Barclays, established in 1690, is a British multinational bank with a global presence. It offers a wide range of financial services, including retail banking, credit cards, corporate and investment banking, and wealth management. The company serves a diverse client base, from individuals and small businesses to large corporations and governments, across Europe, the Americas, Africa, and Asia. Barclays' services span deposit accounts, lending, credit cards, transaction banking, securities trading, mergers and acquisitions advisory, and wealth management. With over 147,500 employees and a customer base of 48 million, Barclays moves, lends, invests, and protects money for clients worldwide.
Chief Japan Economist, Managing Director and Head of Japan Research
Gordon Beck
Managing Director
James Binns
Managing Director, Global Head of Trade and Working Capital
Andrew Challis
Managing Director of Principal Investments
Paul Compton
President of Barclays Bank PLC
Kester Keating
Director and Head of US Principal Investments
Ian Rand
COO of Corporate Development
Jes Staley
Group CEO
Past deals in Western Europe
Validis
Venture Round in 2025
Validis is a cloud-based FinTech company with a unique software that increases a lender’s access to their client’s financial data. Validis technology enables high-speed transmission of financial data via the web, allowing lenders to receive and review client data securely and efficiently. The software retrieves data directly from an SME’s accounting software package and generates extensive analytics and standardized “audit-in-a-box” reports that lenders can access via Validis’ pluggable feed or online portal. Validis enables lenders to respond swiftly to initial funding applications, reducing the time it takes to onboard clients and subsequently increasing lending rates. Once clients are onboard, Validis provides lenders with performance monitoring and covenant breakdown notifications so they can continue to lend with confidence.
Databricks
Debt Financing in 2025
Databricks Inc. is a technology company that provides a unified data analytics cloud platform designed to facilitate data engineering and collaborative data science. The company offers a comprehensive suite of tools, including a just-in-time data platform that simplifies data integration, real-time experimentation, and deployment of production applications for developers and data scientists. Key products include Databricks Delta, which combines the capabilities of data warehouses with low-latency streaming, MLflow for managing the machine learning lifecycle, and Delta Lake for handling batch and streaming data. Databricks serves a diverse range of industries, including advertising, healthcare, manufacturing, and telecommunications, and has established strategic partnerships with various organizations to enhance its offerings. Founded in 2013, Databricks is headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in London, Amsterdam, and Bengaluru.
Co-op
Debt Financing in 2024
The Co-operative Group is the largest mutual business in the UK, owned by over seven million consumer members. It operates approximately 4,800 retail outlets and employs more than 100,000 individuals, generating an annual turnover exceeding £13 billion. The Co-operative Group provides a range of services, from everyday grocery items to financial advice and property assistance. Unlike traditional businesses, it does not answer to shareholders but to its members, allowing for a more community-focused approach. Membership is open to anyone, granting individuals a voice in the organization's operations and a share in its profits. Established in Rochdale in 1844, the Co-operative Group remains committed to its founding principles of ethical business practices and customer focus, adapting to the changing world while prioritizing the needs of its members.
Invest in Women Taskforce
Venture Round in 2024
The goal of the Invest in Women Taskforce is to establish one of the biggest investment pots in the world, with funds contributed by female investors, in order to spur investment in female-led companies throughout the United Kingdom.
Job&talent
Debt Financing in 2024
Job&Talent is a leading marketplace for essential work, specializing in matching individuals with companies through its advanced platform. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Madrid, the company utilizes technology to simplify the hiring process, offering services that include messaging, in-application hiring, staffing, and payroll management. This innovative approach leverages big-data matching technology to enhance recruitment efficiency and quality. In 2022, Job&Talent successfully placed over 340,000 workers in more than 2,500 companies, generating €1.9 billion in revenue. Operating in ten countries across Europe, the U.S., and Latin America, Job&Talent is recognized as the highest-valued unicorn in Spain, with a valuation of $2.4 billion and support from prominent investors. The company is committed to expanding its reach and continuing to deliver reliable, flexible work solutions for both job seekers and employers.
Community Fibre
Debt Financing in 2024
Community Fibre Ltd. is a broadband provider based in London, United Kingdom, established in 2010. The company specializes in delivering ultra-fast fibre-optic broadband services directly to homes and small to medium-sized businesses. Community Fibre offers various internet packages tailored to meet diverse customer needs, including options based on speed, value, and data limits. In addition to broadband services, the company provides home phone line rental and unlimited streaming, with free standard installation and a wifi router included. Community Fibre also participates in the UK Government’s Broadband Connection voucher scheme, allowing eligible small and medium businesses to access super-fast broadband at no cost. The company operates under the Community Fibre and CFL Business brands, focusing on enhancing connectivity across London.
Chrysalis Investments
Post in 2024
Chrysalis Investments is a venture capital firm established in 2018 and based in London, England. The company focuses on supporting innovative and technology-enabled disruptors that are transforming various sectors and affecting competitive dynamics. By targeting the technology sector, Chrysalis Investments aims to back companies that are poised for significant growth and impact in their respective markets.
Form3
Series C in 2024
Form3 is a London-based company that provides cloud-based payment processing, clearing, and settlement services tailored for regulated financial institutions. Established in 2016, it offers a fully managed payment technology service built on a robust AWS cloud processing platform. Form3's architecture includes multiple payment gateways and a micro-services framework, allowing clients to access a comprehensive range of payment schemes through a single application programming interface (API). This technology facilitates secure and reliable agency payment services on a per-transaction basis without upfront costs. Its clientele consists of various financial entities, including leading banks, non-bank financial institutions, and fintech companies, such as payment institutions and e-money providers.
Sunswap
Venture Round in 2024
Sunswap Ltd. is a London-based company that focuses on developing innovative transport refrigeration technology aimed at achieving zero-emission cold chain transportation. Incorporated in 2020, Sunswap integrates solar power, battery systems, and electric refrigeration into a single high-performance unit. This proprietary, patent-pending technology assists notable clients, such as DFDS and Samworth Brothers, as well as trial partners like Muller, in reducing diesel reliance and associated costs. The company's mission is to decarbonize the cold transportation sector, thereby addressing environmental concerns while enhancing efficiency in the supply chain.
RedCat Pub Company
Debt Financing in 2024
RedCat Pub Company is a growing pub enterprise that focuses on creating community-centered establishments in the East, South, and South-East of England. The company operates a collection of pubs designed to enhance lifestyle by offering memorable spaces for drinking, dining, and celebrations. These venues serve as social hubs where friends and families can gather and enjoy their time together. RedCat Pub Company emphasizes the importance of fostering connections within the community through its welcoming and supportive atmosphere.
Naked Energy
Series B in 2024
Naked Energy Ltd., founded in 2009 and based in Crawley, United Kingdom, specializes in the manufacture of innovative hybrid solar technology that generates both electricity and heat for various applications. The company's flagship product, Virtu®, utilizes a modular design that incorporates crystalline photovoltaic cells within an evacuated solar thermal collector. This approach allows for the conversion of a significant portion of solar energy—up to 80% of the available 1000W/m2—into usable heat and electricity, regardless of geographic or climatic conditions. The technology is particularly advantageous in urban settings with limited space, making it suitable for a range of customers, including hotels, hospitals, and manufacturing facilities. Naked Energy is in the final stages of preparing for the commercial launch of this scalable and disruptive solution, which aims to enhance energy efficiency and reduce consumption in both domestic and industrial markets.
Wessex Water Services
Debt Financing in 2024
Wessex Water is a regional utility company that delivers water supply and sewerage services to customers in South West England. The company focuses on providing fresh water and operates sewage treatment facilities to ensure effective waste management. By serving a vital role in the community, Wessex Water is committed to maintaining high standards of water quality and environmental responsibility.
Hometree
Debt Financing in 2024
Hometree is a home energy services company focused on facilitating the transition to low-carbon living for homeowners. It provides a range of services including the installation, repair, and financing of renewable energy technologies and energy-efficient heating systems. Hometree aims to simplify the process of adopting sustainable home improvements by offering comprehensive home emergency insurance and maintenance coverage through convenient online subscription plans. This approach allows homeowners in the United Kingdom to manage their energy consumption effectively while ensuring that the entire lifecycle of energy solutions—from installation to ongoing maintenance—is comprehensively supported.
iwoca
Debt Financing in 2024
Iwoca Ltd. is a credit finance provider based in London, United Kingdom, that specializes in offering financial services to small businesses. Founded in 2011, the company assists various sectors, including retailers, restaurants, and service providers, by providing unsecured business loans and short-term cash loans. Iwoca's financing solutions help businesses address short-term cash flow gaps and invest in growth opportunities such as inventory, technology, and employee expenses. The platform features a streamlined online application process, allowing clients to secure funding with flexible repayment options ranging from one day to 24 months, and there are no penalties for early repayment. Through its services, Iwoca enhances the financial capabilities of small businesses, enabling them to thrive in a competitive market.
Funding Xchange
Series B in 2024
Funding Xchange is a London-based company established in 2014 that focuses on enhancing the SME funding ecosystem by providing digital tools for eligibility and affordability assessments. Its technology platform connects businesses with over 70 funders, allowing them to receive indicative funding offers within three minutes and access funds in their bank accounts in ten minutes. Funding Xchange's Marketplace facilitates financial access by integrating its services into major price comparison websites, banks, advisory platforms, and accounting software. Through its FXE Technologies division, the company offers white-labeled lending tools for banks, funders, and brokers, enabling them to create customized customer journeys and intermediary portals. This approach not only reduces operational costs but also improves conversion rates and enhances portfolio risk management. The platform operates using real-time transactional data, providing insights for risk analytics and underwriting across various SME funding solutions, thereby streamlining the funding process for small and medium-sized enterprises.
Global Net Lease
Post in 2024
Global Net Lease is a real estate investment trust that specializes in acquiring and managing a globally diversified portfolio of commercial real estate properties. The company focuses on various segments, including industrial and distribution, multi-tenant retail, single-tenant retail, and office properties, with the industrial and distribution segment generating the majority of its revenue. Operating across the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and Europe, Global Net Lease engages in the ownership, management, leasing, acquisition, investment, and sale of its portfolio assets. The company aims to provide stable quarterly dividends and inflation protection to its stakeholders, positioning itself as a reliable player in the commercial real estate market.
Enpal
Debt Financing in 2024
Enpal GmbH is a Berlin-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in providing comprehensive renewable energy solutions, primarily through the installation and operation of solar panels for residential electricity generation. The company offers a range of products, including solar panels, batteries, wallboxes, heat pumps, and energy management systems, catering to customers in Germany and Italy. Enpal initially adopted a sales-based model but successfully transitioned to a lease model that requires no upfront payment and includes installation, insurance, and maintenance services. This approach has resulted in significant growth, with over 60,000 solar PV systems installed and revenues exceeding 400 million euros as of 2022. Enpal employs more than 1,000 team members, including over 200 local installer teams, and has opened several satellite offices to enhance customer service across its markets. The company has received numerous awards for its contributions to sustainability and customer service, positioning itself as a leader in the solar PV installation sector in Germany.
Offr
Venture Round in 2023
Offr Limited is a technology company that operates a platform designed for residential and commercial real estate agents to facilitate the buying and selling of properties. The platform allows buyers to make private offers, participate in auctions, book viewings, upload proof of funds, and digitally sign contracts, all while maintaining a transparent process. It supports various transaction types, including conditional sales and off-market sales, and ensures that all buyers are pre-qualified with identification and proof of funds. Offr's solution enhances the agents' branding and provides a streamlined experience for clients. Founded in 2017 and based in Dublin, Ireland, with an additional location in London, Offr serves agents, buyers, sellers, and solicitors, aiming to improve efficiency in the real estate market.
Advanced Electric Machines
Series A in 2023
Advanced Electric Machines Limited specializes in designing and manufacturing advanced traction motors for electric vehicles, including trucks and buses. Founded in 2016 and based in Washington, United Kingdom, the company focuses on creating sustainable and high-performance motor systems that minimize environmental impact. Its flagship product, the ReFITT traction motor solution, features innovative technology that operates with any commercially available inverter and is free from rare earth materials and copper windings. This approach not only lowers costs but also addresses concerns about demagnetization, allowing for the development of lightweight mechanical systems that enhance overall energy efficiency. Advanced Electric Machines aims to position the UK as a leader in the global market for low carbon propulsion technologies while exporting its products worldwide.
iwoca
Debt Financing in 2023
Iwoca Ltd. is a credit finance provider based in London, United Kingdom, that specializes in offering financial services to small businesses. Founded in 2011, the company assists various sectors, including retailers, restaurants, and service providers, by providing unsecured business loans and short-term cash loans. Iwoca's financing solutions help businesses address short-term cash flow gaps and invest in growth opportunities such as inventory, technology, and employee expenses. The platform features a streamlined online application process, allowing clients to secure funding with flexible repayment options ranging from one day to 24 months, and there are no penalties for early repayment. Through its services, Iwoca enhances the financial capabilities of small businesses, enabling them to thrive in a competitive market.
ThinCats
Debt Financing in 2023
ThinCats is a private equity investment firm established in 2010 and located in Leicestershire, United Kingdom. The firm specializes in providing tailored funding solutions to mid-sized businesses, helping them achieve their growth ambitions. With a focus on sectors such as healthcare, leisure, and technology, ThinCats employs a combination of data analytics and traditional lending practices to create customized financial solutions. Their services encompass funding for growth, acquisitions, refinancing, and restructuring, ensuring that each client's unique needs are effectively addressed.
ZeroAvia
Series C in 2023
ZeroAvia, Inc. is a company focused on developing zero-emission aircraft and hydrogen-electric propulsion systems aimed at transforming short-haul commercial aviation. Established in 2017 and headquartered in Hollister, California, with an additional office in Cranfield, United Kingdom, ZeroAvia is dedicated to eliminating aviation emissions while maintaining operational efficiency. The company's innovative powertrain utilizes a hydrogen fuel-cell system, allowing for retrofitting of existing aircraft and facilitating the adoption of sustainable aviation practices. By emphasizing scalable technologies, ZeroAvia seeks to partner with various stakeholders in the aviation industry to provide cleaner, more efficient flight options, thereby reducing costs and carbon dioxide emissions associated with air travel.
Everyman Cinemas
Post in 2023
Everyman Cinemas operates as an independent network of boutique cinemas in the United Kingdom, offering a unique cinematic experience characterized by high-quality service, comfort, and a carefully curated selection of films. Founded in 1933 and based in London, the company manages 33 venues equipped with 110 screens under the Everyman brand, showcasing both contemporary and classic films alongside event cinema productions. Each venue features distinctive bar and foyer spaces, enhancing the overall experience for patrons. Known for its commitment to quality and comfort, Everyman Cinemas aims to create memorable moments that surpass traditional cinema expectations. The group has been expanding rapidly and operates locations in various cities, including Stratford Upon Avon, Chelmsford, Harrogate, and Birmingham. By focusing on film, food, and beverage offerings, Everyman generates the majority of its revenue from its entertainment services, playing a significant role in the revival of independent cinema in the UK.
Iberdrola
Post in 2023
Iberdrola is a leading global utility company engaged in the production, distribution, and retail of electricity and gas across nearly 40 countries. With a diverse portfolio of 56 gigawatts, it primarily generates electricity from nuclear, fossil-fuel, hydroelectric, and renewable energy sources, with wind power representing approximately 40% of its capacity. The company operates significant electricity and distribution networks in Spain, the UK, Brazil, and the US, where it maintains a strong presence. Iberdrola is committed to advancing the energy transition through a sustainable business model that emphasizes renewable energy, smart grids, large-scale energy storage, and digital transformation, aimed at delivering innovative products and services to its customers. In addition to its generation activities, Iberdrola is involved in gas storage and supply, reinforcing its position as a comprehensive energy provider.
W. P. Carey
Post in 2023
W. P. Carey Inc. is a prominent real estate investment trust (REIT) specializing in the ownership of operationally-critical commercial properties. The company boasts a diverse portfolio of approximately 1,215 net lease properties, covering around 142 million square feet, primarily located in the United States, Northern Europe, and Western Europe. Established in 1973, W. P. Carey focuses on long-term net leases with creditworthy tenants across various sectors, including industrial, warehouse, office, retail, and self-storage properties. The company emphasizes stability by structuring leases with built-in rent escalators, which contribute to consistent cash flows. Its operations are divided into Real Estate and Investment Management segments, with the majority of revenue generated from the Real Estate division. W. P. Carey has a long-standing history of delivering reliable dividend income to investors, underscoring its commitment to sound financial practices and strategic growth within the net lease market.
Peninsula Business Services
Debt Financing in 2023
Since 1983 Peninsula has been providing professional services to small businesses across the UK. They started small theirselves, just a few people in a room. So, although they’ve grown over the years, their values remain the same. They know what small businesses need because they are still a small business at heart. Their first specialism was employment law. For a small business to navigate that maze is next to impossible without the right help. But the cost of having an HR professional on staff is too high for most small businesses, and traditional lawyers often don’t understand small business needs.
Cinesite
Debt Financing in 2022
Cinesite is a leading visual effects and animation company, established in 1991 and headquartered in London. Renowned for its creativity and technical expertise, Cinesite provides a wide range of visual effects services for feature films, television, and streaming media. The company boasts an award-winning team of talented visual effects artists who transform filmmakers' visions into stunning cinematic experiences. With a focus on delivering high-quality animated features, Cinesite serves the global entertainment industry, ensuring that its projects resonate with audiences worldwide.
Airex
Series A in 2022
Airex Technologies, founded in 2016 and based in London, specializes in smart ventilation control solutions. The company designs intelligent air ventilation units that utilize atmospheric sensors and cloud algorithms to optimize airflow through air-bricks. Its retrofit system enables homeowners to achieve reduced energy bills, improved thermal comfort, and enhanced air quality while minimizing disturbances. By employing advanced algorithms, Airex's technology automatically regulates airflow based on local weather and air quality data, ensuring a healthier indoor environment.
Liberis
Debt Financing in 2022
Liberis Limited, based in London, United Kingdom, specializes in providing cash advances and loans tailored for small and medium enterprises. Founded in 2005 and formerly known as Merchant Cash Express Limited until its name change in 2013, Liberis operates as a subsidiary of Rapid Financial Services, LLC. The company focuses on delivering financial solutions directly to businesses while also offering a finance platform for partners to assist their customers. By utilizing a technology-driven approach, Liberis provides alternative financing options that support the growth of small businesses through embedded revenue-based financing services.
Naked Energy
Series B in 2022
Naked Energy Ltd., founded in 2009 and based in Crawley, United Kingdom, specializes in the manufacture of innovative hybrid solar technology that generates both electricity and heat for various applications. The company's flagship product, Virtu®, utilizes a modular design that incorporates crystalline photovoltaic cells within an evacuated solar thermal collector. This approach allows for the conversion of a significant portion of solar energy—up to 80% of the available 1000W/m2—into usable heat and electricity, regardless of geographic or climatic conditions. The technology is particularly advantageous in urban settings with limited space, making it suitable for a range of customers, including hotels, hospitals, and manufacturing facilities. Naked Energy is in the final stages of preparing for the commercial launch of this scalable and disruptive solution, which aims to enhance energy efficiency and reduce consumption in both domestic and industrial markets.
Kensington Mortgage Company
Acquisition in 2022
Kensington Mortgage is a financial services company based in Maidenhead, United Kingdom, established in 1995. The company specializes in providing residential mortgage loans to a diverse clientele, including independent contractors, self-employed individuals, and first-time buyers. Kensington Mortgage offers a range of mortgage options, such as complex income mortgages, self-employed mortgages, and personal mortgages, catering to non-traditional borrowers. The company's mission focuses on assisting brokers in securing mortgage agreements for their clients, whether for purchasing homes or buy-to-let properties. Through its tailored services, Kensington Mortgage aims to facilitate property acquisition and meet the unique financial needs of its customers.
MQube
Series A in 2022
MQube is a digital financial software developer focused on transforming the UK mortgage market. By leveraging innovative technology and data science, the company aims to address the challenges faced by mortgage lenders, brokers, landlords, and home buyers. In 2021, MQube launched MPowered Mortgages and the MPowered platform, which utilize artificial intelligence and advanced document extraction technology to automate lending decisions. This process enhances accuracy in customer data verification and enables efficient retrieval of relevant data points, facilitating quicker lending decisions for providers and improved experiences for borrowers. With strong backing from prominent European venture funds, MQube is dedicated to innovation and effective problem-solving in the mortgage sector.
Sunswap
Venture Round in 2022
Sunswap Ltd. is a London-based company that focuses on developing innovative transport refrigeration technology aimed at achieving zero-emission cold chain transportation. Incorporated in 2020, Sunswap integrates solar power, battery systems, and electric refrigeration into a single high-performance unit. This proprietary, patent-pending technology assists notable clients, such as DFDS and Samworth Brothers, as well as trial partners like Muller, in reducing diesel reliance and associated costs. The company's mission is to decarbonize the cold transportation sector, thereby addressing environmental concerns while enhancing efficiency in the supply chain.
LendingCrowd
Debt Financing in 2022
LendingCrowd is a fintech lending platform based in Scotland, established in 2014 by CEO Stuart Lunn. It specializes in providing peer-to-peer lending solutions to small and medium-sized businesses across the UK, facilitating their access to essential funding. The platform utilizes advanced technology developed by its team in Edinburgh to connect businesses with a diverse community of individual and institutional lenders, including notable partners like the Scottish Investment Bank and NIBC. LendingCrowd's offerings are characterized by simple and low-cost lending options that provide flexibility, straightforward security arrangements, and minimal ongoing administration costs, allowing businesses to secure loans quickly and efficiently while offering investors opportunities for returns.
Liberis
Venture Round in 2021
Liberis Limited, based in London, United Kingdom, specializes in providing cash advances and loans tailored for small and medium enterprises. Founded in 2005 and formerly known as Merchant Cash Express Limited until its name change in 2013, Liberis operates as a subsidiary of Rapid Financial Services, LLC. The company focuses on delivering financial solutions directly to businesses while also offering a finance platform for partners to assist their customers. By utilizing a technology-driven approach, Liberis provides alternative financing options that support the growth of small businesses through embedded revenue-based financing services.
Nimbla
Venture Round in 2021
Nimbla is a London-based fintech company that specializes in providing B2B invoice insurance to small and medium-sized businesses in the United Kingdom. The company utilizes advanced technology to offer a digital insurance platform that allows clients to instantly assess the credit ratings of their invoices and insure them individually. This service is designed to protect businesses from the risks associated with late payments and customer insolvency. In addition to single invoice insurance, Nimbla's platform provides predictive cash flow analysis, risk assessment tools, and trade credit protection, enabling businesses to effectively manage their credit exposure and enhance their client prospecting efforts. Through these services, Nimbla aims to support the financial stability and growth of its clients by mitigating the risks of default and improving cash flow management.
AlphaSense
Series C in 2021
AlphaSense, Inc. is a market intelligence platform that specializes in information discovery for research professionals. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in New York, the company has additional offices in London, Helsinki, Pune, and other locations. Its web-based platform aggregates and indexes financially relevant data from various sources, enabling users to conduct natural language searches for critical insights across filings, research, news, and other disclosures. The platform is designed to facilitate informed decision-making by providing users with the ability to set alerts, analyze data, and navigate complex information efficiently. AlphaSense serves nearly 2,000 enterprise clients, including a significant number of financial institutions and a majority of the S&P 500, who rely on its tools to drive their business decisions.
Form3
Series C in 2021
Form3 is a London-based company that provides cloud-based payment processing, clearing, and settlement services tailored for regulated financial institutions. Established in 2016, it offers a fully managed payment technology service built on a robust AWS cloud processing platform. Form3's architecture includes multiple payment gateways and a micro-services framework, allowing clients to access a comprehensive range of payment schemes through a single application programming interface (API). This technology facilitates secure and reliable agency payment services on a per-transaction basis without upfront costs. Its clientele consists of various financial entities, including leading banks, non-bank financial institutions, and fintech companies, such as payment institutions and e-money providers.
FreshBooks
Series E in 2021
FreshBooks is a cloud-based accounting software company that simplifies financial management for business owners. Serving customers in over 160 countries, it offers an intuitive platform for invoicing, expense management, online payments, and time tracking. The software is designed to automate time-consuming tasks, allowing small businesses to maintain professional bookkeeping with ease. FreshBooks is recognized for its exceptional customer support, having received multiple accolades for its service quality. With offices in Canada, Croatia, Mexico, the Netherlands, and the United States, FreshBooks caters to businesses of all sizes, helping them streamline their financial processes and enhance client engagement.
M&C Saatchi
Post in 2021
M&C Saatchi is a prominent advertising and marketing group founded in 1995, recognized as the largest independent creative agency network globally. The agency is built on the principle of Brutal Simplicity, focusing on creating significant inventions that encompass communications, products, services, and experiences to address various challenges. M&C Saatchi offers a diverse range of services, including research agency services, direct marketing, digital and mobile advertising, branding, corporate public relations, TV production, and sports sponsorship. The company operates across multiple regions, including the United Kingdom, Europe, the Middle East and Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Americas, with a significant portion of its revenue generated from the UK market.
Tong Engineering
Venture Round in 2021
Tong Engineering is a provider of UK manufacturer of grading & handling equipment for vegetable & recycling industries.
HUBX
Series A in 2021
Designed by seasoned capital markets professionals, HUBX empowers investment professionals to manage their workflows and relationships with insight, intelligence and control. HUBX provides an out of the box solution for advisors to manage deals from origination to distribution. Suitable for: • Brokers and Deal Introducers • Investment Syndicates • Wealth managers and Private Banks • Corporate Finance Advisors • Investment Banks • Stock Exchanges HUBX technology powers the London Stock Exchange Group’s ELITE private placement platform connecting high growth companies with LSEG’s global institutional investor network. Regulated by the FCA.
Sambro International
Debt Financing in 2021
Sambro International Limited is a designer and manufacturer of children's products, specializing in toys, art and craft items, stationery, bags, and wheeled goods. Established in 1989 and headquartered in Bury, United Kingdom, the company operates showrooms in the UK, Holland, and Hong Kong, and markets its products online across Europe. Sambro's offerings include a diverse range of novelty products that cater to various brands, targeting the needs of children and their families.
OpenFin
Venture Round in 2020
OpenFin Inc. specializes in providing runtime technology solutions tailored for financial desktops, enabling web applications to function outside traditional browser environments. Founded in 2010 and based in New York, with an additional office in London, the company serves clients in the financial services sector, including banks in the United States and Europe. OpenFin's platform facilitates real-time application generation, desktop notifications, and seamless communication between applications while adhering to stringent security and compliance standards required by financial institutions. This approach allows users to avoid costly packaging and deployment cycles, promoting rapid and secure application deployment.
Offr
Seed Round in 2020
Offr Limited is a technology company that operates a platform designed for residential and commercial real estate agents to facilitate the buying and selling of properties. The platform allows buyers to make private offers, participate in auctions, book viewings, upload proof of funds, and digitally sign contracts, all while maintaining a transparent process. It supports various transaction types, including conditional sales and off-market sales, and ensures that all buyers are pre-qualified with identification and proof of funds. Offr's solution enhances the agents' branding and provides a streamlined experience for clients. Founded in 2017 and based in Dublin, Ireland, with an additional location in London, Offr serves agents, buyers, sellers, and solicitors, aiming to improve efficiency in the real estate market.
British Automobile Racing Club
Debt Financing in 2020
The British Automobile Racing Club is the motorsport organisations in the United Kingdom.
Flux Systems
Venture Round in 2020
Flux Systems Limited is a technology company that specializes in a digital receipts and rewards platform, designed to deliver digital receipts directly to users' banking applications. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in London, the company focuses on simplifying receipt management by automatically linking receipts to payment cards. It serves a range of retailers across the United Kingdom and emphasizes security by employing bank-level protection for its software. Data is stored and processed on third-party servers in secure European data centers, adhering to strict regulatory compliance. Flux Systems has established partnerships with notable entities, including Barclaycard, Costa, and Barclays, enhancing its presence in the financial technology sector.
Cinesite
Private Equity Round in 2019
Cinesite is a leading visual effects and animation company, established in 1991 and headquartered in London. Renowned for its creativity and technical expertise, Cinesite provides a wide range of visual effects services for feature films, television, and streaming media. The company boasts an award-winning team of talented visual effects artists who transform filmmakers' visions into stunning cinematic experiences. With a focus on delivering high-quality animated features, Cinesite serves the global entertainment industry, ensuring that its projects resonate with audiences worldwide.
THG
Debt Financing in 2019
THG Holdings plc is an online retailer and technology company based in Manchester, United Kingdom, specializing in direct-to-consumer e-commerce solutions for consumer brand owners. Founded in 2004, the company has developed a robust platform that enables the manufacture and online retail of nutrition, skincare, haircare, and cosmetics products. THG operates a diverse array of websites that sell luxury fashion items and provides various services, including website development, online advertising, marketing, and consultancy. Additionally, it offers warehousing, distribution, and content creation through THG Studios, which supports large-scale projects. Beyond e-commerce, THG is involved in the management of hairdressing salons, hotels, and health clubs. The company was previously known as The Hut Group Limited before rebranding to THG Holdings plc in September 2020.
Cutover
Series A in 2019
Cutover is a work orchestration and observability platform that enhances organizational visibility into dynamic workflows. Established in 2013 in Shoreditch, Hackney by Craig Gregory, Ky Nichol, and Marcus Wildsmith, the platform is designed to help teams prepare for critical events that may challenge their infrastructure by facilitating rehearsals. It enables executives and managers to visualize performance data and identify issues in real-time. Additionally, Cutover supports seamless collaboration between human and machine processes, offering features for cyber recovery, cloud migration, IT disaster recovery, and release management. By integrating with various SaaS platforms, Cutover enhances communication and simplifies complex tasks for enterprises, ultimately reducing risk and costs.
OpenFin
Series C in 2019
OpenFin Inc. specializes in providing runtime technology solutions tailored for financial desktops, enabling web applications to function outside traditional browser environments. Founded in 2010 and based in New York, with an additional office in London, the company serves clients in the financial services sector, including banks in the United States and Europe. OpenFin's platform facilitates real-time application generation, desktop notifications, and seamless communication between applications while adhering to stringent security and compliance standards required by financial institutions. This approach allows users to avoid costly packaging and deployment cycles, promoting rapid and secure application deployment.
Krowd
Seed Round in 2019
Krowd Limited is a London-based company founded in 2016 that operates a platform designed to connect retailers and cardholders. The company has developed a Customer Acquisition Marketplace (CAM) that facilitates real-time bidding by retailers for access to cardholders, thereby enabling large-scale offer sourcing. By combining transaction data with third-party information, Krowd provides merchants with hyper-personalized offers that enhance customer acquisition and retention. Its platform employs artificial intelligence to optimize the bidding process, allowing retailers and credit card issuers to create high-quality, behavior-changing offers that drive customer engagement and usage. Krowd serves a diverse clientele, including retailers, banks, and merchant acquirers, positioning itself as a key player in the customer retention and acquisition landscape.
Form3
Series B in 2018
Form3 is a London-based company that provides cloud-based payment processing, clearing, and settlement services tailored for regulated financial institutions. Established in 2016, it offers a fully managed payment technology service built on a robust AWS cloud processing platform. Form3's architecture includes multiple payment gateways and a micro-services framework, allowing clients to access a comprehensive range of payment schemes through a single application programming interface (API). This technology facilitates secure and reliable agency payment services on a per-transaction basis without upfront costs. Its clientele consists of various financial entities, including leading banks, non-bank financial institutions, and fintech companies, such as payment institutions and e-money providers.
Wireless Infrastructure Group
Debt Financing in 2018
Wireless Infrastructure Group is an independent company that specializes in the development and operation of wireless communication infrastructure in the United Kingdom and beyond. Established in 2006, WIG focuses on building and managing communication towers and other wireless assets through a shared model supported by a robust fiber backbone. The company has enhanced competition in the telecom sector, which is typically dominated by a few large players, by introducing innovation and efficiency. WIG has expanded its portfolio to include over 2,000 shared communication infrastructure assets, acquired from a diverse array of sources such as utilities, mobile operators, and police forces. Recently, the company has also initiated operations in the Republic of Ireland and the Netherlands, further extending its reach in the wireless infrastructure market.
Beacon Platform
Series A in 2018
Beacon Platform, Inc. develops a cloud-based integrated data and financial analytics platform tailored for developers, quantitative analysts, data scientists, and business users. The company provides a suite of tools that includes a front office trading and risk management system, along with applications and financial data models designed for the capital markets. Beacon's platform enables users to build, test, and deploy analytics securely and at scale, facilitating rapid solution development from front to back office. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in New York, Beacon Platform also maintains offices in London and Tokyo. Its technology enables clients to focus on their competitive advantages by offering a flexible data model and transparent source code, allowing for efficient and effective solution deployment.
Hyperoptic
Debt Financing in 2018
Hyperoptic Ltd. is a London-based provider of fiber-to-the-building broadband services aimed at residential, business, and property sectors. Established in 2010, the company distinguishes itself by delivering true superfast broadband through direct fiber connections to premises, in contrast to many UK internet service providers that rely on hybrid systems involving outdated copper cables. This approach allows Hyperoptic to offer high and reliable internet speeds, addressing the UK's lag in hyperfast broadband availability compared to countries like Japan and the United States. The company collaborates with property owners, developers, and professionals to install fiber infrastructure in both new and existing buildings, while also providing services such as installation, billing, telephony, technical support, and various business broadband solutions. With a robust expansion strategy, Hyperoptic is positioned to significantly enhance broadband access across the United Kingdom.
THG
Debt Financing in 2018
THG Holdings plc is an online retailer and technology company based in Manchester, United Kingdom, specializing in direct-to-consumer e-commerce solutions for consumer brand owners. Founded in 2004, the company has developed a robust platform that enables the manufacture and online retail of nutrition, skincare, haircare, and cosmetics products. THG operates a diverse array of websites that sell luxury fashion items and provides various services, including website development, online advertising, marketing, and consultancy. Additionally, it offers warehousing, distribution, and content creation through THG Studios, which supports large-scale projects. Beyond e-commerce, THG is involved in the management of hairdressing salons, hotels, and health clubs. The company was previously known as The Hut Group Limited before rebranding to THG Holdings plc in September 2020.
Hornby
Post in 2018
Hornby PLC is a manufacturer and retailer of toy and hobby products, primarily specializing in model trains and model railways. The company's extensive product range includes train sets, locomotives, wagons, coaches, and various accessories such as tracks, power and control systems, and scenic elements. Hornby markets its offerings under several well-known brands, including Hornby, Skale Autos, SkaleScenics, Skaledale, Arnold, Jouef, Lima, Rivarossi, and Electrotren. With a distribution network that spans hobby specialists, retailers, and its own website, Hornby serves customers in the United Kingdom, the United States, Spain, Italy, and other parts of Europe. Established in 1907, the company is headquartered in Margate, United Kingdom.
Digital Reasoning
Series D in 2018
Digital Reasoning Systems, Inc. is a developer of an artificial intelligence cognitive computing platform that specializes in processing and organizing unstructured data into meaningful insights for businesses. Founded in 2000 and based in Franklin, Tennessee, with additional offices in New York, Washington, D.C., and London, the company offers its primary product, Synthesys, which utilizes advanced features such as natural language processing, entity resolution, and link analysis. This platform is designed to automatically categorize, link, retrieve, and profile unstructured data, providing critical intelligence and insights for industries including finance, healthcare, and legal sectors. Digital Reasoning's solutions support intelligence analysts in both government and commercial markets, enhancing their ability to visualize connections within data sets and address risks and threats effectively. The company maintains strategic partnerships to enhance its offerings and expand its reach in the market.
CurveGlobal
Venture Round in 2018
CurveGlobal Markets is the brand name of the London Stock Exchange derivatives market.
Ornua
Debt Financing in 2017
Ornua is an Irish dairy product firm based in Dublin that specializes in the export, marketing, and sales of a wide range of consumer dairy products and dairy food ingredients. The company focuses on transforming high-quality milk from Irish grass-fed cows into delicious dairy offerings that resonate with consumers globally. By prioritizing customer needs, Ornua develops products and brand campaigns designed to inspire and engage its clientele. This commitment to quality and customer service allows Ornua to provide competitive solutions in the dairy market, ensuring that clients can meet their demands effectively.
STEM
Series B in 2017
Kano Computing Limited specializes in developing educational kits and a coding platform aimed at children and young learners. Founded in 2013 and based in London, the company provides a range of do-it-yourself hardware kits that allow users to create games, synthesize music, and animate characters. Its offerings include the Motion Sensor Kit, which uses a USB sensor to translate physical movements into data, enhancing the learning experience. Kano's products are designed to teach users about computers and coding through engaging, hands-on projects, fostering creativity and essential coding skills. The company sells its kits online and also exports its products internationally, making its educational tools accessible to a global audience.
Form3
Series A in 2017
Form3 is a London-based company that provides cloud-based payment processing, clearing, and settlement services tailored for regulated financial institutions. Established in 2016, it offers a fully managed payment technology service built on a robust AWS cloud processing platform. Form3's architecture includes multiple payment gateways and a micro-services framework, allowing clients to access a comprehensive range of payment schemes through a single application programming interface (API). This technology facilitates secure and reliable agency payment services on a per-transaction basis without upfront costs. Its clientele consists of various financial entities, including leading banks, non-bank financial institutions, and fintech companies, such as payment institutions and e-money providers.
Poq
Debt Financing in 2017
Poq Studio Ltd. is a London-based company that offers a cloud-based application commerce platform designed specifically for retailers. Founded in 2011, Poq enables retailers to create customized native applications efficiently, integrating seamlessly with existing e-commerce systems. The platform provides a comprehensive set of features, including a content management system that supports interactive content and push messaging. Retailers can utilize the platform to enhance their understanding of customer behavior, plan content and merchandising strategies, and manage the customer journey effectively. By combining online shopping data with in-store insights, Poq helps retailers measure app performance and identify growth opportunities, thereby fostering brand development, product sales, and customer loyalty. The company also has offices in the United States, expanding its reach in the retail technology sector.
AUTO1 Group
Series E in 2017
AUTO1 Group, established in 2012 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, operates a technology-driven used car marketplace. It connects buyers and sellers, including consumers and dealers, across Europe and North America. AUTO1 Group sources used cars from various channels such as original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), dealerships, and its own business units, then sells them through its global dealership network. The company's platform offers a simple, transparent, and convenient way to buy and sell used cars, with a focus on providing access to a wide range of certified vehicles.
Belltown Power
Venture Round in 2017
Belltown Power is an international renewable energy company founded in 2013 and based in London. The company specializes in the development and operation of renewable energy projects, including wind, solar, hydro, and biomass heat technologies. Belltown Power focuses on project sourcing, evaluation, construction, and operations to maximize the long-term value of its assets. By collaborating with development and funding partners, the company aims to deliver high-quality renewable energy projects on schedule and within budget, contributing to the decarbonization of the economy.
Wazoku
Debt Financing in 2017
Wazoku Limited is a London-based company that specializes in web-based idea management tools aimed at fostering innovation within organizations. Established in 2011, Wazoku offers various solutions, including Custom Spotlight, Business Spotlight, Government Spotlight, and Idea Spotlight, which enable businesses to capture, evaluate, and prioritize ideas from employees, partners, and customers. These tools are designed to support organizations of all sizes in their innovation efforts, helping them to build a sustainable culture of innovation. In addition to its software offerings, Wazoku provides training, workshops, and consulting services to enhance the idea management process. The company is committed to integrating innovation and sustainability into its core operations, believing that every organization can innovate effectively at scale.
Castleton Technology
Post in 2016
Castleton Technology plc is an investment holding company that specializes in providing software and managed services primarily to the public and not-for-profit sectors in the United Kingdom and Australia, with a strong focus on the social housing sector. The company operates through two main segments: Managed Services and Software Solutions. The Managed Services segment delivers IT infrastructure and support, while the Software Solutions segment offers a wide range of applications designed to enhance business processes for social landlords. These solutions include tenant engagement tools, rent collection systems, financial planning and control software, and document management services. Additionally, Castleton Technology's offerings feature integrated tools for repairs management, AI capabilities for Amazon Alexa integration, and various specialized software for managing arrears and supplier invoicing. Established in 1997 and formerly known as Redstone plc, Castleton Technology plc is headquartered in Sutton Coldfield, United Kingdom, and operates as a subsidiary of MRI Software Limited since June 2020.
Olive Communications
Debt Financing in 2016
Olive Communications is a provider of managed cloud communication services, catering to corporate, small, and mid-sized organizations across the UK. The company partners with major network operators, carriers, IT vendors, and infrastructure providers, including long-standing collaborations with Microsoft, Mitel, and Virtual 1. Recognized as Vodafone Platinum Partner of the Year in 2015, Olive consolidates and manages communication networks and services for over 7,000 businesses. Its offerings include secure, consistent, and seamless communication solutions that enhance information technology infrastructure, improve workforce accountability, and support flexible working arrangements, ultimately delivering cost efficiencies to its clients.
MOO.COM
Debt Financing in 2015
Offices in Providence, Rhode Island, Boston, Massachusetts and London, MOO.COM prints "MiniCards" and other stationery from your photos or designs which can be uploaded directly or accessed through [Flickr](http://www.crunchbasdcdscse.com/organization/Flickr), Picasa or one of Moo's other partner sites. Every single card can have a different image on it, which has turned them into somewhat of a collectors item. MOO says they "dream up new tools that help people turn their virtual content into beautiful print products" and indeed they have. After originally only offering MiniCards, MOO now offers stickers, greeting cards, business cards and postcards. MOO, which raised $5 million from Atlas Venture and Index Ventures in April 2006, has sold "several million cards" to customers in over 180 countries - including North Korea.
Reevoo
Series C in 2015
Reevoo Limited operates a user-generated content platform that connects brands with customers by facilitating the collection and analysis of verified ratings and reviews. This platform enhances customer engagement and streamlines the purchase journey across various industries, including automotive, finance, manufacturing, retail, and travel, both in the United Kingdom and internationally. By enabling businesses to gather feedback from verified consumers, Reevoo helps companies improve their online experiences and make informed decisions based on customer insights. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in London, Reevoo also has locations in Sydney and California.
Anthemis
Venture Round in 2015
Anthemis Group, established in 2010, is a London-based, multi-stage asset management platform that invests in and supports early-stage financial services and technology companies in the United States and Europe. The firm aims to drive change in the financial system by fostering businesses committed to resiliency, transparency, access, and equity. With a deep understanding of markets and models, and a passion for emerging technology, Anthemis creates a collaborative ecosystem for diverse stakeholders to address the financial system's most pressing challenges.
Anthemis
Venture Round in 2014
Anthemis Group, established in 2010, is a London-based, multi-stage asset management platform that invests in and supports early-stage financial services and technology companies in the United States and Europe. The firm aims to drive change in the financial system by fostering businesses committed to resiliency, transparency, access, and equity. With a deep understanding of markets and models, and a passion for emerging technology, Anthemis creates a collaborative ecosystem for diverse stakeholders to address the financial system's most pressing challenges.
GBM Digital Technologies
Debt Financing in 2014
GBM Digital Technologies has been enhancing organizations through technology for over 20 years, primarily focusing on the distribution of Apple hardware and software products. The company serves a diverse clientele, including businesses, charities, educational institutions, and public sector bodies across the UK. GBM is dedicated to providing exceptional service, support, and integration of Apple technology, ensuring that its clients can fully leverage the benefits of these products to improve their operations and achieve their goals.
G4S
Post in 2013
G4S is a leading international security solutions group, headquartered in London, England, and founded in 1901. The company specializes in providing a range of security services and solutions tailored for various businesses and industries, particularly in sectors where safety and security risks are significant concerns. G4S combines expertise, a skilled workforce, and advanced technology, including data analytics, to enhance security measures and help organizations minimize risks and costs. Its mission is to safeguard the welfare and prosperity of millions of people globally by delivering effective security solutions.
Fixnetix
Venture Round in 2012
Fixnetix Ltd. is a provider of market data, trading access, and risk management solutions tailored for financial institutions, including investment banks, hedge funds, and trading houses. Established in London in 2006, the company specializes in ultra-low latency technologies to enhance trading efficiency across various asset classes, such as equities, options, futures, and foreign exchange. Fixnetix offers a range of managed services, including a market data feed protocol, a pan-European exchange membership service, and real-time pre-trade risk assessment systems. Additionally, the company provides comprehensive connectivity and infrastructure solutions, including hardware consultancy, installation, and ongoing support. With a strong international presence, Fixnetix maintains offices in key financial hubs, including New York, Chicago, Boston, and Tokyo, and operates as a subsidiary of CSC Computer Sciences Limited.
Total Fitness
Acquisition in 2010
Total Fitness Ltd. is a health and fitness company operating a network of 17 clubs across the North of England and Wales. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Handforth, the company offers a range of facilities, including gym equipment, swimming pools, and group exercise studios. Its gyms are equipped with cardio machines, training gear, and functional equipment, catering to diverse fitness needs. In addition to standard gym offerings, Total Fitness provides various fitness classes such as circuits, spinning, boot camps, and specialized activities like pole dancing. The company also emphasizes overall wellness by offering nutrition guidance and fitness advice to its members.
AWS Electronics Group
Venture Round in 2008
AWS Electronics Group Ltd. offers comprehensive electronics manufacturing solutions across Europe, specializing in the entire product life cycle from design to repair. The company provides services such as rapid prototyping, product assembly, high-end surface mounting, complex electro-mechanical assembly, and cable and harness assembly. Its clientele includes a diverse range of sectors, including aerospace, automotive, defense, medical, and industrial controls. Founded in 1974 and headquartered in Staffordshire, United Kingdom, with an additional office in Námestovo, Slovakia, AWS operates through three specialized centers in the UK: AWS Cemgraft in Newbury, AWS Electronics in Newcastle-under-Lyme, and AWS Jantec in Bedford. The firm is recognized as a leading provider of electronic manufacturing services in the region and operates as a subsidiary of Incap Oyj.
Supermarket Income REIT
Supermarket Income REIT plc is a United Kingdom-based company focused on acquiring high-quality supermarket properties across the country. The company aims to establish a diversified portfolio of supermarket real estate assets that not only generates long-term, RPI-linked income from institutional-grade tenants but also offers potential for capital growth through active asset management. By strategically investing in key supermarket sites, Supermarket Income REIT seeks to align with the evolving grocery market in the UK, ensuring sustainable returns for its shareholders.
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