Bob Shepherd - Business Builder

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Sourcing Finance with Bob Shepherd Associates

Sourcing Finance Figures words and plans are not something for the faint hearted! Applying for Bank and other funding is a matter of understanding what is required and how it all works.

Understanding the attitude of the Lenders or the Grant Funders is half the case. Some areas have Grants available, usually for machinery and equipment but it is so complex and your location is all important. Some principles apply across the board with European money but the application forms contain questions that need careful answers to avoid giving an impression that will knock out your application. Bob Shepherd Associates have made many successful grant applications on behalf of our clients.

Bank Finance

What is the difference between the Banks and why should you go to a particular one? What about alternatives? Bob Shepherd Associates have the ear of local Development Managers and Business Account Managers for the major Banks to help you along.

When your proposition reaches the Bank it would be good if your presentation is immediately appealing and answers the right questions in the sort of order they look for?

It may be you are wrongly Banked, or simply you are Banked at the wrong level and cannot get the attention you deserve. The Banking Industry tries to resolve these issues because it is in its interest to do so, but costs dictate that most Businesses are lumped together and managed en bloc.

Financing

Perhaps a basket of finance can be arranged. The variations are endless and need to fit your own circumstances. Second stream funders are out there to support successful enterprises. Cash Flow is a vital component for the Business and there are a number of possibilities for you. There are Loans, Overdrafts, Factoring, Invoice Discounting, Commercial Mortgages, Development Loans, Wage Cycle facilities, Leasing, Pension Loans, Crowd funding, Equity Loans – Let Bob Shepherd Associates sort it out for you with the benefit of inside knowledge based on years in this Industry.

Investment

If your own resources and the clout you have with the Banks is not enough then maybe you need Investment from outside. What are ‘Business Angels’ and how do you find one? Let us help you.

If you are thinking of joining forces with a partner or giving shares to an incoming Director let us consider the options with you first. Avoid the pit falls! An incoming investor will undoubtedly bring their own ideas and want to have a share in your company. Is this right for you?

Whatever your purpose or wherever you are based let Bob Shepherd Associates look at your requirements and place it for you to best advantage.

Further Information & Help

Please contact us for further information and a first meeting.

Case Studies

Interpreting Cost Benefit Analysis Creative Leadership Sales Techniques Exhibition Representation Social Media

Business Start Up? We have helped many new business start-ups in Newport, Cardiff and The Valleys. Setting up is a big challenge and with Bob Shepherd Associates you’ll get an external view of your business in practical ways to guarantee successful growth. We take part in your business and give you the support and help that you need to get it going.

Business Expansion If your business is established and running well it may be time to expand in a new direction.
With a planned expansion comes the need for Marketing, Business Plans and a need for Finance. There is not much that is simple about it!

Business Structure When should you form a Limited company and when not? The legal requirements and other implications are different.
Our Custom Consultancy approach will help businesses resolve any issues.

Planning & Implementing When a Business Plan has been properly done it should have done something for you and you should do something with it! Business Building will have structured an approach that keeps the resources in line with the growing developing business.

Corporate Finance Are you looking for funds for a larger project to finance equipment or expansion, perhaps?

Bob Shepherd Associates have experience in raising sums for Corporate Business both for start up and expansion.

Bob Shepherd Associates works with Small Business SMEs all over the South Wales area including Cardiff, Newport and surrounding areas. Please contact us if you’d like to know more.