Lunch and Learn: Get to know your business finances

There are three simple but important ideas around finance that entrepreneurs MUST know: first, finance is not nearly as complicated as people think - it's based on a dozen very simple concepts that explain ALL of finance; that, statistically, entrepreneurs who understand finance have far better chances of raising funds AND have a far greater chance of running a viable business; thirdly, finance is about the future (accounting is only a small part of it), it's about being smart about how you build the business, it's creative, and it's as much a part of the entrepreneurial armoury as great design, great engineering, and great marketing. I think finance is your secret weapon, your unfair advantage! I have 35 years in multiple financing environments, from large scale transactions in the US, Europe, UK and Asia, right down to entrepreneurial financing and start-ups as a founder, fund manager, investor, trouble-shooter, I've written and read countless business plans, and built countless financial models. I've also coached and taught many entrepreneurs (as well as senior corporate execs, national business journalists, analysts, consultants and wealth & asset managers). I really enjoy it! And I'll be happy to help you.