Spark Workshop: Building a Board
Thu, 07 Oct
|Manchester
In this workshop, we will explore the benefits and pitfalls as well as when and how to start forming an effective board.


Time & Location
07 Oct 2021, 10:00
Manchester, 129 Deansgate, Manchester M2 5JB, UK
About the event
Building an effective advisory board
Advisory boards are accessible to businesses of any size and can be a valuable tool in accelerating sustainable growth through developing specialist networks and knowledge and setting longer term plans.So why, studies suggest as little as 6% of SMEs, do so few take steps to build their own boards?In this workshop, we will explore the benefits and pitfalls, when and how to start forming an effective board.
You will learn:
- How to define the type of support you need - Practical routes to identifying and connecting with potential advisers - How much to expect to pay - Tips for developing effective boards
Charlotte Ashton, a corporate finance accountant led the origination team at a mid-market private equity fund since 2014 prior to setting up her consultancy. Implicit works with SMEs, focusing on stakeholder management, investment and exit readiness. Charlotte is an advocate for removing barriers to investment through promoting education and effective communication between entrepreneurs and investors.Charlotte also sits on the board of Fund Her North, a NfP aimed to increase the investment rate into all-female teams which, based on the findings of the Rose Review sits, at c1% of the total UK VC funds raised.
About Spark:
Sometimes we need some inspiration or a helping hand to spark a great idea. Something that could enhance your product, a better way of working, or even a brand new company. We want to spark your great idea and together, with the right people and tools, we can grow it into something incredible. So that's why Bruntwood Works has created a Business Support programme of insightful Spark Webinars, one-to-one Spark Advisor sessions, practical Spark Workshops and curated Spark Connections. We’re here every step of the way - you’ve got this!Find out more at bruntwood.co.uk/spark