C45 | Bloom VC Bloom VC provides alternati ve access to funding for startups.

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Bloom is the fi rst crowdfunding platf orm of its kind, designed and created not only to off er fl edgling entrepreneurs with a business idea the opportunity to secure start-up funds but to provide the necessary ongoing support to ensure the idea becomes a success. Crowdfunding is a global phenomenon that has changed the way start-ups, student enterprises, social and community projects raise money. It’s simply tapping into the online crowd your network of friends and family, and their network and beyond to ask for donati ons of cash in return for rewards.

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B12 | Bonaccord Bonaccord is a law fi rm specialising in supporti ng science based innovati ve businesses with parti cular experti se in the life sciences. In additi on to legal services we also off er mediati on of commercial disputes. 0131 202 6527 | www.bonaccord.eu

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B10 | Business Gateway Business Gateway gives businesses practi cal help and guidance; contributi ng to the economic wellbeing of Scotland by providing access to publicly funded business support services to people starti ng up or growing their businesses.

We off er a range of professional resources, support and tools to help businesses learn new skills, create new opportuniti es and develop strategies for sustainable growth by providing:- bgateway.com - comprehensive website with tools and informati on to help businesses grow and develop business informati on - dedicated team providing informati on and support on all aspects of starti ng or growing a business workshops and events - free local workshops and events held throughout Scotland for businesses with growth potenti al - advice to suit specifi c business needs through a network of experienced business advisers We also have strong partnerships with a wide variety of professional organisati ons to ensure clients receive the best possible advice to match their business ambiti ons.

0845 609 6611 | www.bgateway.com

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