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Expert Vetted (Upwork) Funding Advisor, I am dedicated to get your idea of the ground, fund the start-up and invest for growth. Every successful business begins with the right foundation. My services are strategically designed to support your startup through each critical growth phase each a step towards your goal of a running your own company. 1. Grant Funding: Start with non-dilutive funding to validate your concept 2. Business Plan Development: Your Blueprint for Success to guide your journey 3. Investor Pitch Deck: Tell Your Story, Capture Interest, attract additional investment 4. RFP & Tender Response: Secure valuable contracts to establish sustainable revenue A Corporate Executive turned Funding Advisor, with a wealth of experience garnered from leading international companies and start-up enterprises. I can lead you through the intricacies of securing funding, tailoring your innovation into a compelling submission to propel your business towards its funding goals. With a meticulous approach and a proven track record of success, I am your ideal partner to guide businesses towards funding success. Book a consultation today.

I am a strategic grant consultant and founder of Cedar Grants Consulting, with over four years of cross-continental experience supporting mission-driven organisations across England and Nigeria. I bring a rare combination of non-profit grant writing expertise and for-profit grant management experience. I have helped organisations secure over £91,000 in grant funding from trusts and foundations, across sectors including community welfare, health and wellbeing, women's empowerment, youth and mentorship, arts and inclusion, disability, and education. Alongside this, I work in grants management within the medical education industry, supporting the coordination and administration of pharmaceutical and medical education grants and sponsorships across the full lifecycle, from funder submission through to contracting. My BSc in Biomedical Sciences and MSc in Public Health give me genuine scientific and public health literacy, meaning I understand the medical and clinical content involved, not just the administrative process around it. What I offer on Upwork: - Grant writing and proposal development for non-profit and charitable organisations - Grant and sponsorship administration for pharmaceutical, medical education, and corporate clients - Funder research and prospecting across UK, European, and international funders - Grant readiness assessments - Pipeline and deadline management - Application review and editing I use industry tools including Fundin.ai, Charity Excellence Framework, Candid, GrantStation, Grantable, and GEMS, and I bring the same rigour and care to every engagement regardless of sector or size. I hold a BSc in Biomedical Sciences from Queen's University Belfast and a Master's in Public Health from the University of South Wales. If you need a grant consultant who understands both the science and the strategy, across non-profit and for-profit contexts, I would be glad to discuss your project.

A well-written business plan isn’t enough to get funded. What matters is whether it aligns with what lenders and investors are actually looking for. That’s where I come in. I help startups, entrepreneurs, and growing businesses create investor-ready and lender-ready business plans designed to meet real-world funding expectations, whether you’re applying for SBA loans, grants, investor funding, or visa approvals. With over 3+ years of experience, I’ve supported 100+ startups across 20+ countries and contributed to raising over $100M in funding. MY SERVICES INCLUDES: ✅Investor-Ready Business Plans ✅Detailed Financial Projections (3–5 years) ✅Pitch Decks that tell compelling stories ✅SBA Loan & Bank-Ready Business Plans ✅Grant Writing & Grant Applications ✅Visa Business Plans (E2, L1, EB2, EB5) ✅Market Research & Competitive Analysis Most writers create generic plans. I build strategic, funding-focused documents that align with what investors, banks, and grant providers actually look for. ✔️ Proven experience across global markets ✔️ Strong financial modeling & business strategy expertise ✔️ Tailored, non-template work ✔️ Clear, professional, and investor-friendly writing HOW I CAN SUPPORT YOUR BUSINESS Business Plans (Investor-ready & lender-compliant) Financial Projections (3–5 year forecasts with clear assumptions) Pitch Decks (clear, compelling, and story-driven) SBA Loan & Bank-Ready Plans Grant Writing & Applications Visa Business Plans (E2, L1, EB2, EB5) Market Research & Competitive Analysis If you're serious about getting funded or presenting your business the right way, feel free to Invite me to your project or send me a message. Best, Yomi A. Business Plan Writing l Business Plan Writer l Financial Projections l Business Plan l Pitch Deck Investor-Ready Business Plan l Startup Business Plan l SBA Business Plan l Loan-Ready Business Plan l Investor Funding l Grant Writing l Funding Proposal l Feasibility Study l Financial Modeling Cash Flow Projection l Market Research l Business Strategy

Overview: With over £15 million secured for startups and SMEs, I deliver end-to-end grant and financial strategies that transform businesses. From breakout innovations to global Olympic partnerships. My results include funding software now used in stadiums worldwide and supporting clients from “lockdown” beginnings into market leaders. As a PhD-level professional with 14 years’ experience, I specialise in winning high-scoring Innovate UK grants and major awards across UK, European, US, and Australian funding cycles. Clients benefit from my insider expertise as both a seasoned grant writer and grant assessor. My approach is perfectionist: every application is aligned to the highest-scoring rubric, and I work as an extension of my client’s team. If we don't think you will win, we will not recommend you apply. It's that simple. What Sets Me Apart: Full-scope financial strategist, integrated with accountants, R&D tax experts, and patent specialists, clients instantly access a comprehensive funding suite. Long-term, retainer-based relationships: I act as a full funding department for organisations lacking internal resources, providing a “plug-and-play” solution with continual funding alerts and seamless application cycles. Ethical practices: hourly rates, no hefty deposits, and transparent pricing. I believe world-changing innovations deserve world-class support, regardless of size or sector. Expertise in challenging fields, from biotech and cancer therapeutics to software and arts. Transformation stories: Helped startups win multiple grants in a single Innovate UK contest, then scale to Olympic-level partnerships. Secured crucial cancer research funding and supported international research consortia over multiple European countries. Target Clients: SMEs, startups (Barclays Eagle Labs partner), nonprofits, international business groups, and R&D consortia seeking UK, EU, US, or Australian funding. Services: Comprehensive grant search and management Full grant write-up and editing (to “winning standard”) Financial strategy sessions for investor readiness Investor introductions and consortia building Retainer programs for hands-off funding management Hourly consultations and flexible packages for every budget Mission: I advocate for clients with world-changing ambitions. My mission is to make funding accessible, stress-free, and strategically sound, whether supporting a global tech launch or mentoring a new charity.

Specialist in Innovate UK and European grant applications with a successful track record of winning funding: ***I have written over 30 successful grant and applications since 2022, winning over £3.3 million for my clients*** I will help make your grant or tender application as good as it can be and boost your chances of success. If you are writing your own application then I can review it and give you specific feedback on how you can improve your score). If you don't know where to start or you are short of time, then let me take the stress out of writing your grant or tender application. I can take the lead on compiling the application and all the associated appendices. I would make it as easy as possible for you to gather the right information so I can transform it into an award winning application! Get in touch to discuss how I can help you to win an Innovate UK grant, European funding or a tender application. Most Innovate UK Competitions including: • Agri-tech / AgriScale • Energy Catalyst • Women in Innovation • Frontier AI • SBRI Competitions Many European Funding Competitions including: • Eurostars • EIC Accelerator • Innowwide Various Tender and Bid applications • Public procurement • Pre-qualifications and frameworks My Background: I have over 15 years of experience as an Environmental Consultant with expertise in environmental science, chemistry, oil and gas, quality management, health & safety, and much more. I am a skilled technical writer, researcher and analyst. I deliver high quality work with exceptional attention to detail. I will take the time to listen and understand your requirements, then maintain great communication throughout the project to ensure that the end product meets and exceeds your expectations. Whether you need a scientific report, technical research, a grant application, company procedures or supporting documents, I will write in a style suited to your audience. In previous roles as a Senior Environmental Consultant, I have worked with clients including Exxon, Petronas, ASDA Walmart, Veolia as well as local authorities and agencies. Past projects include: * Modelling the fate of pollutants in the environment * Environmental Impact Assessments * Enviornmental permitting and compliance for projects across different countries * Risk analysis and strategic risk management * Scientific research and reporting * Production and delivery of technical presentations and training * Contaminated land investigations * Air monitoring and workplace air quality assessments * Water treatment * Catchment management and groundwater modelling * Writing technical web content * Carbon credits and offsetting * GIS Analysis and mapping * Expertise in data protection and GDPR * Designing and managing 14001 Environmental Management Systems and 9001 Quality Management Systems * Preparing documentation and evidence to meet the requirements of a wide range of grants, bids and tenders.

✅ Doctor of Engineering (DEng) and Master of Computer Science (MSCS) from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) ✅ Master's degree in Finance and Business from the University of Oxford ✅ Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Harvard University ✅ Over 15 years of professional experience with Fortune 500 Companies including Google, Microsoft, JPMorgan Chase, Goldman Sachs, McKinsey & Company, and Amazon ✅ Published author of over 50 research papers and articles in esteemed journals and online platforms ✅ Certified CFA & CPA certified, Business Intelligence & Analytics Expert, Financial Markets and Investment Strategy Specialization, Financial Accounting and Analysis , Portfolio Management ✅ Proven experience in academic writing, content creation, and social media management with a record of increasing online engagement by 80% ✅ Consulted over 50 startups leading to successful million-dollar growth ✅ Completed over 200 projects for clients from more than 25 countries, including enterprise-level projects for Apple, Facebook, Twitter, Tesla, and Space-X ✅ Successfully secured a $200M for as a grant writer, and led a project that increased Goldman Sachs' annual revenue by 20% As an industry-leading professional recognized in Forbes 30 Under 30, I bring an exceptional blend of technical, financial, and business expertise backed by top-tier education from MIT, Oxford, and Harvard. I have over 15 years of professional experience working with Fortune 500 companies like Google, Microsoft, JPMorgan Chase, Goldman Sachs, McKinsey & Company, and Amazon in various capacities. In these roles, I've continuously driven business success and innovation. I have provided consultation to over 50 startups, leading them to successful million-dollar growth. This was accomplished through insightful business strategies, leveraging technology, and focusing on operational efficiency. I am an accomplished content creator and academic writer, with over 50 publications in esteemed journals and online platforms. As a social media strategist, I have managed multiple successful campaigns and initiatives, consistently increasing online engagement by 80%. Additionally, my experience as an SEO Specialist at Amazon has equipped me with skills to optimize online visibility and drive user interaction. I have a range of globally recognized certifications. I have successfully completed over 400 projects for clients from more than 25 countries, including enterprise-level projects for Apple, Facebook, Twitter, Tesla, and Space-X. Among my most significant achievements, I secured a $200M grant for companies ., resulting in substantial business growth. At Goldman Sachs, I led a machine learning project that contributed to a 20% increase in annual revenue. With a comprehensive skill set, extensive experience, and a proven track record of delivering exceptional results, I am poised to contribute significantly to any project. I look forward to discussing your project in detail and determining how my expertise can fulfill your needs.