The essentials of bookkeeping and what expenses you can claim
2022-07-12 10:00 - 12:00, 2022-07-25 13:00 - 15:00, 2022-08-11 10:00 - 12:00, 2022-09-22 10:00 - 12:00, 2022-10-21 12:30 - 14:30, 2022-11-10 10:00 - 12:00 UTC
This webinar is for those who are entering business for the first time or require an understanding of what is involved in financially managing a business, including basic bookkeeping, and creating a profit and loss account. You will also get an understanding of what expenses the business can claim and then how to fund your business. At the end of the session, you will receive a workbook on excel to help you manage and monitor costs and sales.
At the end of this session, you will be able to:

Implement basic bookkeeping skills across your business
Create a profit and loss account
Understand what expenses can and cannot be claimed
Use financial management to increase revenues and profits
Understand capital and revenue costs and how they are treated

An Introduction to Bookkeeping
2022-07-21 18:00 - 20:00, 2022-10-27 18:00 - 20:00, 2022-11-22 18:00 - 20:00
This workshop will explain:

what financial records are needed
the broad principles and procedures of accounting systems
how to choose accounting systems – both manual and computerised
which financial statements and statutory returns are relevant to your business
different accounting periods and financial years
how to use financial records for monitoring the financial state of your business
cash flow forecasting, profit and loss statements as well as what they should contain
what financial measures and forecasts are needed by your business
what information on financial record keeping is available and from whom

By the end of the workshop you will be able to introduce or improve your financial record keeping system and improve how you manage your finances.
This webinar is for businesses in Dundee, Angus and Perth.

A Guide to Completing Your Self Assessment Tax Return
2022-07-26 18:00 - 20:00, 2022-12-07 18:00 - 20:00
If you are newly self-employed and required to submit a self-assessment return for the first time or want to better understand the basics of completing your Self Assessment Tax Return, the key dates, the basics about expenses and record keeping, as well as how income tax and National Insurance Contributions are calculated, then this is the workshop for you.

Ask an Expert: Tax Surgery
2022-07-28 09:00 - 17:00
With over 20 years experience working in accountancy, Lauren was previously employed as a Senior Tax Manager at Scotland’s largest firm of independent chartered accountants, Johnston Carmichael.
So whether you’d like to know what business expenses you can claim, if you should register as a limited company, or how to calculate your tax, no query is too big or too small!
Please note these appointments are for Dundee, Angus and Perth based businesses.

Is debt or equity better to fund growth?
2022-08-24 15:30 - 16:30
Are you a start-up company considering your first fundraising campaign? Or you are considering your next move should it be debt or equity to fund it?
How do you get Funder ready? What alternative finance is available to help grow my business?
It is becoming increasingly more important to consider a Net Zero approach to help Scotland push our Green Agenda – how does this affect funding for you?

An Introduction to Bookkeeping
2022-08-25 18:00 - 20:00, 2022-09-27 18:00 - 20:00
This workshop will explain:

what financial records are needed
the broad principles and procedures of accounting systems
how to choose accounting systems – both manual and computerised
which financial statements and statutory returns are relevant to your business
different accounting periods and financial years
how to use financial records for monitoring the financial state of your business
cash flow forecasting, profit and loss statements as well as what they should contain
what financial measures and forecasts are needed by your business
what information on financial record keeping is available and from whom

By the end of the workshop you will be able to introduce or improve your financial record keeping system and improve how you manage your finances.
There will also be information on additional services from Business Gateway and details of other webinars which may be appropriate for you.
This webinar is for businesses based in Dundee, Angus and Perth.

Complete Guide to Finance for Start-Ups
2022-09-08 18:00 - 20:00, 2022-10-13 18:00 - 20:00
The workshop will look at:

managing a profit and loss account
producing a cashflow statement
working capital
the different sources of finance
the different legal structures of a business

There will also be information on additional services from Business Gateway and details of other workshops which may be appropriate for you.
This webinar is aimed at businesses based in Dundee, Angus and Perth.

European Space Agency (ESA) Funding for Scottish Companies
2022-09-20 11:00 - 12:00
Scottish companies developing new products and services can join to learn about European Space Agency (ESA) funding.
Meet the UK Regional Ambassador for Scotland, hear about funding opportunities, and learn about support available for Scottish applicants.

Finance 1-2-1 Surgery Sessions
2022-09-29 09:00 - 17:00, 2022-11-24 09:00 - 17:00
Take this opportunity to discuss your finance queries with our finance specialist, Scott Geddes. Gain clarity on the start-up and running costs for your business or discuss how to make your business profitable and financially viable.
Brush up on some financial basics by learning how to create a cash-flow forecast and better understand your business’s profit and loss accounts. If you’re getting ready to apply for funding, lean on Scott’s experience to understand what lenders are looking for.
Become aware of your financial commitments, as they can differ depending on your business type.
Once you have booked your space online, one of our team will be in touch to discuss an appointment time with you and send you further information. These sessions can take place online via Zoom or alternatively, face to face in our Dundee Business Gateway Office.
These appointments are aimed at businesses based in Dundee, Angus, and Perth.

Finance 1-2-1 Surgery Sessions
2022-10-25 09:00 - 17:00
Take this opportunity to discuss your finance queries with finance specialist, Scott Geddes. Gain clarity on the start-up and running costs for your business or discuss how to make your business profitable and financially viable.
Brush up on some financial basics by learning how to create a cash-flow forecast and better understand your business’s profit and loss accounts. If you’re getting ready to apply for funding, lean on Scott’s experience to understand what lenders are looking for.
Become aware of your financial commitments, as they can differ depending on your business type.
Once you have booked your space online, someone will be in touch to discuss an appointment time with you and send you further information. These sessions can take place online via Zoom or alternatively, face to face at the Dundee Business Gateway Office.
These appointments are aimed at businesses based in Dundee, Angus, and Perth.

DASA Funding and how Scottish Companies can win it
2022-10-25 11:00 - 12:00
DASA funds innovation projects which support UK defence and security quickly and effectively, through an Open Call for Innovation, along with Thematic Competitions and innovation loans.
DASA has recently launched several new funding and acceleration programmes to support companies to commercialise new products, which this webinar will focus on.

Flexible Workforce Development Fund
2022-11-03 17:30 - 20:00 | Dundee & Angus College, Gardyne Campus, Dundee, DD5 1NY
Speaking with businesses across Dundee & Angus, the barriers to growth are very similar with finding skilled employees often right at the heart of the problem.
Access tailored training and development opportunities designed to overcome skills gaps, recruitment and employee retention challenges.
Join us on Thursday 3rd November at Dundee and Angus College Kingsway Training Restaurant to hear directly from businesses who have tackled their staffing problem in a more proactive manner and seen tangible results from funded training and recruitment academies.
Book your free ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/overcome-growth-frustrations-with-funded-training-for-your-business-tickets-430914987327
Learn how the Flexible Workplace Development Fund can benefit your business from our expert speakers:

Caryn Gibson, D&A College Economics Partnership Manager.
Guest speaker Stevie Baxter BSc, CEO of The Sporting Pursuit and Associate Trainer of D&A College.
Guest speaker Marc Donald, Account Manager at The ESP Group – Journeycall.

Who should attend?
Business owners and employees who are committed to improving staff performance and overcoming recruitment issues.
What will I get from attending the event?
Hear first-hand about local businesses who have benefited from funded training opportunities and the impact it has made commercially in their business.
Find out about the Flexible Workforce Development Fund and how it can be used to upskill your team to get your business in shape for future growth.
How much does it cost?
It’s free! We want to shout from the rooftops about this opportunity so would love as many of you as possible to come along.
Refreshments will be provided.

Complete Guide to Finance for Starting a Business
2022-11-03 18:00 - 20:00

Business Finance Week 2022
2022-11-07 09:00 - 2022-11-11 17:00
Throughout the week of 7-11 November 2022 the British Business Bank, along with well-respected business support partners from across the UK, are working together to host Business Finance Week 2022.
During five days of nation-wide and regional in-person events, webinars and more, we’re helping smaller businesses learn all about the different finance options available to them to support their individual needs.
Each day will be centred round a key theme, giving you the opportunity to hear from experts in their field on a varied range of subjects.
See the events calendar on the British Business Bank website.

Funding your start-up
2022-11-07 14:00 - 15:30
There are many different routes for start-ups looking at finance options. Taking place during the British Business Bank’s Business Finance Week, our group of expert panellists will explore some of the options available in more detail, and explain why it’s essential to have a good business plan in place in order to secure finance.
This session looks at:

What is a lender looking for when a business applies for finance?
What’s the difference between debt finance, asset finance or equity finance?
Why you need a robust business plan to securing finance
What are some of the most common mistakes start-ups make in financing their business?
Useful tips and hints on interacting with potential funders

Panellists:

Hugh Lightbody, Chief Officer, Business Gateway National unit
Thomas Brock, Fund Director, Umi Debt Finance Scotland
William Devine, Head of Scotland, Simply Asset Finance
Emma Airley, Co-owner of Pasteis Lisboa

Exploring Debt Funding Options
2022-11-10 10:00 - 11:30
As the funding landscape continues to evolve, there are a wide range of debt related products, outside of traditional bank loans and overdrafts, available to support businesses to start up, scale up or stay ahead. Delivered in partnership by British Business Bank (BBB) and Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) as part of the British Business Bank’s Business Finance Week, this virtual event is designed to:
Build your awareness and understanding of the options available to you, with a particular focus on loans (including RLS), invoice finance and asset finance
Help you make informed choices about what type of finance is right for you and your business at a particular stage
You will also have the opportunity to hear from some of the providers themselves – to hear their views on current market conditions, sectoral trends & funder appetite, understand how best to improve / maximise your chance of success when applying, and importantly how best to manage the debt once it’s in place.
You will also hear first-hand from businesses about the positive impact that loans, invoice finance or asset finance have had in terms of accelerating the growth of their business and how they overcame some of those initial barriers to get to that point.

The Secret to Successful Tendering - How to win contracts and boost your business’s revenue
2022-11-16 14:00 - 16:00
Join this specialist webinar to learn how to win public and private sector contracts that will help you increase connections and revenue for your business.
Our expert, Judith Stewart, will explain the differences between private and public sector tendering, ways to get your business tender-ready, and how to build your reputation with the people who matter so that you’ll come away with a roadmap to success.
Francis will help you to find all the support and training with SDP to help you for tendering for public sector contracts.

The Secret to Successful Tendering: 1-2-1 Surgery
2022-11-17 09:00 - 17:00
Book a space on this specialist surgery to get a one hour 1-2-1 appointment with our expert Judith Stewart. You’ll be able to ask advice on how to win public and private sector contracts for your business.
Booking this event will secure you a space, one of our team will be in touch with you after booking to arrange a time for your one hour appointment. Judith can help explain the differences between private and public sector tendering, ways to get your business tender-ready, and how to build your reputation with the people who matter so that you’ll come away with a roadmap to success.

New clean energy research and innovation funding for 2023
2022-12-07 10:00 - 11:00
New research and innovation funding for green technologies is opening soon.
Conall McGinley, UK Energy Horizon Europe National Contact Point will provide an update on opportunities including in the areas of energy generation, heating and cooling technologies and Hydrogen / CCUS.
