If you are starting or growing a business in Cardiff, there is a range of advice/support and potential funding available to you.
The links below provided information on business advice, financial support, property searches,
inward investment and business events.
Business Support and Financial Assistance
Business in FocusExternal link opens in a new window provide free business advice, support, mentoring, training and potentially funding to help get the business up and running.
The Development Bank of WalesExternal link opens in a new window can provide flexible loan and equity finance from £1,000 - £5 million. Their micro loans (up to £50,000) cover a range of investment needs such as:
- Purchasing stock,
- New plant/equipment,
- Cash flow,
- New premises,
- Premises acquisition.
Businesses that have been trading for 2 years can apply for loans through their ‘Fast-track’ process.
Cardiff Credit UnionExternal link opens in a new window offers attractive business finance with flexible repayment structures and low interest.
Business Premises
For advice on available business premises, Cardiff Council provide a portfolio of
properties available to letExternal link opens in a new window. These include offices, retail, light industrial units and Cardiff Market. If you require any other property advice assistance on finding non-Council premises available to let, please email us at
businessadvice@cardiff.gov.uk
Events in Cardiff
The
Business Wales Events FinderExternal link opens in a new window provides information on events including training, workshops, networking and seminars.
For any other information, advice or support required, please contact us at businessadvice@cardiff.gov.uk