Finance To Scale
Date - 15th September 2026
Time - 1400 - 1700
Location - The Lookout, Edinburgh Futures Insitute
Curated by CT Advisors
What To Expect
Growth requires more than ambition. At some point, every scaling business faces the same challenge:
How do you secure the funding needed to reach the next stage of growth while making the right decisions for the future of the business?
Finance to Scale is an interactive masterclass designed for founders, business leaders and management teams who are preparing to scale, raise investment or accelerate growth.
Through a combination of expert insights, real-world experiences and facilitated discussion, attendees will gain a practical understanding of how business funding works and the options available to them as they grow.
Session Content
The session will explore the journey from identifying a funding requirement through to securing finance, helping attendees understand the different routes available, the advantages and challenges of each approach, and how investors and lenders assess growth businesses.
Topics will include sources of finance, funding readiness, growth planning and the key factors that influence successful fundraising.
Alongside specialist input from experienced finance professionals, founders and CFOs who have successfully navigated their own growth journeys will share lessons learned, common pitfalls and practical advice.
An interactive panel discussion, audience Q&A and facilitated roundtable conversations will provide the opportunity to ask questions, exchange experiences and learn from peers facing similar challenges.
Key Takeaways
By attending, you will:
Gain a clearer understanding of the funding options available to scaling businesses
Learn how investors, lenders and funding partners evaluate growth opportunities
Understand what makes a business investment-ready
Hear first-hand experiences from founders and finance leaders who have successfully scaled organisations
Build valuable connections with fellow business leaders and members of the scaling ecosystem
Leave with practical insights and actions that can support your own growth ambitions
Whether you are planning your first investment raise, considering debt finance or preparing for your next stage of expansion, this masterclass will help you make more informed decisions and approach growth with greater confidence.