VFA Support Sessions
Our Venture Further Awards support sessions have been designed to help strengthen your application to the VFA competition. Covering everything from developing your business model canvas to understanding your finances, these sessions will ensure your application has the best chance of winning that prize money.
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Information Session, with Ellie Buckley
Tuesday 18 October, 10:00 - 11:00
Whether you're unsure if you're idea is suitable to enter or you need advice on how to tackle a certain section of the application, the MEC team are here to answer all your queries and provide some guidance.
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Information Session, with Ellie Buckley
Tuesday 25 October, 10:00 - 11:00
Whether you're unsure if you're idea is suitable to enter or you need advice on how to tackle a certain section of the application, the MEC team are here to answer all your queries and provide some guidance.
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Information Session, with Ellie Buckley
Tuesday 1 November, 10:00 - 11:00
Whether you're unsure if you're idea is suitable to enter or you need advice on how to tackle a certain section of the application, the MEC team are here to answer all your queries and provide some guidance.
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Information Session, with Ellie Buckley
Tuesday 8 November, 10:00 - 11:00
Whether you're unsure if you're idea is suitable to enter or you need advice on how to tackle a certain section of the application, the MEC team are here to answer all your queries and provide some guidance.
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Information Session, with Ellie Buckley
Tuesday 22 November, 10:00 - 11:00
Whether you're unsure if you're idea is suitable to enter or you need advice on how to tackle a certain section of the application, the MEC team are here to answer all your queries and provide some guidance.
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Know your finances, with Dan Thomas
Wednesday 7 December, 13:00 - 15:00
Do you have questions about the financial section of the application? We are offering 121 sessions with Dan to give you the opportunity to ask any key questions you may have.
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Know your finances, with Dan Thomas
Thursday 9 February, 13:00 - 15:00
Do you have questions about the financial section of the application? We are offering 121 sessions with Dan to give you the opportunity to ask any key questions you may have.
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Understanding your personal why, with Slalom
Date & Time TBC
Forget the spin and the 'fake it till you make it' approach. The most successful businesses are those which are truly authentic and understand their purpose. So... Do you know what you stand for? Do you know what your long-term ambitions are?
Join Slalom as they help you understand your personal why and get to grips with where your ideas are going.
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Measuring Social Impact, with Leigh Wharton
Date & Time TBC
Whether the purpose of your business is solely for social benefit, or you are interested in starting a socially-conscious enterprise, this workshop will offer great insights to ensure you achieve your social goals.
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Basics of Intellectual Property, with Emma Pallister
Date & Time TBC
Do you have questions about Intellectual Property? Are you unsure what IP is or whether you have any? Emma is offering a number of 121 sessions for Venture Further applicants who wish to discuss any questions surrounding Intellectual Property.
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The art of storytelling, with Duncan Yellowlees
Monday 14 February, 10:00 - 12:00
Entrepreneurs must connect, engage and inspire their customers, key stakeholders and potential partners. Join Duncan as he uncovers the mysteries surrounding telling an interesting business story and how perfecting the skill can help your idea thrive.
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