Funding Circle

Funding Circle, founded in 2010 and based in London, is an independent online lending platform that connects investors with small and medium-sized businesses seeking funding. The firm operates across Western Europe and North America, providing a marketplace where various investors, including individuals, banks, and government entities, can lend directly to businesses. This model allows businesses to access quick financing for growth, working capital, and other operational needs, while investors can earn attractive returns on their contributions. Funding Circle's platform supports economic development by facilitating job creation and supporting local communities. It also engages with institutional investors on securitization programs, enhancing the funding options available for businesses.

Samir Desai

Co-Founderand CEO

Elisa Fung

Associate Director

Sean Glithero

CFO

Bernardo Martinez

U.S. MD

James Meekings

Co-Founderand MD United Kingdom

Panni Morshedi

MD, Europe

Josh Snowden

Associate

Sophie Stubbs

Investor Relations Manager

Shamim Vorajee

Associate

9 past transactions

Zencap

Acquisition in 2015
Zencap owns and operates a digital credit market place for for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). It was founded 2014 based in Berlin, Germany. In 2015 Zencap was acquired by Funding Circle.

Endurance Lending Network

Acquisition in 2013
Endurance Lending Network is a web-based lender focused on small and medium businesses in the United States. We provide loans of between $25,000 and $500,000 to high-quality entrepreneurs looking for expansion capital, equipment purchases or more general needs.

UrbanThings

Seed Round in 2018
UrbanThings builds smart ticketing platforms with in-built passenger data capture for the transportation sector. UrbanThings delivers real-time passenger occupancy data to promote safer travel in a socially distanced world.

Funding Circle Deutschland GmbH

Merger/Acquisition in 2015
Funding Circle Deutschland GmbH was acquired by Funding Circle Limited. Funding Circle Deutschland GmbH owns and operates a digital credit market place for companies. The company was formerly known as Zencap Deutschland GmbH. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Berlin, Germany.

121 Rental

Debt Financing in 2017
121 Rental is an independent vehicle hire start-up, we have created a hub for individuals to earn money on their vehicles. We deliver and collect vehicles in and around the London area and have acquired a fleet of high demand vehicles. Our network is ever growing with access to over 250 prestige and fleet cars, supplying daily rental or vehicle leasing to retail and business-to-business users. We regulate prices from car owners and ensure that our rates are up-to 25% lower than other independent car rental providers. 121 Rental thrives on providing an excellent service, competitive pricing and ensuring vehicles are delivered to any desired location in the City. 121 Rental will soon become a marketplace allowing vendors to list their vehicle. Hirer’s will have 24 hours unrestricted access using our pick-up or delivery services and will enable hirer’s to track their orders in real-time.

Premier Roof Systems

Debt Financing in 2020
Premier Roof Systems offer design, manufacture, supply and installation services for Conservatory Roofs, Roof Lanterns, Roof Windows, Windows and Doors to both trade and domestic.

Indigo Clothing

Debt Financing in 2010
London based t-shirt printing and promotional clothing agency Indigo Clothing produces customised clothing such as tshirts, hoodies, polo shirts and staff uniform for a wide range of clients, both large and small. Using screen printing, embroidery or DTG techniques, Indigo can add your logo or design onto 1000s of different products. Indigo has a industry leading website full of useful guides and transparent pricing as well as maintaining a fun, fashion blog.

LeapPay

Acquisition in 2014
LeapPay Inc. offers online invoice payment services. The company is based in New York, New York.

WIFIPLUG

Debt Financing in 2017
WIFIPLUG is an app controlled smart plug and smart light switch that enables you to control your lights & devices remotely. They are the first 2 pioneers 2 patents with regards to saving money automatically and securing the home using Machine Learning. They are the first company to work with all the major voice platforms including, Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant and IFTTT. The only smart plug with open source API for simple easy integration with B2B WIFIPLUG is based in Leeds, United Kingdom & has an office in St.Louis, USA.