# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Money talks: financing your innovation
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 20 May, 2026 at 09:30 am – Wed, 20 May, 2026 at 11:30 am (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: Join James Crawley and the Centre for Enterprise team for a practical session exploring the region's funding opportunities for SMEsAbout this EventLooking to fund your next big idea? Our session is designed to help you better understand the funding landscape and how to access the right support for growth.We're bringing together founders, experts, and industry partners to explore practical approaches to financing innovation, alongside opportunities to connect with Manchester’s thriving entrepreneurial community.What to expect:Informal networking with entrepreneurs, innovators, and support organisationsA welcome and introduction from the Centre for EnterpriseA keynote presentation from Professor Jennie ShorleyA panel discussion featuring experts sharing insights on funding and innovationA real-world case study highlighting how businesses successfully secure and use fundingOur speaker: Professor Jennie ShorleyProfessor Jennie Shorley is the Academic Director, Centre for Enterprise at Manchester Metropolitan University.A strategic leader in innovation, knowledge exchange and business engagement, Jennie has designed and secured over £40 million in funding for transformative programmes that support SMEs locally, nationally and internationally.Under her leadership, the Centre for Enterprise has supported more than 3,000 businesses since 2012 and attracted over £48 million in external funding. The Centre’s work focuses on translating academic research into practical action, with a strong emphasis on innovation, leadership and growth.In collaboration with NatWest AcceleratorWe're delivering this event in collaboration with NatWest Accelerator. It's an opportunity to gain insights, ask questions, and discover pathways to support your innovation journey.For more entrepreneur support and events – download the NatWest Accelerator app and join the Manchester community.Agenda🕑: 09:30 AMRegistration and networking🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AMFinancing your innovationHost: Jennie Shorley🕑: 10:30 AMPanel discussion🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AMCase study: how have other businesses secured and used funding?🕑: 11:30 AMInformal networking
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/money-talks-financing-your-innovation/100001986518390983
- **Event Categories**: Business
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## Event venue details

- **city**: Manchester
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: NatWest Accelerator Manchester
- **lat**: 53.47973340000001
- **long**: -2.2501343
- **full address**: NatWest Accelerator Manchester, Spinningfields Square, Manchester, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Money talks: financing your innovation being held?
  - **A:** Money talks: financing your innovation takes place on Wed, 20 May, 2026 at 09:30 am to Wed, 20 May, 2026 at 11:30 am at NatWest Accelerator Manchester, Spinningfields Square, Manchester, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Money talks: financing your innovation?
  - **A:** Money talks: financing your innovation is organized by Manchester Metropolitan University.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Money talks: financing your innovation 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. If Money talks: financing your innovation sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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