Ascension Health

Ascension Health, a non-profit Catholic health system, operates a venture capital arm, Ascension Ventures, established in 2001. Based in Saint Louis, Missouri, with additional offices in London, Ascension Ventures invests in early to late-stage companies, focusing on healthcare and technology sectors. The firm targets a minimum investment of $0.318 million and a maximum of $1.912 million, typically exiting within 4 to 7 years. Ascension Ventures invests in areas such as healthcare services, devices, and technology, as well as financial technology, commerce, sustainability, and deep technology in the United Kingdom. The firm aims to deliver compassionate, personalized care to all, with a particular focus on those living in poverty and the most vulnerable.

Guneesh Batra

Investment Manager

Luke Birch

Associate

Emma Blackburn

Venture Partner

Garvin Brown

Venture Partner

Sean Cheng

Managing Director

Kate Davis

Investment Principal

Pooja Goel

Managing Director

Aleksander Habdank

Venture Partner

Taha Jangda

Managing Director

Jami Jenkins

Venture Partner

Victor Kats

Managing Director

John Kuelper JD

Senior Managing Director

Nikolaos Makris

Venture Partner

Sam Marchant

Investment Associate

Remy Minute

Partner, Director and Chairman of the Investment Committee

Spencer Root

Senior Investment Associate

Brendan Salvino

Senior Investment Associate

Ryan Schuler

Senior Managing Director

Barney Smith

Venture Partner

Diane Stewart JD

Venture Partner

Saurabh Tripathi

CFO and Executive Vice President

Chris Wheatcroft

Investment Partner

Past deals in London

Zen Educate

Series B in 2024
Zen Educate Limited is a London-based company that operates an online platform designed to connect teachers with schools. Founded in 2016, the platform facilitates job placements for teachers, teaching assistants, and cover supervisors in various roles, including short-term, long-term, and permanent positions. The company's technology aims to create quality matches between educational institutions and qualified professionals, enhancing the recruitment process in the education sector. Zen Educate also has an office in Manchester, United Kingdom, further supporting its mission to streamline staffing in schools.

Kuano

Seed Round in 2023
Kuano Ltd is a London-based company that specializes in providing quantum and artificial intelligence solutions for molecular design, particularly in the fields of drug discovery and development. Founded in 2020, Kuano has developed a unique discovery platform that integrates quantum simulation with AI-led chemistry, enabling the design of effective inhibitors by analyzing the mechanisms of target enzymes. This innovative approach allows for faster and more efficient development of drug candidates, enhancing the quality of new pharmaceuticals while simultaneously reducing the time required for discovery. The company's solutions are applicable across various sectors, including pharmaceuticals, crop protection, and industrial chemistry.

SuperFi

Pre Seed Round in 2023
SuperFi Finance is a London-based financial application company founded in 2021, focused on providing personalized debt support to users. The application is designed to assist bill providers in helping their customers manage their bills and avoid problem debt, particularly during challenging economic times such as the Cost-of-Living crisis. By consolidating various sources of debt and bills into one easy-to-use platform, SuperFi empowers users to maximize their incomes, reduce their expenses, and manage their payments effectively. This approach not only aids users in paying their bills on time but also enables bill providers to enhance customer outcomes while lowering operational costs.

Plend

Seed Round in 2022
Plend is building a better way to borrow where consumers are no longer held back by credit history. Built on the belief that one size doesn’t fit all when it comes to credit, Plend was created to enable wider access to truly affordable loans, underpinned by new and innovative advances in open-banking powered credit scoring in order to create a fairer future for borrowers. The company was founded in 2020 and is based in London, England.

Alice Camera

Seed Round in 2022
Alice Camera is a computational photography technology company founded in 2022 and based in London, United Kingdom. The company specializes in direct capture and image enhancement, providing an AI-enabled mirrorless lens that can be attached to smartphones. This innovative lens allows users to capture high-quality photos and videos without the need for laptops, facilitating immediate sharing across various platforms. By focusing on convenience and quality, Alice Camera aims to empower content creators and customers to produce and disseminate their visual content effortlessly.

Hammock

Venture Round in 2022
Hammock is a technology platform established in 2019 by Manoj Varsani, headquartered in London, England. The company specializes in property management software that assists landlords in managing their accounting operations effectively. By merging FinTech and PropTech, Hammock enables landlords and property managers to streamline financial management, encompassing rent collection, bookkeeping, and transaction reconciliation. The platform offers real-time, actionable insights derived from individual transactions, empowering users to monitor and enhance the performance of their property portfolios. Hammock's services aim to save time and reduce costs associated with managing property finances, making it easier for landlords to organize and optimize their rental payments.

Foodsteps

Seed Round in 2022
Foodsteps is a London-based startup that has created a platform designed to assist the food sector in minimizing its carbon footprint. The company specializes in providing tools and services for calculating and labeling the environmental impact of food products. Its offerings include carbon footprint assessments, environmental impact calculations, sustainability reports, and engagement services. By enabling clients to measure and understand their environmental impact, Foodsteps aims to promote sustainability within the food industry and help businesses implement effective strategies for reducing their ecological footprint.

Aura Fertility

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Aura Fertility is an evidence-based support platform established in 2019 and headquartered in London. The company focuses on emotional health and fertility wellbeing for individuals undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF). Through its application, Aura Fertility connects and empowers users on their journey to parenthood, providing access to educational resources, expert guidance, and community support. The platform aims to assist individuals in making informed fertility choices, thereby enhancing their overall experience during the conception process.

Mobilus Labs

Venture Round in 2022
Mobilus Labs Limited is a technology company specializing in wearable voice communication devices and a comprehensive software platform. Founded in 2017 and based in London, the company focuses on facilitating hands-free and ear-free voice transmission for teams across various sectors. Its product lineup includes mobiWAN, designed for use in harsh and noisy environments; MobiWan_TR, which utilizes bone conduction technology for audio delivery; and mobiTWO, a hybrid communication device that combines VOIP and walkie-talkie features. Mobilus Labs integrates advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence-driven voice bots and voice recognition algorithms, enabling seamless communication through a combination of networks like Wi-Fi, LTE, GSM, and radio. This innovative approach allows users to communicate privately or broadcast messages to larger groups. The company was previously known as Noto Technologies Limited until its name change in March 2020.

Zen Educate

Funding Round in 2021
Zen Educate Limited is a London-based company that operates an online platform designed to connect teachers with schools. Founded in 2016, the platform facilitates job placements for teachers, teaching assistants, and cover supervisors in various roles, including short-term, long-term, and permanent positions. The company's technology aims to create quality matches between educational institutions and qualified professionals, enhancing the recruitment process in the education sector. Zen Educate also has an office in Manchester, United Kingdom, further supporting its mission to streamline staffing in schools.

CourtCorrect

Seed Round in 2021
CourtCorrect is a London-based technology company that specializes in transforming the resolution of complaints, claims, and legal cases through its innovative software platform. The company has developed an intelligent case management system that leverages advanced AI technology to enhance efficiency and user experience in navigating the legal process. By integrating user-centric design and machine learning, CourtCorrect aims to make the legal system more accessible and effective for both businesses and individuals. Its platform is trusted by multinational insurance firms, European governments, and small to medium enterprises across multiple jurisdictions. With a team comprised of experts from prestigious educational and professional backgrounds, CourtCorrect is dedicated to providing a streamlined, secure, and user-friendly approach to dispute resolution.

Plend

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Plend is building a better way to borrow where consumers are no longer held back by credit history. Built on the belief that one size doesn’t fit all when it comes to credit, Plend was created to enable wider access to truly affordable loans, underpinned by new and innovative advances in open-banking powered credit scoring in order to create a fairer future for borrowers. The company was founded in 2020 and is based in London, England.

Bonnet

Seed Round in 2021
Bonnet Ltd. is a London-based company established in 2019 that specializes in charging-as-a-service solutions for electric vehicle drivers. Its platform simplifies the charging experience by enabling users to access a wide network of public chargers through a single application, eliminating the need for separate registrations with individual charging networks. By streamlining the process, Bonnet aims to enhance convenience for both drivers and businesses, facilitating easier and more efficient electric vehicle charging.

ZeroHeight

Series A in 2021
ZeroHeight is a software company that provides a design documentation platform for creating and managing style guides. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in London, England, the company specializes in enabling users to easily build and edit design systems that are synchronized with design and development processes. Its platform enhances the ability to create polished and cohesive style guides, allowing businesses to efficiently reuse common design elements and maintain up-to-date documentation. This focus on integration between design and code facilitates a streamlined approach to design management, making it accessible for teams to develop and implement sophisticated visual standards.

Mirthy

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Mirthy is a wellness platform based in London that caters specifically to senior citizens by providing a digital space for social connection and lifelong learning. Founded in 2019, Mirthy offers a diverse array of online events, including clubs, yoga sessions, historical talks, and live music performances. The platform aims to fulfill both the social and physical needs of its users, enabling them to discover new interests, learn new skills, and connect with others over shared experiences. Through its offerings, Mirthy promotes engagement and well-being among older adults.

Switchee

Funding Round in 2021
Switchee Limited is a technology company based in London, United Kingdom, specializing in connected devices and analytics for landlords and residents in the social housing sector. Founded in 2014, Switchee has established itself as a market leader by providing an Internet-connected smart thermostat that enables effective management of heating and hot water in homes. The company's solution empowers large residential landlords to optimize their property portfolios by identifying maintenance issues, reducing fuel costs, and enhancing communication with residents. Switchee's thermostat not only helps landlords save money—yielding a return of £2 for every £1 invested—but also fosters improved living conditions by addressing issues like fuel poverty and dampness. The device serves as a two-way communication platform with residents while collecting environmental data that informs a comprehensive insights engine and landlord dashboard. Through its innovative approach, Switchee has transformed the interaction between landlords and residents, making property management more efficient and responsive to the needs of tenants.

Fraud Finder

Venture Round in 2021
Homeppl, Ltd. is a London-based company that offers an innovative internet platform designed to streamline the rental process for both renters and landlords. Founded in 2016, Homeppl enables renters to create a digital rental resume known as the Homeppl Smart Profile, which assists landlords in assessing potential tenants more effectively. The platform features a risk assessment tool that helps landlords avoid unsuitable candidates and approve more applicants by integrating instant fraud analysis and affordability assessments into their decision-making processes. Homeppl serves a diverse clientele, including prominent global corporations and fintech companies, ultimately aiming to facilitate fair rental agreements while minimizing the risks of fraud and defaults.

Fraud Finder

Venture Round in 2021
Homeppl, Ltd. is a London-based company that offers an innovative internet platform designed to streamline the rental process for both renters and landlords. Founded in 2016, Homeppl enables renters to create a digital rental resume known as the Homeppl Smart Profile, which assists landlords in assessing potential tenants more effectively. The platform features a risk assessment tool that helps landlords avoid unsuitable candidates and approve more applicants by integrating instant fraud analysis and affordability assessments into their decision-making processes. Homeppl serves a diverse clientele, including prominent global corporations and fintech companies, ultimately aiming to facilitate fair rental agreements while minimizing the risks of fraud and defaults.

Fraud Finder

Venture Round in 2021
Homeppl, Ltd. is a London-based company that offers an innovative internet platform designed to streamline the rental process for both renters and landlords. Founded in 2016, Homeppl enables renters to create a digital rental resume known as the Homeppl Smart Profile, which assists landlords in assessing potential tenants more effectively. The platform features a risk assessment tool that helps landlords avoid unsuitable candidates and approve more applicants by integrating instant fraud analysis and affordability assessments into their decision-making processes. Homeppl serves a diverse clientele, including prominent global corporations and fintech companies, ultimately aiming to facilitate fair rental agreements while minimizing the risks of fraud and defaults.

Pangaea Data

Venture Round in 2021
Pangaea Data Limited is a technology company based in London, United Kingdom, that specializes in developing machine learning-based software for the biopharmaceutical and healthcare sectors. Founded in 2017, the company focuses on optimizing drug discovery and development by leveraging data from electronic health records and unstructured clinical notes. Its software solutions aim to identify patient cohorts based on specific clinical characteristics and symptoms, enhancing the relevance and utility of scientific and clinical data in these industries. Pangaea Data Limited was previously known as Pangaea Group Limited until it rebranded in May 2018.

Spill App

Seed Round in 2021
Spill App Limited, founded in 2017 and based in London, United Kingdom, specializes in the design and development of mobile application software focused on mental health support. The company's application enables employees to connect with counselors for consultations regarding their mental health concerns. By providing a message-based therapy platform, Spill aims to enhance workplace well-being and ensure that the benefits of talking therapy are accessible to all individuals on a daily basis.

Kuula TV

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Kuula, Inc. is an online video and streaming platform designed for yoga and fitness professionals to connect with their communities. Founded in 2020 and based in London, the platform enables instructors to deliver live workout classes, videos, and courses. It also offers essential features such as scheduling, payment processing, management tools, and mailing services, which help trainers enhance their brand and boost revenue. Kuula provides a comprehensive solution that includes an on-demand library, private class options, and notifications, making it easier for fitness and yoga teachers to engage with their clients effectively.

VALK

Seed Round in 2020
VALK is a London-based company founded in 2019 that specializes in developing a software platform designed to manage, invest, and trade unlisted assets such as private company shares, fund shares, real estate, and infrastructure. By digitizing the asset management and investment workflows, VALK centralizes and automates processes traditionally performed manually, thereby improving efficiency for asset managers, investment banks, and funds. The platform supports over 70 financial institutions, including investment banks, hedge funds, and family offices, across more than 15 countries in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, North America, and South America. In the past year, VALK has facilitated transactions exceeding 4 billion USD. The company has received recognition in the form of awards for sell-side technology and asset management, and it participates in the FCA Sandbox and Tech Nation's fintech cohort.

Cudo Compute

Series A in 2020
Cudo Compute is a London-based company that specializes in monetizing underutilized computing resources through a decentralized cloud computing platform. Launched in 2017, it leverages idle hardware from data centers globally, allowing users to deploy virtual machines efficiently while reducing costs. The platform democratizes access to computing power by enabling individuals and businesses to monetize their unused resources, thereby fostering a more sustainable economic and environmental model. Cudo Compute's innovative approach empowers organizations to scale their operations flexibly without the limitations of traditional centralized cloud environments. With a presence in over 145 countries, Cudo Compute aims to optimize the use of global computing capacity, delivering significant benefits in availability, cost, and proximity to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving market.

Compare Ethics

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Compare Ethics Ltd is a London-based company that operates an online platform designed to connect consumers with verified products from various brands. Established in 2018, the platform facilitates product comparisons for both men and women, allowing shoppers to make informed choices. It employs patent-pending verification technology to ensure that product impact claims comply with strict regulatory and scientific standards, addressing increasing concerns over anti-greenwashing regulations. By leveraging machine learning, Compare Ethics not only promotes conscious consumer behavior but also assists brands and retailers in aligning with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards, ultimately fostering better business practices and informed decision-making among consumers.

ImproveWell

Venture Round in 2020
ImproveWell Ltd is a London-based company that specializes in developing a workforce engagement platform tailored for the healthcare industry. Established in 2016, ImproveWell aims to enhance employee satisfaction and improve patient care standards by providing a digital tool that empowers healthcare professionals. The platform facilitates real-time feedback from staff, allowing them to share ideas for workplace improvements and engage in discussions with management. By monitoring the progress and implementation of these suggestions, ImproveWell enables healthcare organizations to create a more supportive work environment while simultaneously enhancing the quality of care provided to patients.

Fraud Finder

Seed Round in 2020
Homeppl, Ltd. is a London-based company that offers an innovative internet platform designed to streamline the rental process for both renters and landlords. Founded in 2016, Homeppl enables renters to create a digital rental resume known as the Homeppl Smart Profile, which assists landlords in assessing potential tenants more effectively. The platform features a risk assessment tool that helps landlords avoid unsuitable candidates and approve more applicants by integrating instant fraud analysis and affordability assessments into their decision-making processes. Homeppl serves a diverse clientele, including prominent global corporations and fintech companies, ultimately aiming to facilitate fair rental agreements while minimizing the risks of fraud and defaults.

Shellworks

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Shellworks is a London-based company founded in 2019 that focuses on developing sustainable packaging solutions aimed at eliminating plastic waste. The company specializes in creating biodegradable and compostable products using waste crustacean shells, transforming them into environmentally friendly alternatives. These products are designed to be easy to dispose of, allowing users to plant them in the ground after use, where they decompose and act as natural fertilizer. Shellworks' innovative approach addresses the pressing issue of plastic pollution by providing viable, eco-friendly packaging options.

Mobilus Labs

Seed Round in 2020
Mobilus Labs Limited is a technology company specializing in wearable voice communication devices and a comprehensive software platform. Founded in 2017 and based in London, the company focuses on facilitating hands-free and ear-free voice transmission for teams across various sectors. Its product lineup includes mobiWAN, designed for use in harsh and noisy environments; MobiWan_TR, which utilizes bone conduction technology for audio delivery; and mobiTWO, a hybrid communication device that combines VOIP and walkie-talkie features. Mobilus Labs integrates advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence-driven voice bots and voice recognition algorithms, enabling seamless communication through a combination of networks like Wi-Fi, LTE, GSM, and radio. This innovative approach allows users to communicate privately or broadcast messages to larger groups. The company was previously known as Noto Technologies Limited until its name change in March 2020.

Hammock

Seed Round in 2020
Hammock is a technology platform established in 2019 by Manoj Varsani, headquartered in London, England. The company specializes in property management software that assists landlords in managing their accounting operations effectively. By merging FinTech and PropTech, Hammock enables landlords and property managers to streamline financial management, encompassing rent collection, bookkeeping, and transaction reconciliation. The platform offers real-time, actionable insights derived from individual transactions, empowering users to monitor and enhance the performance of their property portfolios. Hammock's services aim to save time and reduce costs associated with managing property finances, making it easier for landlords to organize and optimize their rental payments.

Wagestream

Series B in 2020
Wagestream Ltd., founded in 2018 and headquartered in London, United Kingdom, develops a financial services application designed to enhance employee benefits and financial well-being. The platform allows employees to access their earned wages instantly, providing them with greater control over their pay schedules. This innovation aims to alleviate financial stress related to unexpected expenses by eliminating the need for advances, loans, and the burdens of high-interest credit or payday loans. Additionally, Wagestream offers various financial tools that help businesses support their employees in managing expenses, setting savings goals, and developing financial plans. By addressing these financial challenges, Wagestream seeks to reduce the poverty premium and prevent employees from falling into cycles of debt.

Alva

Seed Round in 2020
Alva Health Limited is a London-based company that offers a digital healthcare platform focused on supporting women during perimenopause and menopause. Established in 2020, Alva provides evidence-based information, advice, and treatment options to help manage symptoms associated with this life stage. The platform facilitates access to personalized consultations and medical services, allowing women to connect with healthcare professionals and obtain the resources they need in one convenient location. By combining real-life experiences with medical insights, Alva aims to empower women with the knowledge and support essential for navigating menopause effectively.

Smartcom

Venture Round in 2020
Smartcom is a software company founded in 2017 and based in London, England. The company offers a visual customer engagement platform that enhances caller identification by allowing customers to see the identity of callers before answering. Smartcom's software integrates with existing applications, providing interactive and engaging content on the customer's phone during business calls. This innovative platform enables enterprises to utilize an interactive display as a caller ID, which aids in branding, customer conversion, and communication efforts.

Secret Spa

Seed Round in 2020
Secret Spa (London) Limited operates an online platform that enables users to book luxury spa, beauty, and wellness services delivered directly to their homes, offices, or hotels. Founded in 2015 and based in London, the company connects customers with trusted therapists through its mobile beauty app. The platform features a comprehensive booking and matchmaking engine, allowing users to find beauty service providers based on specific treatments, customer reviews, and price options. This innovative approach allows clients to enjoy salon-quality care without the need to visit physical locations, enhancing convenience and accessibility in the beauty and wellness industry.

Bulbshare

Seed Round in 2020
Bulbshare Limited is a London-based company founded in 2017 that operates an online community platform designed to connect businesses with their customers. The platform utilizes AI technology to facilitate real-time insights and feedback, fostering an environment for conversations, collaboration, and co-creation. By integrating features such as vertical video, push notifications, and rich media mobile responses, Bulbshare enables brands to cultivate meaningful relationships with their audiences. This dynamic approach allows businesses to engage with customer communities that are continuously active and ready to collaborate, enhancing the overall customer experience and driving brand loyalty.

Seyo

Seed Round in 2020
Seyo Limited, incorporated in 2018 and headquartered in London, United Kingdom, develops a fleet management platform that facilitates the operation of heterogeneous fleets of mobile robots and automated guided vehicles (AGVs). The company's platform enables these robots to collaborate and optimize tasks autonomously and in real-time, eliminating the need for human intervention or internet connectivity. By streamlining processes from goods in to goods out, Seyo supports warehouses in achieving comprehensive automation, allowing users to harness the full potential of their robotic networks in a cost-effective and efficient manner.

Ohalo

Seed Round in 2019
Ohalo Limited, established in 2015 and headquartered in London, specializes in developing a data compliance platform tailored for financial institutions. This platform enables secure and automated data sharing across multiple networks, ensuring all relevant interests are met while proving data provenance and compliance. It achieves this by integrating data storage, networking, and advanced algorithms, including blockchain technology, to facilitate swift and safe exchange of jurisdictional and financial data.

Cudo Compute

Seed Round in 2019
Cudo Compute is a London-based company that specializes in monetizing underutilized computing resources through a decentralized cloud computing platform. Launched in 2017, it leverages idle hardware from data centers globally, allowing users to deploy virtual machines efficiently while reducing costs. The platform democratizes access to computing power by enabling individuals and businesses to monetize their unused resources, thereby fostering a more sustainable economic and environmental model. Cudo Compute's innovative approach empowers organizations to scale their operations flexibly without the limitations of traditional centralized cloud environments. With a presence in over 145 countries, Cudo Compute aims to optimize the use of global computing capacity, delivering significant benefits in availability, cost, and proximity to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving market.

Secret Spa

Seed Round in 2019
Secret Spa (London) Limited operates an online platform that enables users to book luxury spa, beauty, and wellness services delivered directly to their homes, offices, or hotels. Founded in 2015 and based in London, the company connects customers with trusted therapists through its mobile beauty app. The platform features a comprehensive booking and matchmaking engine, allowing users to find beauty service providers based on specific treatments, customer reviews, and price options. This innovative approach allows clients to enjoy salon-quality care without the need to visit physical locations, enhancing convenience and accessibility in the beauty and wellness industry.

Emergent Energy

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Emergent Energy is a London-based company that focuses on reducing carbon emissions in household systems through innovative energy solutions. The company develops smart local energy systems, including microgrids, to optimize energy storage and enhance the efficiency of renewable sources like solar panels and heat pumps. By transforming energy systems, Emergent Energy enables quicker and more cost-effective decarbonization of buildings, which is increasingly important as stricter energy performance standards emerge. Their solutions provide affordable clean energy to residents and help housing companies achieve commercial returns on solar installations, making a significant contribution to carbon reduction initiatives.

Digital Contact

Seed Round in 2019
Digital Contact LTD is a big data products company based in Medway, United Kingdom, with additional offices in London and New York. Established in 2012, the company specializes in transforming real-time data from diverse sources, including social media, blogs, forums, and news sites, into actionable insights. Through its advanced analytics engine, Digital Contact processes and curates this information, providing clients with customizable dashboards that highlight valuable indicators, patterns, and trends. The company serves a variety of sectors, including financial services, media, public sector, sports, and professional services, enabling businesses and consumers to make informed decisions based on enriched metrics and contextual analytics.

Monolith AI

Venture Round in 2019
Monolith AI Limited is a software company based in London, United Kingdom, founded in 2016. The company specializes in developing algorithms that integrate engineering simulations with machine learning techniques to enhance the engineering design process. By leveraging existing simulation and test data, Monolith AI enables engineers to predict the behavior of new products more accurately, thereby optimizing research and development efforts. This approach reduces the need for extensive simulations, tests, and prototypes, allowing companies to accelerate product development and improve overall product quality. Monolith AI was previously known as UQuant Limited until it rebranded in June 2018.

Wagestream

Series A in 2019
Wagestream Ltd., founded in 2018 and headquartered in London, United Kingdom, develops a financial services application designed to enhance employee benefits and financial well-being. The platform allows employees to access their earned wages instantly, providing them with greater control over their pay schedules. This innovation aims to alleviate financial stress related to unexpected expenses by eliminating the need for advances, loans, and the burdens of high-interest credit or payday loans. Additionally, Wagestream offers various financial tools that help businesses support their employees in managing expenses, setting savings goals, and developing financial plans. By addressing these financial challenges, Wagestream seeks to reduce the poverty premium and prevent employees from falling into cycles of debt.

Runa

Series A in 2019
Runa is pioneering a first-of-its-kind payment rail capable of sending and accepting digital value at scale. With Runa, companies can pay the people they serve in any form of digital value, anywhere, instantly. The Runa Network provides a wide range of digital payout types including gift cards, prepaid cards, subscriptions, donations, cryptocurrencies and more. Legacy payment mechanisms struggle to adapt to low-volume, high-velocity transactions both locally and globally, such as sending payouts to gig workers, creators, or sending rewards to customers or employees wherever they are. Runa’s infrastructure and network facilitates payouts to these recipients, helping businesses expand their reach, retain their users while modernizing the way in which they manage and transfer money: instantly, internationally, and free of charge for the senders and the recipient. Runa was established as WeGift in October 2016 by Aron Alexander in London, England.

Credit Kudos

Venture Round in 2019
Credit Kudos Limited is a London-based credit bureau that operates an online credit scoring platform in the United Kingdom. The company enables borrowers to securely share their creditworthiness with lenders and brokers by connecting directly to their online banking data. This innovative approach allows lenders to quickly assess an individual's suitability for credit through a transparent scoring system based on consumer transaction data. Credit Kudos employs machine learning to enhance its credit assessment processes, promoting financial inclusion and improving credit availability. Its services include an online dashboard for affordability requests and tools like Atlas, an underwriting platform that leverages Open Banking data, as well as the Reports API, which facilitates automation in lending decisions. Founded in 2015, Credit Kudos aims to provide a fairer representation of creditworthiness and assist lenders in making informed decisions.

Fund Ourselves

Venture Round in 2019
Fund Ourselves Ltd is a London-based financial technology company that specializes in developing a peer-to-peer lending platform. Established in 2015 and formerly known as PTP Funding Limited, the company aims to provide a marketplace for affordable short-term consumer credit. Its application allows users to lend and borrow money directly from one another, promoting financial inclusion. Fund Ourselves is committed to offering flexible and affordable short-term loans, featuring instant loan decisions and better returns for lenders through short-term investment options. By funneling lending returns back to society, the company seeks to make a positive impact on the consumer credit market. Fund Ourselves Ltd is authorized and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, reflecting its commitment to compliance and responsible lending practices.

Highbrow

Venture Round in 2019
Highbrow Limited, founded in 2014 and based in London, operates a platform dedicated to providing educational videos for children. The company specializes in content creation and distribution, utilizing AI-generated material across various categories such as English, mathematics, science, arts, and humanities. Highbrow offers a subscription-based video-on-demand service designed to nurture and develop skills in kids, allowing them to explore their interests safely while learning new abilities.

ZigZag Global

Series A in 2019
ZigZag Global, established in 2014 and headquartered in London, operates a SaaS-based platform that streamlines global returns management for retailers. It grades, consolidates, refurbishes, redistributes, recycles, or resells returned products, offering a comprehensive solution for retailers to manage and resell returned stock internationally. The company's network spans over 200 local warehouses in 130 countries, enabling faster refunds and efficient supply chain management. Retailers can process returns in under a minute, with customers able to send tracked returns via post, locker, or courier from numerous locations. ZigZag's platform also provides services like order label services, full/part tracking, white label liquidation services, and photo upload services to document returns.

Localistico

Venture Round in 2018
Localistico Ltd. is a London-based company that operates a cloud-based platform aimed at enhancing local marketing for businesses with physical locations. Established in 2014, the platform enables users to manage their online presence across major local and mapping services, ensuring accurate representation of critical information such as opening hours and services offered. Localistico's tools allow businesses to monitor and correct issues like duplicate listings and incorrect details, while also enabling a centralized management of location data and online reputation. The platform serves a diverse range of sectors, including retail, hospitality, and real estate, and provides valuable analytics to help businesses optimize their marketing efforts and improve customer engagement. Localistico's customer support teams are located in both London and Madrid, supporting a growing B2B client base, which includes notable brands.

Emergent Energy

Seed Round in 2018
Emergent Energy is a London-based company that focuses on reducing carbon emissions in household systems through innovative energy solutions. The company develops smart local energy systems, including microgrids, to optimize energy storage and enhance the efficiency of renewable sources like solar panels and heat pumps. By transforming energy systems, Emergent Energy enables quicker and more cost-effective decarbonization of buildings, which is increasingly important as stricter energy performance standards emerge. Their solutions provide affordable clean energy to residents and help housing companies achieve commercial returns on solar installations, making a significant contribution to carbon reduction initiatives.

Blyng

Seed Round in 2018
Blyng Limited is a company that specializes in developing an artificial intelligence-driven chatbot virtual assistant specifically for the real estate industry. Founded in 2018 and based in London, the company offers a solution that facilitates instant, consistent, and personalized interactions with customers across various contact channels. The chatbot is designed to understand and respond in natural language, enabling it to pre-qualify property owners, buyers, and tenants by capturing relevant information and scheduling valuations. This functionality allows real estate agents to engage with potential leads outside of traditional office hours, thereby enhancing the efficiency of real estate operations. Blyng is backed by experts in both artificial intelligence and the real estate sector, positioning it to disrupt the property agency landscape.

Chosen AI

Seed Round in 2018
Chosen AI Ltd is a London-based company that specializes in developing an artificial intelligence-powered candidate discovery platform aimed at transforming the recruitment process. Founded in 2018, the platform leverages semantic artificial intelligence and big data integration to help recruiters source candidates more effectively, addressing the inefficiencies and biases often found in traditional hiring methods. By utilizing Natural Language Processing and Deep Learning, Chosen AI aggregates HR data to provide insights into skills and capabilities, enabling organizations to make data-driven workforce planning decisions. The technology allows businesses to identify skill gaps, predict hiring needs, and enhance internal mobility by analyzing candidate profiles and career histories. Partnering with various blue-chip enterprises, Chosen AI has gained recognition as one of the UK's promising AI startups and has participated in notable accelerator programs.

Wagestream

Corporate Round in 2018
Wagestream Ltd., founded in 2018 and headquartered in London, United Kingdom, develops a financial services application designed to enhance employee benefits and financial well-being. The platform allows employees to access their earned wages instantly, providing them with greater control over their pay schedules. This innovation aims to alleviate financial stress related to unexpected expenses by eliminating the need for advances, loans, and the burdens of high-interest credit or payday loans. Additionally, Wagestream offers various financial tools that help businesses support their employees in managing expenses, setting savings goals, and developing financial plans. By addressing these financial challenges, Wagestream seeks to reduce the poverty premium and prevent employees from falling into cycles of debt.

Mobilus Labs

Seed Round in 2018
Mobilus Labs Limited is a technology company specializing in wearable voice communication devices and a comprehensive software platform. Founded in 2017 and based in London, the company focuses on facilitating hands-free and ear-free voice transmission for teams across various sectors. Its product lineup includes mobiWAN, designed for use in harsh and noisy environments; MobiWan_TR, which utilizes bone conduction technology for audio delivery; and mobiTWO, a hybrid communication device that combines VOIP and walkie-talkie features. Mobilus Labs integrates advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence-driven voice bots and voice recognition algorithms, enabling seamless communication through a combination of networks like Wi-Fi, LTE, GSM, and radio. This innovative approach allows users to communicate privately or broadcast messages to larger groups. The company was previously known as Noto Technologies Limited until its name change in March 2020.

Wagestream

Venture Round in 2018
Wagestream Ltd., founded in 2018 and headquartered in London, United Kingdom, develops a financial services application designed to enhance employee benefits and financial well-being. The platform allows employees to access their earned wages instantly, providing them with greater control over their pay schedules. This innovation aims to alleviate financial stress related to unexpected expenses by eliminating the need for advances, loans, and the burdens of high-interest credit or payday loans. Additionally, Wagestream offers various financial tools that help businesses support their employees in managing expenses, setting savings goals, and developing financial plans. By addressing these financial challenges, Wagestream seeks to reduce the poverty premium and prevent employees from falling into cycles of debt.

Looop Online

Venture Round in 2018
Looop Online Limited is a London-based company that specializes in providing a learning management system (LMS) designed for corporate training and digital learning solutions. Founded in 2014, Looop's platform empowers organizations to enhance employee development by streamlining the learning process through automation and data-driven insights. The system facilitates the deployment of training modules that can be accessed both at the desk and on the move, ensuring flexibility for users. By focusing on real-time measurement and deep engagement analytics, Looop helps employers eliminate redundancies in training programs, address critical learning gaps, and deliver relevant learning experiences that align with everyday work activities.

A Million Ads

Seed Round in 2018
A Million Ads Limited is a digital audio advertising company founded in 2015 and headquartered in London, United Kingdom. The company specializes in delivering personalized and contextually relevant audio advertisements, utilizing a robust data-driven approach to determine key aspects of each ad, including voiceover, music, and sound effects. Its platform integrates various sources of audience-level data, such as purchase history, loyalty status, and listening preferences, to dynamically serve ads tailored to individual listeners. With over 10 billion ad impressions served, A Million Ads offers a fully automated decision-making engine that allows for the seamless trafficking of multiple ad versions through a single tag. The company's managed service clients include prominent brands, for whom it produces targeted campaigns that have demonstrated measurable success in brand recall, foot traffic, and sales. This innovative approach enables advertisers to effectively engage their target audiences across various audio formats, including streaming, podcasts, and broadcast radio.

Hazy

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Hazy Limited is a London-based company that specializes in data anonymization through artificial intelligence. Founded in 2017, Hazy develops a workflow tool that enables businesses to securely share and utilize data while complying with privacy regulations. The platform automatically anonymizes personal information, allowing organizations to handle evolving datasets without compromising sensitive data. By re-engineering enterprise data, Hazy empowers businesses to enhance decision-making, foster innovation, and create value, all while ensuring that data remains reliable, safe, and trusted. Hazy positions itself as a leader in the synthetic data space, addressing the growing demand for accessible and usable data in an increasingly regulated environment.

AVUXI

Pre Seed Round in 2018
AVUXI is a London-based company founded in 2012 that specializes in measuring, visualizing, and analyzing popular areas and places within cities. The firm provides valuable information about various urban features, including shops, sights, restaurants, and leisure venues. Additionally, AVUXI offers real estate services that enable users to programmatically organize hotels and rentals in specific locations, enhancing the experience for both consumers and businesses in the real estate sector. Through its innovative approach, AVUXI aims to facilitate better decision-making for those seeking insights into urban environments.

Bulbshare

Seed Round in 2018
Bulbshare Limited is a London-based company founded in 2017 that operates an online community platform designed to connect businesses with their customers. The platform utilizes AI technology to facilitate real-time insights and feedback, fostering an environment for conversations, collaboration, and co-creation. By integrating features such as vertical video, push notifications, and rich media mobile responses, Bulbshare enables brands to cultivate meaningful relationships with their audiences. This dynamic approach allows businesses to engage with customer communities that are continuously active and ready to collaborate, enhancing the overall customer experience and driving brand loyalty.

Localistico

Seed Round in 2017
Localistico Ltd. is a London-based company that operates a cloud-based platform aimed at enhancing local marketing for businesses with physical locations. Established in 2014, the platform enables users to manage their online presence across major local and mapping services, ensuring accurate representation of critical information such as opening hours and services offered. Localistico's tools allow businesses to monitor and correct issues like duplicate listings and incorrect details, while also enabling a centralized management of location data and online reputation. The platform serves a diverse range of sectors, including retail, hospitality, and real estate, and provides valuable analytics to help businesses optimize their marketing efforts and improve customer engagement. Localistico's customer support teams are located in both London and Madrid, supporting a growing B2B client base, which includes notable brands.

Hazy

Venture Round in 2017
Hazy Limited is a London-based company that specializes in data anonymization through artificial intelligence. Founded in 2017, Hazy develops a workflow tool that enables businesses to securely share and utilize data while complying with privacy regulations. The platform automatically anonymizes personal information, allowing organizations to handle evolving datasets without compromising sensitive data. By re-engineering enterprise data, Hazy empowers businesses to enhance decision-making, foster innovation, and create value, all while ensuring that data remains reliable, safe, and trusted. Hazy positions itself as a leader in the synthetic data space, addressing the growing demand for accessible and usable data in an increasingly regulated environment.

SentiSum

Seed Round in 2017
SentiSum is an AI-powered platform focused on enhancing customer experience by transforming how businesses access and utilize customer insights. Founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, with an additional office in London, SentiSum employs advanced natural language processing and generative AI to analyze extensive data from various channels, such as support tickets, emails, voice calls, and NPS surveys. The platform offers a user-friendly interface and robust data integration capabilities, enabling organizations to gain a comprehensive understanding of customer sentiment and needs. By providing actionable insights and customizable models, SentiSum empowers sales and customer experience teams to enhance customer loyalty and retention, while also assisting product teams in refining their offerings. With support for over 100 languages, SentiSum serves a diverse range of industries, helping businesses worldwide to adopt a more customer-centric approach.

ZigZag Global

Seed Round in 2017
ZigZag Global, established in 2014 and headquartered in London, operates a SaaS-based platform that streamlines global returns management for retailers. It grades, consolidates, refurbishes, redistributes, recycles, or resells returned products, offering a comprehensive solution for retailers to manage and resell returned stock internationally. The company's network spans over 200 local warehouses in 130 countries, enabling faster refunds and efficient supply chain management. Retailers can process returns in under a minute, with customers able to send tracked returns via post, locker, or courier from numerous locations. ZigZag's platform also provides services like order label services, full/part tracking, white label liquidation services, and photo upload services to document returns.

Bulbshare

Venture Round in 2017
Bulbshare Limited is a London-based company founded in 2017 that operates an online community platform designed to connect businesses with their customers. The platform utilizes AI technology to facilitate real-time insights and feedback, fostering an environment for conversations, collaboration, and co-creation. By integrating features such as vertical video, push notifications, and rich media mobile responses, Bulbshare enables brands to cultivate meaningful relationships with their audiences. This dynamic approach allows businesses to engage with customer communities that are continuously active and ready to collaborate, enhancing the overall customer experience and driving brand loyalty.

Highbrow

Seed Round in 2017
Highbrow Limited, founded in 2014 and based in London, operates a platform dedicated to providing educational videos for children. The company specializes in content creation and distribution, utilizing AI-generated material across various categories such as English, mathematics, science, arts, and humanities. Highbrow offers a subscription-based video-on-demand service designed to nurture and develop skills in kids, allowing them to explore their interests safely while learning new abilities.

Looop Online

Venture Round in 2017
Looop Online Limited is a London-based company that specializes in providing a learning management system (LMS) designed for corporate training and digital learning solutions. Founded in 2014, Looop's platform empowers organizations to enhance employee development by streamlining the learning process through automation and data-driven insights. The system facilitates the deployment of training modules that can be accessed both at the desk and on the move, ensuring flexibility for users. By focusing on real-time measurement and deep engagement analytics, Looop helps employers eliminate redundancies in training programs, address critical learning gaps, and deliver relevant learning experiences that align with everyday work activities.

Runa

Venture Round in 2016
Runa is pioneering a first-of-its-kind payment rail capable of sending and accepting digital value at scale. With Runa, companies can pay the people they serve in any form of digital value, anywhere, instantly. The Runa Network provides a wide range of digital payout types including gift cards, prepaid cards, subscriptions, donations, cryptocurrencies and more. Legacy payment mechanisms struggle to adapt to low-volume, high-velocity transactions both locally and globally, such as sending payouts to gig workers, creators, or sending rewards to customers or employees wherever they are. Runa’s infrastructure and network facilitates payouts to these recipients, helping businesses expand their reach, retain their users while modernizing the way in which they manage and transfer money: instantly, internationally, and free of charge for the senders and the recipient. Runa was established as WeGift in October 2016 by Aron Alexander in London, England.

A Million Ads

Funding Round in 2016
A Million Ads Limited is a digital audio advertising company founded in 2015 and headquartered in London, United Kingdom. The company specializes in delivering personalized and contextually relevant audio advertisements, utilizing a robust data-driven approach to determine key aspects of each ad, including voiceover, music, and sound effects. Its platform integrates various sources of audience-level data, such as purchase history, loyalty status, and listening preferences, to dynamically serve ads tailored to individual listeners. With over 10 billion ad impressions served, A Million Ads offers a fully automated decision-making engine that allows for the seamless trafficking of multiple ad versions through a single tag. The company's managed service clients include prominent brands, for whom it produces targeted campaigns that have demonstrated measurable success in brand recall, foot traffic, and sales. This innovative approach enables advertisers to effectively engage their target audiences across various audio formats, including streaming, podcasts, and broadcast radio.

ZigZag Global

Seed Round in 2016
ZigZag Global, established in 2014 and headquartered in London, operates a SaaS-based platform that streamlines global returns management for retailers. It grades, consolidates, refurbishes, redistributes, recycles, or resells returned products, offering a comprehensive solution for retailers to manage and resell returned stock internationally. The company's network spans over 200 local warehouses in 130 countries, enabling faster refunds and efficient supply chain management. Retailers can process returns in under a minute, with customers able to send tracked returns via post, locker, or courier from numerous locations. ZigZag's platform also provides services like order label services, full/part tracking, white label liquidation services, and photo upload services to document returns.

ZeroHeight

Seed Round in 2016
ZeroHeight is a software company that provides a design documentation platform for creating and managing style guides. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in London, England, the company specializes in enabling users to easily build and edit design systems that are synchronized with design and development processes. Its platform enhances the ability to create polished and cohesive style guides, allowing businesses to efficiently reuse common design elements and maintain up-to-date documentation. This focus on integration between design and code facilitates a streamlined approach to design management, making it accessible for teams to develop and implement sophisticated visual standards.

Localistico

Venture Round in 2016
Localistico Ltd. is a London-based company that operates a cloud-based platform aimed at enhancing local marketing for businesses with physical locations. Established in 2014, the platform enables users to manage their online presence across major local and mapping services, ensuring accurate representation of critical information such as opening hours and services offered. Localistico's tools allow businesses to monitor and correct issues like duplicate listings and incorrect details, while also enabling a centralized management of location data and online reputation. The platform serves a diverse range of sectors, including retail, hospitality, and real estate, and provides valuable analytics to help businesses optimize their marketing efforts and improve customer engagement. Localistico's customer support teams are located in both London and Madrid, supporting a growing B2B client base, which includes notable brands.

Eedi

Seed Round in 2016
Eedi Ltd. is an educational technology company based in London, UK, that aims to enhance the learning experience for students, teachers, and parents. Founded in 2015, the company offers an intelligent adaptive learning platform that provides diagnostic assessment tools for teachers, allowing them to identify student misconceptions and tailor their instruction accordingly. Eedi's platform also engages parents by providing insights and personalized resources to support learning at home. By leveraging a combination of artificial intelligence, digital content, and expert tutoring, Eedi delivers a cost-effective solution that maximizes teacher efficiency and enhances student motivation and achievement. The company seeks to make high-quality tutoring accessible to a broader audience, thereby addressing educational disparities and improving overall educational outcomes.

Banneya London

Angel Round in 2016
Banneya London is a jewelry manufacturer and retailer based in London, United Kingdom, established in 2013. The company specializes in creating fine jewelry for both men and women, offering a range of products including earrings, rings, necklaces, brooches, bracelets, and cufflinks. Banneya operates as a curated platform that emphasizes exclusive collaborations and customization, allowing customers to personalize designer pieces that are made to order in the UK. By integrating technology with traditional craftsmanship, Banneya enables the production of intricate jewelry designs on demand. The company primarily serves its customers through an online platform, bridging the gap between designers and clients while facilitating the sale of unique, personalized items.

Banneya London

Seed Round in 2016
Banneya London is a jewelry manufacturer and retailer based in London, United Kingdom, established in 2013. The company specializes in creating fine jewelry for both men and women, offering a range of products including earrings, rings, necklaces, brooches, bracelets, and cufflinks. Banneya operates as a curated platform that emphasizes exclusive collaborations and customization, allowing customers to personalize designer pieces that are made to order in the UK. By integrating technology with traditional craftsmanship, Banneya enables the production of intricate jewelry designs on demand. The company primarily serves its customers through an online platform, bridging the gap between designers and clients while facilitating the sale of unique, personalized items.

Switchee

Pre Seed Round in 2015
Switchee Limited is a technology company based in London, United Kingdom, specializing in connected devices and analytics for landlords and residents in the social housing sector. Founded in 2014, Switchee has established itself as a market leader by providing an Internet-connected smart thermostat that enables effective management of heating and hot water in homes. The company's solution empowers large residential landlords to optimize their property portfolios by identifying maintenance issues, reducing fuel costs, and enhancing communication with residents. Switchee's thermostat not only helps landlords save money—yielding a return of £2 for every £1 invested—but also fosters improved living conditions by addressing issues like fuel poverty and dampness. The device serves as a two-way communication platform with residents while collecting environmental data that informs a comprehensive insights engine and landlord dashboard. Through its innovative approach, Switchee has transformed the interaction between landlords and residents, making property management more efficient and responsive to the needs of tenants.

Looop Online

Seed Round in 2014
Looop Online Limited is a London-based company that specializes in providing a learning management system (LMS) designed for corporate training and digital learning solutions. Founded in 2014, Looop's platform empowers organizations to enhance employee development by streamlining the learning process through automation and data-driven insights. The system facilitates the deployment of training modules that can be accessed both at the desk and on the move, ensuring flexibility for users. By focusing on real-time measurement and deep engagement analytics, Looop helps employers eliminate redundancies in training programs, address critical learning gaps, and deliver relevant learning experiences that align with everyday work activities.

Makelight Interactive

Seed Round in 2013
Makelight Interactive Limited, founded in 2012 and located in London, United Kingdom, specializes in innovative smartphone solutions designed to enhance live events. The company develops smart special effects that engage audiences through crowd-wide interactions, enabling users to experience synchronized light and video displays directly from their mobile devices. By leveraging their proprietary technology, Makelight Interactive creates unique interactive experiences, such as mobile-powered voting displays and colorful pixel displays that transform audience participation. The company's commitment to constant innovation allows it to design and deploy new special effects, further enriching the live event landscape.
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