Frequently Asked Questions
About Emerald Global Advisory
Q: What makes Emerald Global Advisory different from other consultants?
A: We specialize in women-led and purpose-driven businesses, offering personalized solutions. Our founder, Ananya, has 10+ years in corporate finance and has secured over $1.2M in grants for clients. We work as your growth partner.
A: We specialize in women-led and purpose-driven businesses, offering personalized solutions. Our founder, Ananya, has 10+ years in corporate finance and has secured over $1.2M in grants for clients. We work as your growth partner.
Q: Do you work with startups or only established businesses?
A: We support women-led and purpose-driven businesses at all stages, from pre-launch to scaling. We have tailored packages for early-stage ventures and expanding businesses.
A: We support women-led and purpose-driven businesses at all stages, from pre-launch to scaling. We have tailored packages for early-stage ventures and expanding businesses.
Services & Pricing
Q: How much does it cost to work with you?
A: Pricing varies by service and package. We offer flexible options to fit various budgets and scope of work
A: Pricing varies by service and package. We offer flexible options to fit various budgets and scope of work
Q: Can you help us secure grants?
A: Yes! Grant writing is a core service. We identify opportunities, develop strategies, and provide full writing and submission support, with a strong focus on funding for women-led and purpose-driven initiatives. We've helped clients secure over $1.2M.
A: Yes! Grant writing is a core service. We identify opportunities, develop strategies, and provide full writing and submission support, with a strong focus on funding for women-led and purpose-driven initiatives. We've helped clients secure over $1.2M.
Q: How do I get started?
A: Contact us through our website or book a free clarity call to understand your business, goals, and challenges, then recommend the best services and next steps tailored to your women-led or purpose-driven venture.
A: Contact us through our website or book a free clarity call to understand your business, goals, and challenges, then recommend the best services and next steps tailored to your women-led or purpose-driven venture.
Geographic & Industry Scope
Q: Do you work with businesses outside the UK and US?
A: Yes! We work with women-led and purpose-driven businesses globally, including clients in North America, and Europe. Our virtual setup allows us to provide seamless support regardless of location.
A: Yes! We work with women-led and purpose-driven businesses globally, including clients in North America, and Europe. Our virtual setup allows us to provide seamless support regardless of location.
Q: What industries do you specialize in?
A: We work across diverse sectors including education, healthcare, social enterprises, professional services, and creative industries. Our expertise adapts to your specific industry needs while maintaining focus on women-led ventures.
A: We work across diverse sectors including education, healthcare, social enterprises, professional services, and creative industries. Our expertise adapts to your specific industry needs while maintaining focus on women-led ventures.
Engagement Details
Q: How long does a typical engagement last?
A: Engagements vary based on your needs. Some clients work with us on specific projects (3-6 months), while others prefer ongoing monthly support. We offer flexible arrangements from one-time strategy sessions to long-term fractional CFO partnerships.
A: Engagements vary based on your needs. Some clients work with us on specific projects (3-6 months), while others prefer ongoing monthly support. We offer flexible arrangements from one-time strategy sessions to long-term fractional CFO partnerships.
Q: What accounting software do you work with?
A: We're proficient in QuickBooks, Xero, FreshBooks, and other major accounting platforms. We can work with your existing system or help you choose and implement the right solution for your business.
A: We're proficient in QuickBooks, Xero, FreshBooks, and other major accounting platforms. We can work with your existing system or help you choose and implement the right solution for your business.
Q: Do you handle tax filing, audit, or statutory compliance?
A: No. EGA specialises in financial management, bookkeeping, reporting, grant management, and CFO advisory. We do not provide tax filing, statutory compliance, or audit services. We're happy to refer you to trusted partners for those needs.
A: No. EGA specialises in financial management, bookkeeping, reporting, grant management, and CFO advisory. We do not provide tax filing, statutory compliance, or audit services. We're happy to refer you to trusted partners for those needs.
Security & Confidentiality
Q: How do you ensure the security of our financial data?
A: We use industry-leading security protocols including encrypted data transmission, secure cloud storage and password management tools like LastPass. All team members sign NDAs and follow strict data protection policies compliant with GDPR and other regulations.
A: We use industry-leading security protocols including encrypted data transmission, secure cloud storage and password management tools like LastPass. All team members sign NDAs and follow strict data protection policies compliant with GDPR and other regulations.
Q: Is our information kept confidential?
A: Absolutely. Client confidentiality is paramount. We maintain strict confidentiality agreements, limit data access to essential team members only, and never share your information with third parties without explicit consent.
A: Absolutely. Client confidentiality is paramount. We maintain strict confidentiality agreements, limit data access to essential team members only, and never share your information with third parties without explicit consent.
Q: What happens to our data if we stop working together?
A: You retain full ownership of all your data. Upon engagement completion, we provide you with all files, reports, and documentation. We securely archive your data for a specified retention period (as agreed in our contract) and then permanently delete it per your instructions.
A: You retain full ownership of all your data. Upon engagement completion, we provide you with all files, reports, and documentation. We securely archive your data for a specified retention period (as agreed in our contract) and then permanently delete it per your instructions.
Ongoing Support
Q: Do you offer ongoing support after project completion?
A: Yes! Clients transition to our monthly retainer packages for ongoing support. We also offer ad-hoc consulting sessions if you need occasional guidance after a project concludes.
A: Yes! Clients transition to our monthly retainer packages for ongoing support. We also offer ad-hoc consulting sessions if you need occasional guidance after a project concludes.
Q: Can you integrate with our existing tools and systems?
A: Yes, we're experienced in integrating with various business tools including accounting software, project management platforms and communication tools. We adapt to your existing workflow to minimize disruption.
A: Yes, we're experienced in integrating with various business tools including accounting software, project management platforms and communication tools. We adapt to your existing workflow to minimize disruption.
Still Have Questions?
Our FAQs aim to provide clarity, but your business may have unique needs. If you haven't found specific answers or are ready to explore tailored solutions to accelerate your growth, connect with us directly for personalized expert guidance.
Ready to connect?
Email us at info@emeraldglobaladvisory.com. We're eager to partner with you!