Cass Entrepreneurship Fund

Springpod is a specialist careers platform that helps young people explore work opportunities and higher education. It offers online apprenticeships, virtual work experience programs, and a student recruitment portal to create interactive, work-based learning experiences and connect employers with education providers, enabling equal access to career and education opportunities. Founded in 2016, Springpod is based in London and Liverpool.

Evolve Dynamics is a UAV technology company that designs and manufactures unmanned aerial systems for public sector, private security, and defense applications. Its platforms emphasize long endurance, heavy-lift capability, and mission-specific surveillance, supported by artificial intelligence, machine vision, and collision avoidance. Key products include the Sky Mantis drone, Field to Cloud software for streaming live video, and Exa Iris, a navigation and sensing suite enabling accurate position hold, 3D mapping, and GPS-denied operation using computer vision. The company focuses on autonomous flight, advanced perception, and secure data workflows to support inspections, perimeter surveillance, search and rescue, and cargo delivery. Founded in 2013 and based in Guildford, United Kingdom, its technology aims to provide real-time situational awareness and robust operation in challenging environments.

iDefigo Limited is a manufacturer and provider of Internet of Things (IoT) security and surveillance solutions, specializing in rapidly deployable visual surveillance systems for enterprise and government clients. Founded in 2008 and based in Reading, United Kingdom, the company offers a range of products, including wire-free, weatherproof Mi5 security cameras designed for easy installation, and the RedEye camera, which features a patented low-power design for extended outdoor use. iDefigo's Video Surveillance as a Service (VSaaS) platform enables secure cloud-based management of images and footage from connected devices, facilitating real-time monitoring. The company’s offerings also encompass various surveillance solutions tailored for security, construction, and environmental monitoring, allowing clients to effectively oversee remote assets and environments through cellular networks.

Founded in 2007, FibreCRM specializes in developing customer relationship management (CRM) software tailored for accounting firms. Its platform automates workflows such as email marketing campaigns and client onboarding, integrates with popular accounting software like Xero and QuickBooks, and offers features like report builder, CRM dashboards, sales tracking, compliance workflows, and referrer management.

Xperiome is a global healthtech company focused on improving the understanding of rare diseases by providing pharmaceutical companies with valuable insights into patient experiences. The company operates an online platform that aggregates anonymized patient data, enabling biopharmaceutical firms to reduce the time and costs associated with clinical development. Through its crowdsourcing platform, Raremark, Xperiome facilitates the sharing of lived experiences from patients and their families, enhancing health literacy and fostering informed participation in medical research. By connecting research-ready individuals with clinical and real-world studies, Xperiome aims to accelerate the development of new therapies and improve existing treatment options for rare diseases.

Fire Tech is an educational organization dedicated to equipping children and teenagers with essential technology skills through mentoring and training. The company specializes in tech education, offering hands-on courses in coding, robotics, digital media, and design. With a focus on project-based learning, Fire Tech provides extracurricular programs that emphasize problem-solving and creativity, enabling young learners to explore various technological concepts. Through online tutoring, the organization offers personalized instruction in subjects such as Python and computing, creating opportunities for students to develop their skills in a supportive environment. Fire Tech aims to prepare the next generation of technologists and leaders for a tech-enabled future.

StaySafe is a developer of a personal safety application that offers protection for lone workers globally. The company's cloud-based monitoring hub enables real-time tracking of users' locations, ensuring they can alert their designated emergency contacts via email or text message if they fail to check in safely after working, socializing, or traveling alone. By providing precise GPS location data, StaySafe facilitates rapid assistance, enhancing the security and peace of mind for individuals in potentially vulnerable situations.

Sentiment Engage is a cloud-based platform that focuses on enhancing customer interactions through an omnichannel social customer service solution. The platform features a unified inbox for managing communications across various social media and messaging applications, along with robust metrics and analytics tailored for contact centers. Its flagship product, Horizon, serves as an advanced command center for customer care teams, facilitating automatic routing of conversations and providing canned responses. This system aids in the rapid onboarding and training of staff through approval loops and actionable insights regarding customer conversation queues. By offering real-time metrics and historical analytics, Sentiment Engage helps clients boost customer satisfaction while improving operational efficiency and return on investment.

Xperiome is a global healthtech company focused on improving the understanding of rare diseases by providing pharmaceutical companies with valuable insights into patient experiences. The company operates an online platform that aggregates anonymized patient data, enabling biopharmaceutical firms to reduce the time and costs associated with clinical development. Through its crowdsourcing platform, Raremark, Xperiome facilitates the sharing of lived experiences from patients and their families, enhancing health literacy and fostering informed participation in medical research. By connecting research-ready individuals with clinical and real-world studies, Xperiome aims to accelerate the development of new therapies and improve existing treatment options for rare diseases.

Actus™ performance appraisal software provides leading-edge technology solutions to embed year round performance management in organisations. Founder-CEO Lucinda Carney is a Business Psychologist with over eighteen years’ experience in HR and Learning and Development. Passionate about making technology work for people, Lucinda strives to deliver first class training and software solutions.

Xperiome is a global healthtech company focused on improving the understanding of rare diseases by providing pharmaceutical companies with valuable insights into patient experiences. The company operates an online platform that aggregates anonymized patient data, enabling biopharmaceutical firms to reduce the time and costs associated with clinical development. Through its crowdsourcing platform, Raremark, Xperiome facilitates the sharing of lived experiences from patients and their families, enhancing health literacy and fostering informed participation in medical research. By connecting research-ready individuals with clinical and real-world studies, Xperiome aims to accelerate the development of new therapies and improve existing treatment options for rare diseases.

Family Traveller Limited is an online travel resource designed to assist parents in planning vacations with their babies, children, and teenagers. Established in 2009 and headquartered in London, the company provides comprehensive information on various travel destinations, including the United Kingdom and international locations. Its offerings encompass destination guides, travel tips, family-friendly accommodation options, and activity recommendations. Family Traveller also features a magazine that delivers insights into travel destinations worldwide, catering to the needs of families seeking enjoyable and practical travel experiences. The platform serves as a vital tool for families to navigate their travel plans effectively, ensuring memorable adventures from start to finish.

Humble Grape operates boutique bars offering hand-crafted wines sourced from small vineyards. It produces its own wines, hosts tasting events, and imports sustainable wines from independent winemakers, allowing customers to curate their own wine collections.

Frontier MEA is a business intelligence and consulting company focused on frontier markets. The firm was co-founded by Alex Warren and Beth Hepworth, a Cass alumna. The company provides information and insight to support organisations exploring and developing business in some of the world's most high-potential economies. Beth Hepworth won the 'MBA star' award in the Women of the Future Awards 2013.

NorthRow is a digital platform that aids businesses in streamlining risk management, compliance, and fraud prevention processes. It offers standalone or combined features such as detailed checks on individuals, companies, and documents to optimize business operations, mitigate risks, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Accutrainee is a London-based legal resourcing platform run by solicitors who understand the legal industry and the trainee process. It provides access to a pool of junior legal professionals, offering flexible, cost-effective support to law firms and businesses. Clients can access the needed skills when required, avoiding long-term commitments while enabling efficient handling of tasks such as research, drafting, and document review.

Cloud Business is a consultancy firm specializing in cloud solutions, focusing on maximizing the potential of Microsoft Cloud services for organizations. The company offers a range of services, including analytics, computing, database management, mobile solutions, networking, storage, and web services. By providing expert guidance and support, Cloud Business aims to help clients transform their operations into a digital workplace, allowing them to leverage the latest technological advancements and improve overall efficiency.

Alva is a connected intelligence company that specializes in reputation intelligence, analysis, and media monitoring. It offers a stakeholder intelligence platform that serves various sectors, including financial services, consumer, healthcare, and professional services. By combining artificial intelligence with insights from sector analysts, Alva provides an integrated solution that encompasses business, stakeholder, and media intelligence. This allows clients to effectively monitor, analyze, and report on stakeholder sentiment, facilitating better management of relationships and linking reputation to business performance. The platform helps organizations track and assess emerging issues, trends, and risks in both social and traditional media, enabling informed strategic decision-making that fosters long-term and sustainable value.