Finance Fundamentals for Start-ups and Freelancers

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Event details

Thursday 31 October 2024
12:00pm
Conference Room , Interdisciplinary Centre of the Social Sciences (ICOSS), The University of Sheffield, 219 Portobello, Sheffield, S1 4DP

Description

All businesses and organisations must generate revenue to remain operational.  Finance is therefore a huge part to get right within a start-up.  . 

Join us for this insightful session where we'll explore the essential tools and strategies for predicting your business's financial future. We'll delve into how to accurately forecast revenue, calculate marginal costs, how to calculate net profit, and discover effective strategies to bridge the cash flow gap.

Speaker Bio

Keith Jackson is a seasoned technology leader with a passion for innovation and entrepreneurship. A graduate of Computer Science from the computer boom, he gained valuable experience in several Cambridge start-ups before founding his own successful control systems company.

Following the sale of his company to a global corporation, Keith served as Chief Technology Officer in two multinational companies. His journey led him to the University of Sheffield, where he was drawn to the university's entrepreneurial spirit and collaborative environment.

Today, Keith is dedicated to mentoring and inspiring aspiring entrepreneurs. He shares his expertise through lecturing and non-executive director roles. Whether you're just starting out or looking to scale your business, Keith is eager to provide guidance and support.

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