Merian Global Investors

Merian Global Investors is an independent asset management firm based in London, England, established in June 2018 following the acquisition of the single-strategy investment capabilities of Old Mutual Global Investors by its management team and TA Associates. The firm focuses on building a specialized asset management business, emphasizing the value of active investment management tailored to clients' expectations. Merian aims to attract and retain skilled investment professionals who are experts in their respective fields, providing them with the necessary operational, risk management, and distribution support to excel. This approach allows investment professionals the freedom to make decisions without the constraints of a centralized investment view.

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Starling Bank

Venture Round in 2020
Starling Bank Limited is a digital-only bank based in London, United Kingdom, founded in 2014. It specializes in providing personal, joint, and business banking services through a mobile platform. The bank offers a range of financial services, including digital banking, real-time spending intelligence, and personalized banking options. Customers can manage their accounts entirely online, benefiting from features such as same-day payments and comprehensive financial management tools. Starling Bank aims to facilitate a seamless, paperless banking experience for its users.

Starling Bank

Series C in 2019
Starling Bank Limited is a digital-only bank based in London, United Kingdom, founded in 2014. It specializes in providing personal, joint, and business banking services through a mobile platform. The bank offers a range of financial services, including digital banking, real-time spending intelligence, and personalized banking options. Customers can manage their accounts entirely online, benefiting from features such as same-day payments and comprehensive financial management tools. Starling Bank aims to facilitate a seamless, paperless banking experience for its users.

Secret Escapes

Venture Round in 2018
Secret Escapes is a UK-based online platform that offers discounted luxury travel experiences to its members. It negotiates exclusive rates with high-end hotels and holiday providers, both domestically and internationally, and sells these at up to 60% off through weekly 'flash' sales. The company acts as an agent, curating and recommending four and five-star hotels, spa breaks, resorts, and beach escapes. Membership is free and provides access to these otherwise hard-to-find rates, with a price match guarantee.

Albert Technologies

Post in 2018
Albert Technologies Ltd., based in Tel Aviv, Israel, offers an autonomous, AI-driven marketing platform for brands and agencies worldwide. Utilizing a SaaS model, the company's AI software manages cross-channel digital marketing campaigns, from execution and optimization to analysis and insights. It handles tasks such as paid social advertising, mobile marketing, and CRM solutions, freeing up marketing teams to focus on strategy. Established in 2010, Albert serves prominent brands like Harley Davidson and Cosabella, driving increased sales and reduced operational costs through data-driven, real-time decision-making across channels and devices.

Wise

Series E in 2017
Wise provides a core money transfer product, along with a borderless account for its audience of ex-pats, freelancers, and travelers, which holds over £2 billion in current deposits. The company features like automated identification verification, online and in-app technical assistance, and estimations of when money transfers will arrive, products and services that meet the needs of clients. Wise was established in 2011 by Kristo Kaarmann and Taavet Hinrikus in London, England.

THG

Private Equity Round in 2017
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.
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