Budding entrepreneurs from County Durham are being offered free help to turn their idea into a viable business.

Maven Capital Partners, the Fund Manager for the Finance Durham Fund, are offering 1-2-1 sessions with a member of the North East investment team for people looking to develop new products, enter new markets and/or expand their current operations.

Whether you’re actively seeking finance or looking for some business support, a Venture Investment Clinic with Maven could provide you with the right knowledge and know-how to take the next steps towards growth.

There are a number of clinics taking place, including one in Peterlee and one in Seaham. The full calendar of clinics is:

18th January – Salvus House, Aykley Heads, Durham, DH1 5TS

23rd January – Room 6, Derwentside Business Centre, Consett DH8 6BP

25th January – 5 Welbury Way, Aycliffe Business Park, Newton Aycliffe, DL5 6ZE

6th February – Salvus House, Aykley Heads, Durham, DH1 5TS

8th February – Novus Business Centre, Judson Rd, Peterlee SR8 2QJ

20th February – South Durham Enterprise Agency, Innovation House, Bishop Auckland, DL14 6XB

22nd February – Novus Business Centre, 7 Spectrum Busıness Park, Seaham, SR7 7TT

6th March – Room 6, Derwentside Business Centre, Consett DH8 6BP

8th March – 5 Welbury Way, Aycliffe Business Park, Newton Aycliffe, DL5 6ZE

20th March – Salvus House, Aykley Heads, Durham, DH1 5TS

22nd March – South Durham Enterprise Agency, Innovation House, Bishop Auckland, DL14 6XB

For more information or to book an appointment please contact emma.neal@mavencp.com