Event to give inside track to access finance

Two of the region’s leading corporate finance specialists are to give a rare insight into how to overcome the hurdles facing businesses looking to access finance for working capital or investment, at the first of an innovative series of ‘Survival’ events next week.

Andrew Durbin and John Farnsworth, both Partners in the dedicated Corporate Finance division of leading Midlands' chartered accountants and advisors Smith Cooper, are guest speakers at the ‘Survival to Success' seminar, hosted by The Wilson Organisation, on Wednesday 25th March 2009.

"The issue of funding is key to a business's survival prospects, but the current economic climate brings its own set of unique challenges," says Wilson MD and head of the firm's Financial Services Division, Annabel Prow. "The topic seems to have struck a chord with local businesses, with places for this event going fast.

"Both Andrew and John are recognised specialists in corporate finance, and together have extensive experience of fundraising for businesses in a range of business sectors from pharmaceutical and transport, to food wholesaling and retailing.

"Together, they will give our delegates a unique insight into how to go about securing finance via existing borrowing methods and other capital raising options - an opportunity not to be missed by owners looking at all their options to ensure survival for their business."

The ‘Survival to Success' seminar is free and takes place at The Carriage Hall, Perkins Restaurant, Nottingham, from 12 noon to 2.15pm, and includes lunch.

Annabel adds: "Running a business can be lonely, frustrating and worrying and the unique nature of the economic conditions today means many business owners are without the relevant knowledge to draw on for their next actions. Finance is one of the key issues facing businesses and key to a business's survival prospects - the seminar's advice is timely and relevant."

To reserve a place, email: jsquires@wilorg.com or Tel: 0115 942 0111 or visit: http://www.wilorg.com/.

The Wilson Organisation provides professional independent insurance, financial, risk management and corporate finance solutions to businesses and individuals both regionally and nationally. For more information, visit: http://www.wilorg.com/, or Tel: 0115 942 0111.

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