Workshop 2: Beyond the Spreadsheet – Creative Financial Tools

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:

• Tech you can trust: Discover the most intuitive digital platforms, cloud services and AI tools to manage finances with ease.
• Clarity on cashflow: Learn fast effective ways to track pricing, margins and cashflow.
• Finance that fits your flow: Integrate financial tracking seamlessly into your creative process.
• Admin simplified: Streamline paperwork, reduce errors and free up more time for what you do best.

By the end of this workshop you will:

• Identify and use accessible finance tools that save hours each week.
• Avoid the most common (and costly) admin mistakes.
• Build a tailored digital platform to support business growth and resilience.

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.