Monday 15 September 2025
10:00am - 12:00pm
STEAMhouse, Belmont Works, Cardigan St, Birmingham B4 7RQ
Workshop 2: Beyond the Spreadsheet – Creative Financial Tools for Business Growth
Monday 15th September 2025 – 10:00 – 12noon
In today’s competitive market, creative businesses need more than just talent. They need the right financial systems to unlock growth. Join James Meyrick for this hands-on workshop designed for creative entrepreneurs, designers, and business owners who want to take control of their numbers without losing sight of their craft.
Whether you’re scaling a product line, managing multiple income streams or simply trying to keep your admin under control, this session will introduce you to the smartest digital tools and techniques to help your business thrive.
What you’ll gain:
By the end of this workshop you will:
Who should attend?
Creative business owners, SMEs, students and small teams looking to strengthen their financial foundations while staying agile and innovative.
About the Facilitator – James Meyrick
James Meyrick, The founder of JCWT Consulting, working hands-on with SMEs, startups, and sole traders to help them plan, grow, and solve financial challenges, especially those without a dedicated finance team. His background covers over 15 years in business banking and finance with experience across the UK, US and internationally, including projects with major banks and fast moving fintechs. He has led teams in both traditional banking and innovative start-up environments so he understands what growing businesses need, whether they are looking for clarity, funding, or practical and jargon free support.
Now based in the West Midlands and active in both the Greater Birmingham and Coventry & Warwickshire Chambers of Commerce passionate about helping business owners cut through complexity and move forward with confidence.