# Event Details - **Event Name**: Build A Business: Funding Your Business Idea - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 13 Nov, 2026 at 09:30 am – Fri, 13 Nov, 2026 at 01:00 pm (+00:00) - **Event Description**: Explore the main types of funding available to UK businesses and identify which option could best support your own business goals and stage.About this EventImportant note:All attendees must have completed the Build A Business to be able to join the workshop. If you have not previously completed this Registration Form, please complete after booking your place on Eventbrite.To be eligible for this workshop, you must be a Greater Manchester resident or the owner of a Greater Manchester located business within the following GM authorities: Bolton, Bury, Manchester, Oldham, Rochdale, Salford, Stockport, Tameside, Trafford, or Wigan.Please arrive between 9:30-10am for networking and registration. Workshop starts at 10am.Funding Your Business IdeaThinking about starting or growing a business but not sure how to fund it? This practical and informative workshop will help you understand the full range of business funding options and choose the right approach for your idea.You’ll learn how to:assess your own funding needsexplore grant, debt and equity fundingunderstand the benefits and risks of each optionWe’ll also cover common pitfalls when applying for funding, with a strong focus on cash flow and how it impacts funding decisions.You’ll also be introduced to local support and resources, including how BIPC and Manchester Libraries can support you with information, tools and advice to support your funding journey.Ideal for: Aspiring entrepreneurs, early-stage businesses, and anyone exploring funding to start or grow their business.PLEASE NOTE: Build A Business programme of funded workshops have limited places. Failure to attend on two separate occasions without prior cancellation will result in you being barred from attending future workshops. This is due to the cost of setting up each workshop and making preparations based on the number of sign-ups.For more information go to: www.buildabusinessgm.orgAgenda🕑: 09:30 AM - 10:00 AMNetworking & Registration 🕑: 10:00 AM - 01:00 PMWorkshop - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/build-a-business-funding-your-business-idea/100001995627814514 - **Event Categories**: workshops, business - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes - Location: Business & IP Centre, 2nd floor - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Manchester - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Business & IP Centre, 2nd floor - **lat**: 53.47766 - **long**: -2.24387999999999 - **full address**: Business & IP Centre, 2nd floor, Manchester Central Library, Manchester, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Build A Business: Funding Your Business Idea - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/6cd9d722398093d2c5842cc51f9b47f769663bf3354e4694a80b6c15d882dab9-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1787100851 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Build A Business: Funding Your Business Idea being held? - **A:** Build A Business: Funding Your Business Idea takes place on Fri, 13 Nov, 2026 at 09:30 am to Fri, 13 Nov, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Business & IP Centre, 2nd floor, Manchester Central Library, Manchester, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Build A Business: Funding Your Business Idea? - **A:** Build A Business: Funding Your Business Idea is organized by Business & IP Centre Greater Manchester. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Build A Business: Funding Your Business Idea is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Manchester, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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