Industry news
25.07.2019
UKBAA CEO Jenny Tooth’s bi-weekly update – 25th July
As we scorch in the height of the current heatwave, we are contemplating the launch of Boris’ hot new Ministerial team ready to push through sweat and tears to...
25.07.2019
Seedrs launches FMCG Accelerator
Seedrs have launched their first FMCG Accelerator Programme dedicated to helping up to 10 UK-based FMCG businesses raise capital through equity crowdfunding. Food and Beverage businesses have always been...
24.07.2019
A STAR IS BORN – EUROPEAN PROSPECTUS REGULATION ENTERS IN TO FULL FORCE
Today, 21 July 2019, is a remarkable date for a newly born generation of capital markets. It’s the day the European Prospectus Regulation enters into full effect everywhere in the European...
24.07.2019
Deepbridge Capital announces appointment of two new BDMs
Deepbridge Capital, the tax-efficient investment manager, has today (24th July 2019) announced the appointment of two new Business Development Managers (BDMs) covering both the North West and North East...
24.07.2019
Aston Lark wins Insurance Broker of the Year at the British Insurance Awards 2019
We are delighted to announce that Aston Lark has won the award for Insurance Broker of the Year at the British Insurance Awards 2019. The British Insurance Awards took place last night...
22.07.2019
2019 ScaleUp Business Survey – have your say!
ScaleUp Institute’s 2019 Scaleup Survey – the UK’s largest survey of its fast-growing companies – wants to hear from you. The Scaleup Survey is now in its fifth year....
22.07.2019
Augmentor – Open Call for early stage immersive startups
Augmentor is a 12 week acceleration programme offering early stage immersive companies with technical and business mentorship, access to state-of-the-art immersive facilities and regular check-ins with investors. The programme...
22.07.2019
Swansea start-up QuoteOnSite secures £350k in equity seed funding round
QuoteOnSite announces cash injection to facilitate aggressive growth over the next 12 months thanks to investment from the Development Bank of Wales and Deri Green. Swansea-based technology start-up QuoteOnSite...
18.07.2019
Female founders raise record-breaking investment round to revolutionise cancer care
Today, Vine Health announce the completion of their £1.2m seed round, led by Playfair Capital – marking the first ever investment round of over £1m raised by an all-female...
18.07.2019
BDO and Henley Business Angels Sign Sponsorship Agreement
Henley Business Angels (HBA) is delighted to announce a partnership with BDO, an international accountancy and business advisory firm. BDO will provide HBA with sponsorship to help deliver its aim of...