# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Panel: 'Funding the Dream: Navigating the Startup Finance Maze'
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 22 Apr, 2026 at 04:30 pm – Wed, 22 Apr, 2026 at 06:30 pm (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: Listen to a valuable guide on funding your dream business from a panel of leading entrepreneurs and expertsAbout this EventThis panel discussion will be held at Manchester Metropolitan University Business School, room BS 5.01.Follow our Linkedin page to find out more about the incredible speakers and businesses involved!What to expect?Everyone is welcome - creatives, entrepreneurs, and the simply curious. Expect engaging speakers sharing insights, experiences, and stories from the world of entrepreneurship. Panel discussion Topic: From Idea to Impact: How Entrepreneurs Spot Opportunities. This is a brilliant opportunity to learn from the experts and network with likeminded professionals.Our speakersWe will be joined by and impressive lineup of speakers, with an abundance of knowledge and expertise to share:Ian Dixon - Head of Access to Finance at GM Business Growth HubNick Richardson - Founder, Board Director & Shareholder of The Insights Family and Co-Founder & Director of End GameAnita Frost - Founder of Green Bean Studios®The panel will be moderated by Darren O'Brien Senior Lecturer in Banking and FinanceTimesThe panel discussion will take place from 17:00 until 18:00. Registration for the panel opens at 16:30.What is the Pop-up Living Lab?This panel discussion is a part of a dynamic, week-long Living Lab where anyone interested can step into an open innovation environment and help businesses tackle real challenges. Experience innovation first-hand, shape real ideas, and contribute your perspective to questions that matter. Our temporary Pop-Up Living Lab is taking place 20–24 April from 15:30-17:00 at Manchester Metropolitan University Business School.For more information on the Pop-up Living Lab, head to our Linkedin or our Eventbrite page, where all dates and other panel discussions are listed.Please note that photography will take place at this event. We look forward to welcoming you, if you have any questions, please email Dr Malgorzata Trelka at m.trelka@mmu.ac.uk.Agenda🕑: 04:30 PM - 05:00 PMRegistration opens 🕑: 05:00 PM - 06:00 PMPanel discussion : From Idea to Impact - How Entrepreneurs Spot Opportunities🕑: 06:00 PM - 06:30 PMNetworking and Drop in Living Lab
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/panel-funding-the-dream-navigating-the-startup-finance-maze/100001987197453076
- **Event Categories**: business, pop-ups
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP

## Event venue details

- **city**: Manchester
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Manchester Metropolitan University Business School
- **lat**: 53.4707669
- **long**: -2.2403148
- **full address**: Manchester Metropolitan University Business School, Lyceum Place, Manchester, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Panel: 'Funding the Dream: Navigating the Startup Finance Maze' being held?
  - **A:** Panel: 'Funding the Dream: Navigating the Startup Finance Maze' takes place on Wed, 22 Apr, 2026 at 04:30 pm to Wed, 22 Apr, 2026 at 06:30 pm at Manchester Metropolitan University Business School, Lyceum Place, Manchester, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Panel: 'Funding the Dream: Navigating the Startup Finance Maze'?
  - **A:** Panel: 'Funding the Dream: Navigating the Startup Finance Maze' is organized by MMU Events Society.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Panel: 'Funding the Dream: Navigating the Startup Finance Maze' is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. 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 Panel: 'Funding the Dream: Navigating the Startup Finance Maze' sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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