Small business owners looking to strengthen their financial management and improve their chances of securing funding are being invited to a free event in Cardiff this November.
Hosted by the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) and supported by the Development Bank of Wales, the session will take place on Wednesday 11 November 2026, from 9am to 11.45am at the Development Bank of Wales, 1 Capital Quarter, Tyndall Street, Cardiff.
The event will provide practical guidance on managing business finances, preparing for investment and understanding what lenders and investors look for when assessing funding applications.
Bethan Cousins, New Business Director at the Development Bank of Wales, will lead the session, sharing insights into the financial foundations businesses should have in place to support growth and access external finance.
Topics covered will include:
- The key principles of effective financial management
- What lenders and investors look for in funding applications
- How to present financial information with confidence
- Common financial management mistakes and how to avoid them
- Practical steps to prepare for future funding opportunities
Attendees will also have an opportunity to ask questions and network with fellow business owners.
The event is free to attend, with breakfast pastries and refreshments provided.
The venue offers step-free access, accessible facilities and is within walking distance of Cardiff Central railway station.
Attendees with specific dietary requirements are encouraged to book before Wednesday 4 November 2026, as requests made after this date may not be guaranteed.
Find out more and book a place at the Financial Management for Business Success and Accessing Funding event here.
