A practical, discussion-led session bringing together music businesses, funders and sector organisations to explore how SMEs in the music industry in West Yorkshire can access the right kind of finance - at the right time.
Event Details:
📍 Royal Armouries Museum, Leeds
📅 Tuesday 21 April 2026
🕐 1:00pm – 3:00pm
About the session
Access to funding remains one of the biggest challenges facing Music SMEs — but there’s no one-size-fits-all solution.
This session is designed to open up honest, practical discussion around:
The real challenges music businesses face when seeking finance
When debt, equity, grants or alternative funding might (or might not) be appropriate
How to assess risk, readiness and opportunity before taking on funding
What support and options are currently available in the region
We’ll hear directly from the British Business Bank as one example within a wider funding landscape — alongside open discussion to explore different perspectives, experiences and approaches.
Who this is for
This event is for:
Music SMEs (labels, studios, venues, service companies, publishers etc.)
Business leaders and decision-makers
Organisations supporting the music and creative sector
Format
Short introduction and context setting
Guest input from Cat Smith, British Business Bank
Open discussion and shared experiences
Informal networking
Why attend?
Because understanding funding isn’t just about access — it’s about making informed decisions.
This session aims to give you:
A clearer view of the funding landscape
Space to ask critical questions
Insight from peers facing similar challenges
A more balanced perspective on risk, growth and resilience
Hosted by:
Tracks, British Business Bank, West Yorkshire Music Network, and Come Play With Me CIC
Free to attend, booking required.