..., five Regional Innovation Centres, including Boundless Accelerator have combined efforts to offer selected businesses the opportunity to re-work their products, services, processes, and technologies to focus on reducing impact on the environment. This includes mentorship support to grow and accelerate their business. If you are an incorporated business located in southern Ontario, with high growth potential, and have fewer than 500 employees, you might qualify. What can your business receive if you are selected? • Non-repayable seed funding of up to $20,000, with matching funds • Up to 30 hours of fully funded, targeted support from business leaders Think your business is a good fit? Apply for Cohort 3 before September 30, 2024. Find out more and apply here 🚀 https://lnkd.in/eggZtxei

Applications for Cohort 3 of the i.d.e.a. Fund program are now open! With funding from the Government of Canada, through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario | Agence fédérale de ... (FedDev Ontario), five Regional Innovation Centres, including TechAlliance of Southwestern Ontario have combined efforts to offer selected businesses the opportunity to re-work their products, services, processes, and technologies to focus on reducing impact on the environment. This includes mentorship support to grow and accelerate their business. If you are an incorporated business located in southern Ontario, with high growth potential, and have fewer than 500 employees, you might qualify. What can your business receive if you are selected? • Non-repayable seed funding of up to $20,000, with matching funds • Up to 30 hours of fully funded, targeted support from business leaders Think your business is a good fit? Apply for Cohort 3 before September 30, 2024 and you might be one of the businesses chosen: https://lnkd.in/g_mRdKu5 https://lnkd.in/dVR3tpAQ #ideaFundSO

🚀 Business Growth Fund Program - Apply by 14 May! 🚀 Attention all high-growth businesses in Queensland! The Business Growth Fund Program is now open for applications until 14 May. This program is designed to fuel the growth of small and medium-sized businesses that are ready to accelerate, contribute to Queensland's economy, and create more jobs. What does it offer? ➡Funding between $50,000 to $75,000 (excl GST) ➡Requires a co-contribution of at least 40% of the total project by the applicant ➡Minimum total project expenditure of no less than $83,333 (excl GST) This funding empowers businesses to invest in highly specialised equipment, unlocking growth potential, boosting production, expanding teams, and maximising economic returns. It's a stepping stone towards the next stage of growth for ambitious businesses. Learn more 👉https://lnkd.in/gc_iDRu Luke Richter-Steers Natassia Wheeler Max Stanton Steve Butler Redcliffe Peninsula Chamber of Commerce City of Moreton Bay Greater Caboolture Chamber of Commerce Pine Rivers Chamber of Commerce The Hills & District Chamber of Commerce Inc North Lakes Chamber of Commerce and Industry

Save your spot for our Private Company Update on Jan. 31 at 12 PM ET! Explore 61 awards, advances, and projects supporting small businesses. Find financing and opportunities to grow your venture. Check our weekly updates and email [email protected] to list your program or award. Discover government grants at Grants.gov for comprehensive resources. Also, explore state and local resources for additional support. Differentiate between loans and grants with our guide. Stay informed on funding options through our Small Business Funding Guide. Explore various programs like the Outline Medtech Small Business Interpreter Award, Employee Retention Credit (ERC), Illinois Foundation Awards, and more. Act quickly—the deadline for the NIH/CDC Translational Research program is Jan. 31, 2024. Tap into regional support with the Minnesota Emerging Entrepreneur Loan Program and San Francisco Accessibility Award. Engage in national initiatives like the National Institute of Health (NIH) Awards and Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program. Check eligibility for programs like the Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) and State Small Business Credit Drive. Don't miss out on opportunities like the Texas Enterprise Fund and U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development Business Programs. Stay updated on diverse funding avenues to support your business growth. looking for business capital we can help (https://lnkd.in/eZmmzXG6) #SmallBizFunding #EntrepreneurshipAwards #BusinessGrowthOpportunities #FinancialSupport #GrantPrograms #StartupResources #FundingFriday #SMEs #SmallBusinessSuccess #BusinessInnovation #VentureSupport #FinancialAssistance #GrowYourBusiness #EntrepreneurialJourney #FundingOptions #BusinessDevelopment #EmpowerSmallBiz #InnovationGrants #AccessToCapital #SmallBizSolutions

Yorkshire is home to over 400,000 businesses, with SMEs making up 99.9% of our region's business population. Many of these businesses are ready to grow - they just need the right funding support. As official partners of the West Yorkshire Good Growth Programme, Sales Geek Yorkshire is perfectly positioned to help you secure the funding your business needs to thrive. Why work with us? Deep understanding of the local business landscape Proven track record in business growth strategy Practical support to implement growth plans With 85% of small businesses finding funding harder to access, our team works alongside the programme's financial advisors to ensure your business not only secures funding but maximizes its impact. Take the first step towards transforming your business growth. Email [email protected] to discover how we can support your funding journey. #SalesGeek #YorkshireBusiness #BusinessFunding #GrowthStrategy #WestYorkshire Sources: - British Business Bank Small Business Finance Markets Report 2023/24 - UK Government Business Population Estimates 2023

The Association of Investment Companies (AIC) reports that VCTs continue to attract significant investor support. The £882m that has just been raised is the third highest fundraising for the sector and an encouraging endorsement for the scheme. In addition to the economic benefits that #VCTs bring around company formation and job creation, VCTs are playing a vital role in helping to fuel innovation in areas with the potential to solve some major societal problems. Our managing partner Will Fraser-Allen observes: “Through Albion’s investment pipeline and portfolio, we are privileged to see UK companies ambitious to develop technology solutions to change the world we live in. VCTs are particularly well placed to support the thriving UK ecosystem of technology entrepreneurs to create the category leading UK businesses of the future. We firmly believe that backing innovation is central to growing the UK economy, and VCTs will be an important contributor to this ambition.”   Full story here: https://lnkd.in/e8_EBYGf #venturecapital #ukinnovation #investments

31 small businesses across a range of industries will share in $2.2 million of grants under Round 6 of the Business Growth Fund. 🎉 The Business Growth Fund delivers grants of up to $75,000 for eligible small businesses to purchase specialised equipment to accelerate growth, increase production and expand their workforce.💪🏻 Engineered Designs and Certifications, can now take on an additional cadet thanks to the $72,800 grant from the Business Growth Fund which they’re using to purchase a coordinate measuring machine arm, allowing the Mackay-based business to grow their Precision Measuring division. 👉🏻 To see the full list of recipients and learn more about the Business Growth Fund, visit the Business Queensland website at > https://brnw.ch/21wNbTV #BusinessGrowthFund #QueenslandSmallBusinessStrategy #BigBuild

Applications for Cohort 3 of the i.d.e.a. Fund program are now open! With funding from the Government of Canada, through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, five Regional Innovation Centres, including Boundless Accelerator have combined efforts to offer selected businesses the opportunity to re-work their products, services, processes, and technologies to focus on reducing impact on the environment. This includes mentorship support to grow and accelerate their business. If you are an incorporated business located in southern Ontario, with high growth potential, and have fewer than 500 employees, you might qualify. What can your business receive if you are selected? • Non-repayable seed funding of up to $20,000, with matching funds • Up to 30 hours of fully funded, targeted support from business leaders Think your business is a good fit? Click the link in our bio to apply for Cohort 3 before September 30, 2024 and you might be one of the businesses chosen! Find out more and apply today! https://lnkd.in/eggZtxei #ideaFundSO #inclusion #diversity #environment #acceleration #ontariobusinessowners #swontario #southernontario #smallbusinessontario #southernontario #ontariomade #ontariobusiness BoundlessideaFund

Are you a Cherwell-based business? Or an entrepreneur from the district looking to start out in the business world? Find out what free business support you could be eligible for through our new Cherwell Business Spark and Accelerator programmes, delivered on behalf of Cherwell District Council, with the project funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Those wishing to participate in the ‘Business Spark’ strand of activity can sign-up to an introductory workshop set to cover ‘Business Fundamentals and the Business Model Canvas’, taking place at the beginning of October – with further events set to cover: - Understanding Your Customers, Marketing and Sales - Financial Planning and Management - Developing Your Year One Action Plan - Business Pitch for Success Those wishing to engage in the ‘Business Accelerator’ programme of activity can sign up to the following events now: - Business Planning for Growth Masterclass - Mastering Innovation for Your Business - Mastering Your Small Business Finances - Investment Planning for Growth Masterclass - Mastering Operational Efficiencies in SMEs Read more: #ukspf #cherwellbusinessspark #cherwellbusinessaccelerator #cherwell #businesssupport