Female Founders Forum
We’re proud to have partnered with Ten Entrepreneurs to set up the Female Founders Forum – a space where inspirational women entrepreneurs can connect, support each other and promote innovation1.
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Investing in women
We’re #backingtheUK to empower every woman in business
From practical tools and resources, to events and financial support – we’re committed to helping female-led businesses across the UK to thrive.
Realise your potential
Because you’re balancing more than just the books, we want to make sure you’re equipped with the right information, tools and networking opportunities to bring your business dreams to life.
Eagle Lab Events
As part of our pioneering Eagle Labs platform, we’ve planned an exciting range of talks, events and workshops to help your business thrive.
LifeSkills
Whether you’re looking to unlock your own potential or nurture others, we’re here to help you develop the key skills you need to excel at work and beyond.
Stories to inspire
Here’s how four female entrepreneurs overcame tough challenges to launch and land their businesses.
Entrepreneurs uncovered: Fran Bishop
How a pair of patent leather shoes led to a children’s wear chain
Owner of The Pud Store – and Apprentice finalist – Fran Bishop talks about how working as a barmaid and a formative childhood experience helped shape her as an entrepreneur.
Entrepreneurs uncovered: Tania Boler
How Elvie is changing the way people think about women’s technology
Tania Boler talks about the challenge of bringing Elvie Trainer, the award-winning smart Kegel exerciser, to market and her passion for technology to improve women’s lives.
Staff on demand
How Lantum plans to save the NHS £1 billion
Lantum wanted to help with big cost savings across the NHS and needed funding and support to make it happen.
Entrepreneurs Uncovered: Cassandra Stavrou
How Propercorn went from cement mixers to supermarket shelves
The premium snack entrepreneur talks about the importance of self-belief when founding a business and how she ensures her company culture attracts a talented team.
Here to help you
Not sure where to begin? Discover the insights you need to start building a business you’re proud of today.
Writing a business plan
Your guide to a successful business plan
A good business plan defines what you want to achieve and how you intend to achieve it. Our guide could help you write yours.
Do I need a business bank account?
If you’re using a personal bank account for your business, switching to a business one could save you time, simplify your business accounting and help you access business finance.
What I know about cashflow
Resi co-founder Jules Coleman tells her cashflow story
We catch up with serial entrepreneur and business founder Jules Coleman who tells us the cashflow story behind one of the UK’s leading architectural practices
The funding ecosystem explained
How to use venture capital and venture debt to scale up your business.
Business bank accounts
Whether you’re a seasoned businesswoman or just starting out, our business accounts are here to help make banking simple. Make payments, send invoices and manage your account on the go with our award-winning app2. T&Cs apply.