Northstar Ventures

Northstar Ventures Limited is a venture capital firm established in 2004 and based in Newcastle, United Kingdom. The firm specializes in both direct investments and fund of funds, targeting early-stage companies, including those in Series A, B, and C rounds, as well as pre-seed and growth capital investments. Its investment portfolio spans various sectors, such as digital media, clean technology, healthcare, and telecommunications. Northstar Ventures primarily focuses on opportunities within the United Kingdom, particularly in the North East of England, including County Durham, Northumberland, and Tyne and Wear. The firm typically invests between £0.02 million and £0.75 million, with the potential for larger investments up to £2 million, in businesses with a turnover of up to €50 million. In addition to its direct investments, Northstar Ventures manages funds like the North East Social Investment Fund, supporting social enterprises in the region.

Khadija Ashfaq

Investment Manager

Paul Barrett

Investment Manager

Rick Charnley

Investment Director

Alison Collins

Investment Manager

Dominic Endicott

Director

Zara Ford

Investment Manager

Peter Gilson

Investment Manager

Alasdair Greig

Director

Sean Kelly

Investment Manager

Caitlin May

Investment Manager

Thomas O'Neill

Investment Manager

Emma O'Rourke

Finance Director

Hekla Goodman Parker

Investment Manager

Ian Richards

Director

Naomi Allen Seales

Investment Manager

Julie Wake

Investment Manager

Gerry White

Non Executive Director

Past deals in Europe

Amlo Biosciences

Venture Round in 2022
AMLo Biosciences Ltd is a UK-based company focused on developing diagnostic solutions for melanoma, particularly in its early stages. The company has created a prognostic test known as AMBLor, which aims to accurately predict the risk of disease progression in patients with AJCC Stage I and Stage II melanoma. This test identifies two specific proteins in the skin overlying the primary tumor that are typically lost in high-risk melanoma cases. Since its incorporation in 2017, AMLo Biosciences has been dedicated to improving melanoma diagnostics through its innovative approach.

Sphera

Seed Round in 2022
Sphera develops new materials for the built environment - with no compromise to our planet. Sphera makes net-zero construction a reality

Sub-10

Seed Round in 2022
Sub-10 provides a platform with AI that curates the content. The learning system that gives companies access to improve compliance, knowledge, and skills The free-thinking AI that creates a customized learning path that is in line with their preferences and performance They are e-learning providers. They support employee engagement and business growth.

onHand

Seed Round in 2021
onHand is an on-demand volunteering app, that makes employee volunteering as easy as ordering a takeaway.

One Utility Bill

Venture Round in 2021
One Utility Bill Limited, founded in 2015 and based in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom, specializes in developing software that assists letting agents in creating, quoting, and selling bill packages tailored for their properties and residential tenants. The company's platform streamlines the management of various utility payments, including electricity, gas, water, TV licenses, and broadband services. By providing a comprehensive solution for bill management, One Utility Bill simplifies the process for both letting agents and tenants, ensuring a more efficient payment experience.

Beau’s Ice Cream Parlour

Seed Round in 2021
Beau’s Ice Cream Parlour provides ice cream goods. The first order comes with a $5 discount. They offer ice cream in a wide range of flavors. They use organic and fairtrade ingredients to make their ice cream.

CellRev

Seed Round in 2021
high expertise in the designing and testing of self-assembling peptides providing different benefits when culturing adherent cells in vitro.

Poptop

Venture Round in 2021
Poptop is a global entertainment booking service that offers a marketplace for curated event packages and entertainment ideas. This platform caters to planners of private events who prefer not to engage traditional event agencies. By providing a diverse range of options, Poptop simplifies the process of sourcing entertainment and planning events, making it easier for individuals and organizations to create memorable experiences.

Gliff.ai

Seed Round in 2020
Intogral Limited develops image analysis software based on artificial intelligence (AI) and deep learning technology. The company provides services, such as data annotation, for images, video, audio, and text, including outlining objects, tagging, tracking, and marking; crowdsourcing, provide a service that bridges companies to global crowdsourcing solutions; deep learning; and data analytics, includes pattern recognition, geographic mapping, clustering, and trend prediction. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Durham, United Kingdom.

Clixifix

Venture Round in 2020
Clixifix is a software-as-a-service platform that specializes in defect and repair resolution for the building and construction industry. Founded in 2012 and located in Spennymoor, United Kingdom, Clixifix enables house builders and commercial contractors to effectively manage their customer care operations. The platform tracks defects and necessary repairs in new residential and commercial properties, facilitating a clear communication process between residents and subcontractors. By offering a streamlined approach from the initial report to resolution, Clixifix reduces confusion and frustration, ultimately improving the efficiency of customer care management in the construction sector.

Donr

Seed Round in 2020
Donr Ltd. designs and develops a digital fundraising platform and tools for charities. The company offers mobile donation technology solutions that allow supporters to donate. Donr Ltd. was founded in 2016 and is based in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom.

One Utility Bill

Venture Round in 2020
One Utility Bill Limited, founded in 2015 and based in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom, specializes in developing software that assists letting agents in creating, quoting, and selling bill packages tailored for their properties and residential tenants. The company's platform streamlines the management of various utility payments, including electricity, gas, water, TV licenses, and broadband services. By providing a comprehensive solution for bill management, One Utility Bill simplifies the process for both letting agents and tenants, ensuring a more efficient payment experience.

Footy.com

Venture Round in 2020
The Footy Club Limited operates a website for comparing football products and merchandise. It operates FOOTY.COM, a football price comparison site for finding cheapest prices on various products and football merchandise. The company’s site is used to compare prices of football boots, kits, trainers, clothing, equipment, and other products. The company was incorporated in 2014 and is based in Houghton-le-Spring, United Kingdom.

Footy.com

Seed Round in 2020
The Footy Club Limited operates a website for comparing football products and merchandise. It operates FOOTY.COM, a football price comparison site for finding cheapest prices on various products and football merchandise. The company’s site is used to compare prices of football boots, kits, trainers, clothing, equipment, and other products. The company was incorporated in 2014 and is based in Houghton-le-Spring, United Kingdom.

Oak

Seed Round in 2020
Oak is a simple, cloud-based software solution designed to create the ultimate employee experience and help employers get the most out of their people. Oak is used across a variety of industries by businesses and organisations looking to connect their workforce. They work with some of the world’s biggest brands to help them achieve record levels of employee engagement and business connectivity. From Five Guys to Aldi, ITV to River Island, Oak's enterprise collaboration software has given their clients the tools they need to bring their teams together and work better as one.

Ricochet.ai

Convertible Note in 2019
Ricochet Technologies Ltd, founded in 2018 and based in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom, specializes in providing a sales platform that leverages machine learning and natural language processing. The company focuses on automating sales prospecting and engagement specifically for small and medium-sized enterprises in the B2B sector, aiming to enhance their growth potential. As of December 2020, Ricochet operates as a subsidiary of Cognism Limited, further strengthening its capabilities in the sales automation landscape.

Magnitude Biosciences

Series A in 2019
Magnitude Biosciences Limited provides drug discovery solutions and services. It develops healthspan machine, which uses small computers each linked to a camera to monitor various nematodes under multiple conditions. The company’s solution assists the ageing research industry and academic researchers in testing compounds, such as food additives and drugs. It focuses on serving the global field of ageing research and drug discovery sector. The company was incorporated in 2018 and is based in Durham, United Kingdom.

IOTech

Series A in 2019
The growth in IoT is explosive, impressive and unsustainable under current architectural approaches. Many IoT deployments face challenges related to latency, network bandwidth, reliability and security, which cannot be addressed in cloud-only models.

Haystack

Convertible Note in 2019
Built for techies who are fed up with the age-old recruitment approach, Haystack is a data insights and careers marketplace that uncovers opportunities based on your interests, values and tech stack.

CellRev

Pre Seed Round in 2019
high expertise in the designing and testing of self-assembling peptides providing different benefits when culturing adherent cells in vitro.

Refract

Series A in 2019
Refract Software Ltd develops sales coaching software. It provides conversation intelligence and video coaching platform. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Stockport, United Kingdom.

Wordnerds

Seed Round in 2019
Wordnerds teach computers to understand language, make decisions, and find actionable insights. Using AI and advanced linguistics, they are turning the internet into the world’s biggest focus group.

Humble Angel Records

Seed Round in 2019
Streaming only record label

amBX

Series A in 2019
amBX UK Limited is a software company that specializes in lighting control technology, providing innovative solutions for partners and clients worldwide. The company offers a range of products, including amBX Smart Core, a software platform for managing digital and network-connected lighting in various environments, and the amBX Light-Scene Engine, designed for commercial lighting applications. Its applications, such as amBX Colourscaper and amBX Live for iPad, enable users to customize lighting in different spaces, while the XC Colourscaper controls the amBIENT XC DMX lighting controller. Additionally, amBX develops bio-adaptive lighting solutions to enhance health and well-being. Serving multiple markets, including connected lighting, hospitality, and advertising, amBX distributes its products through a network of dealers and partners. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Middlesbrough, United Kingdom, amBX aims to transform the lighting and digital entertainment experience by integrating audio and video content into physical spaces, thereby enhancing user immersion and enjoyment.

Donr

Seed Round in 2019
Donr Ltd. designs and develops a digital fundraising platform and tools for charities. The company offers mobile donation technology solutions that allow supporters to donate. Donr Ltd. was founded in 2016 and is based in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom.

Incuto

Seed Round in 2019
Incuto Limited is a financial technology company based in Ilkley, United Kingdom, established in 2016. The company specializes in developing software-as-a-service (SaaS) banking solutions aimed at credit unions, community banks, and community development financial institutions (CDFIs). Its flagship product, the incuto Hive platform, enhances back-office operations, financial education, communication, performance management, and service delivery for these financial entities. By providing advanced technology, Incuto enables credit unions to lower operational costs, transition to digital services, and enhance their offerings. The platform facilitates the provision of banking services, including on-balance-sheet debit cards and bank accounts, while allowing credit unions to compete effectively against high-cost lenders. Additionally, it supports quick loan processing, enabling transactions to be completed in under five minutes, accessible 24/7 from any device.

ZeroLight

Convertible Note in 2019
ZeroLight is an automotive visualisation specialist which empowers brands to redefine customer experience and media production through digitisation. Integrating cutting-edge technologies like #VR, #AR, 4K, the #cloud, and personalised media into one market-leading platform, ZeroLight delivers highly engaging and scalable deployments which are proven to drive both engagement and higher specification sales. Working alongside the biggest names in both automotive and tech, including Audi, Pagani, Porsche, VW, Toyota, Nissan, and more, ZeroLight has garnered recognition from several national and international awards houses.

Arquer Diagnostics

Series B in 2019
Arquer Diagnostics Ltd. specializes in the design, development, and commercialization of non-invasive immunoassay diagnostic tests for bladder and prostate cancer. The company offers an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) for measuring small amounts of substances in body fluids, including a CE-marked ELISA kit for Mcm5, which is utilized in hospital pathology laboratories. Additionally, Arquer provides a point-of-care system that features a robust reader instrument and disposable cartridges, allowing for immediate testing in urology clinics, hospital laboratories, and general practitioners' surgeries. Founded in 2005 and formerly known as UroSens Ltd., the company is headquartered in Sunderland, United Kingdom, and is committed to improving cancer detection and monitoring to enhance patient outcomes.

NFL Pickwatch

Venture Round in 2019
Pickwatch Ltd offers an online platform for sports relate advice. The company tracks all the experts from ESPN, CBS, Profootballfocus and more and compare them for accuracy. Pickwatch Ltd was founded in 2015 and is based in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, United Kingdom.

Magnitude Biosciences

Seed Round in 2019
Magnitude Biosciences Limited provides drug discovery solutions and services. It develops healthspan machine, which uses small computers each linked to a camera to monitor various nematodes under multiple conditions. The company’s solution assists the ageing research industry and academic researchers in testing compounds, such as food additives and drugs. It focuses on serving the global field of ageing research and drug discovery sector. The company was incorporated in 2018 and is based in Durham, United Kingdom.

Changing Health

Seed Round in 2018
Built on a robust base of scientific evidence, our programmes empower people with the tools and knowledge to make lasting lifestyle changes. We’ve combined health coaching rooted in behavioural psychology with engaging digital education, delivering outcomes that stand up to rigorous evaluation. This approach enables healthcare organisations around the world to deliver game-changing support at scale, making the most of scarce time and resources.

Poptop

Venture Round in 2018
Poptop is a global entertainment booking service that offers a marketplace for curated event packages and entertainment ideas. This platform caters to planners of private events who prefer not to engage traditional event agencies. By providing a diverse range of options, Poptop simplifies the process of sourcing entertainment and planning events, making it easier for individuals and organizations to create memorable experiences.

Amlo Biosciences

Seed Round in 2018
AMLo Biosciences Ltd is a UK-based company focused on developing diagnostic solutions for melanoma, particularly in its early stages. The company has created a prognostic test known as AMBLor, which aims to accurately predict the risk of disease progression in patients with AJCC Stage I and Stage II melanoma. This test identifies two specific proteins in the skin overlying the primary tumor that are typically lost in high-risk melanoma cases. Since its incorporation in 2017, AMLo Biosciences has been dedicated to improving melanoma diagnostics through its innovative approach.

Refract

Seed Round in 2018
Refract Software Ltd develops sales coaching software. It provides conversation intelligence and video coaching platform. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Stockport, United Kingdom.

Humble Angel Records

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Streaming only record label

Ricochet.ai

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Ricochet Technologies Ltd, founded in 2018 and based in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom, specializes in providing a sales platform that leverages machine learning and natural language processing. The company focuses on automating sales prospecting and engagement specifically for small and medium-sized enterprises in the B2B sector, aiming to enhance their growth potential. As of December 2020, Ricochet operates as a subsidiary of Cognism Limited, further strengthening its capabilities in the sales automation landscape.

Newcells Biotech

Seed Round in 2018
Newcells Biotech Limited is a biotechnology company specializing in the production of induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) and their differentiation into various cell and tissue types. Established in 2014 and based in Newcastle upon Tyne, the company provides a range of off-the-shelf iPSC-derived cell lines tailored for research and development applications. Their offerings include bespoke iPSCs created from patient tissues, neural progenitor cells, cardiomyocytes for cardiac disease modeling, haematopoietic progenitor cells, and other specialized somatic cell types. In addition to cell line production, Newcells Biotech offers development services such as tissue sourcing, custom reprogramming, and differentiation, aimed at supporting clients engaged in drug discovery, pre-clinical development, and disease mechanism investigation.

Orchid Software

Venture Round in 2018
Orchid Software is an intranet software development house and consultancy based in the North-East of England, UK; the company focuses on the development and provision of its proprietarily-developed Orchidnet intranet software. Orchidnet is a suite of intranet applications that includes traditional business processes as well as contemporary social media functionality. Orchid Software serves a client base including a wide range of companies over diverse sectors including: financial services, retail, publishing, media, manufacturing, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, government agencies, policing and law enforcement, commercial and social housing, educational instituitions, software/tech, logisitics and transport. Clients include Pizza Express, Go Compare, Ford Retail, The Southern Co-operative and 2 Sisters Food Group.

Venture Stream

Debt Financing in 2018
Venture Stream offers a range of e-commerce services and solutions to its clients. Venture Stream’s range of services include we design and development, digital marketing, e-commerce technology, and strategy and consulting. Web design and development includes web design consultancy, user acceptance testing, user experience design, and WordPress development. E-commerce technology consists of shopify and magento design and development. Marketing services consist of PPC management, SEO, content marketing, social media management, online PR, email marketing, conversion rate optimization, affiliate marketing, and branding and design. Strategy and consultancy consists of analysis and reporting, business strategy, e-commerce management, and training and workshops. Venture Stream was founded in 2012 and is based in Newcastle.

Gliff.ai

Seed Round in 2018
Intogral Limited develops image analysis software based on artificial intelligence (AI) and deep learning technology. The company provides services, such as data annotation, for images, video, audio, and text, including outlining objects, tagging, tracking, and marking; crowdsourcing, provide a service that bridges companies to global crowdsourcing solutions; deep learning; and data analytics, includes pattern recognition, geographic mapping, clustering, and trend prediction. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Durham, United Kingdom.

Changing Health

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Built on a robust base of scientific evidence, our programmes empower people with the tools and knowledge to make lasting lifestyle changes. We’ve combined health coaching rooted in behavioural psychology with engaging digital education, delivering outcomes that stand up to rigorous evaluation. This approach enables healthcare organisations around the world to deliver game-changing support at scale, making the most of scarce time and resources.

Poptop

Venture Round in 2017
Poptop is a global entertainment booking service that offers a marketplace for curated event packages and entertainment ideas. This platform caters to planners of private events who prefer not to engage traditional event agencies. By providing a diverse range of options, Poptop simplifies the process of sourcing entertainment and planning events, making it easier for individuals and organizations to create memorable experiences.

LandTrader

Seed Round in 2017
Land Trader is purpose-built to help make deals happen quickly and securely. It lets anyone buy and sell land without fuss. And frequent, expert advice helps best connect landowners with buyers and tenants. Land Trader wants to make buying and selling land accessible to everyone. It aims to cut the time spent trawling through irrelevant listings and checking different places. It wants you to only have to speak to genuine would-be buyers or sellers. As well as being able to talk to agents and service providers, in the same place.

amBX

Seed Round in 2016
amBX UK Limited is a software company that specializes in lighting control technology, providing innovative solutions for partners and clients worldwide. The company offers a range of products, including amBX Smart Core, a software platform for managing digital and network-connected lighting in various environments, and the amBX Light-Scene Engine, designed for commercial lighting applications. Its applications, such as amBX Colourscaper and amBX Live for iPad, enable users to customize lighting in different spaces, while the XC Colourscaper controls the amBIENT XC DMX lighting controller. Additionally, amBX develops bio-adaptive lighting solutions to enhance health and well-being. Serving multiple markets, including connected lighting, hospitality, and advertising, amBX distributes its products through a network of dealers and partners. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Middlesbrough, United Kingdom, amBX aims to transform the lighting and digital entertainment experience by integrating audio and video content into physical spaces, thereby enhancing user immersion and enjoyment.

Spontly

Seed Round in 2016
Spontly Limited is a company based in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom, that specializes in developing applications for sports teams and brand engagement. Founded in 2011, Spontly's offerings include a content hub and sharing app that fosters community interaction among fans by providing features such as game discussions, news updates, live scores, and commentary. The platform encourages users to engage with their favorite brands, enabling them to become brand ambassadors and share their experiences. By harnessing consumer-created content, Spontly helps businesses capture valuable audience insights and drive relevant traffic to their websites. The company operates on a Software as a Service model, making it accessible for various events, from corporate gatherings to personal celebrations.

Poptop

Seed Round in 2016
Poptop is a global entertainment booking service that offers a marketplace for curated event packages and entertainment ideas. This platform caters to planners of private events who prefer not to engage traditional event agencies. By providing a diverse range of options, Poptop simplifies the process of sourcing entertainment and planning events, making it easier for individuals and organizations to create memorable experiences.

Powerhouse Software

Seed Round in 2016
Powerhouse Software is a studio based in Newcastle upon Tyne that creates web, iOS and android software. Since foundation, the company has aimed to create and develop beautifully practical applications, that arm small businesses, accountants and bookkeepers with the tools to drive ease and efficiency into their everyday business. To date, the company has designed and developed two products. The first product ins+outs is currently available, and the second product called the MileEyes was launched on Q2 2017. MileEyes is an easy-to-use yet powerful business mileage tracking platform.

Alcyomics

Seed Round in 2016
Alcyomics Ltd develops human skin explants assay technology for testing immune-modulating drugs. The company offers Skimune, a platform focusing on the assessment of monoclonal antibodies and drugs. Additionally, it provides immune monitoring and investigation and biologics and cellular therapeutics services. The company caters to biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic sectors. Alcyomics Ltd was founded in 2007 and is based in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom.

Bounce It

Seed Round in 2016
Bounce it is a social media app that allows anyone to track media's journey around the world.

Hexis Lab

Seed Round in 2016
Hexis Lab is a technology company working at the forefront of raw material innovation. Hexis Lab produce ground-breaking ethnically targeted skincare products to protect and repair sun-damaged skin and improve life well-being. The company's discovery platform utilizes big data cloud computing approaches and in-silico computer modelling to screen a huge database of natural plant derived compounds for activity against our selected cellular targets.

Whispering Gibbon

Seed Round in 2016
Whispering Gibbon Ltd is a game company based in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, United Kingdom, founded by Joe Stevens in 2011. The company focuses on developing video game technology that bridges the gap between virtual content and reality, primarily through 3D printing. Whispering Gibbon offers innovative services such as RenderFab 3D, a cloud-based asset processing solution that streamlines the creation of 3D print-ready models from digital data. Additionally, the company provides Grabit, a platform for user-generated merchandising. Through these offerings, Whispering Gibbon aims to enhance the intersection of gaming and tangible products.

One Utility Bill

Pre Seed Round in 2016
One Utility Bill Limited, founded in 2015 and based in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom, specializes in developing software that assists letting agents in creating, quoting, and selling bill packages tailored for their properties and residential tenants. The company's platform streamlines the management of various utility payments, including electricity, gas, water, TV licenses, and broadband services. By providing a comprehensive solution for bill management, One Utility Bill simplifies the process for both letting agents and tenants, ensuring a more efficient payment experience.

Fit Gurus

Seed Round in 2016
Fit Gurus Ltd. owns and operates an online platform which allows users to access training plans from personal trainers and celebrities. The company also provides online gym subscription services. It also engages in online retail of gym products and apparel. The company was incorporated in 2014 and is based in South Shields, United Kingdom.

Femeda

Venture Round in 2016
Femeda Ltd. develops and manufactures medical devices to treat incontinence. It offers Pelviva, a device for electro stimulation of the pelvic floor and provides a pro-active treatment of bladder leakage. The company was incorporated in 2002 and is based in Cramlington, United Kingdom.

Weekend Box

Seed Round in 2016
Weekend Box delivers creative and fun activities by post for children aged 3-8. Activities included are something to make, bake, explore and More. The Weekend Box Club is a membership organization created to provide high quality activities parents and children to enjoy together. By providing with the things they need when they need them. The Weekend Box Club allows anyone to spend quality time getting to know the children and watching them develop key life skills as you spend time together.

Screach

Seed Round in 2016
Screenreach Interactive is the developer of the Screach Interactivity platform. Screach enables a user to engage with content on other platforms - such as digital signage, TV, radio, print or even in-app through phone to phone interactions - all through the Screach smart device app. Screach is built on an open platform, giving creatives and developers the option to create their own Screach experiences using our unique ScreachML language. Screach allows advertisers and brands to engage with consumers like never before, generating more revenue and profiling interactions. Screach users are able to explore the Screach app as a social and location based network that makes their whole world interactive. Screach acts as a discovery engine that opens a whole new dimension to the things you love.

Shine Interview

Seed Round in 2016
Shine Interview is a SaaS-based recruitment technology, incorporating next generation video interviewing, values-based recruitment, psychometric, and more.

Cornerways Consulting Ltd

Seed Round in 2016
Cornerways was founded with the aim of helping business leaders develop their vision, where unique or bespoke software sits at the heart of the business model.They take a pragmatic, and value led approach, which allows our clients to obtain market feedback and results quickly.

Caspian

Venture Round in 2016
Caspian Learning specializes in the development of educational software utilizing 3D games and simulation technology. The company focuses on creating engaging applications for various sectors, including entertainment, publishing, pharmaceuticals, defense, and education. With a portfolio of over 50 applications, Caspian has gained recognition for its work, earning multiple industry accolades. The core technology behind these offerings is Thinking Worlds, which enables immersive performance simulations within interactive 3D environments. This platform is designed for seamless deployment over the internet and integration with learning management systems, enhancing the accessibility and effectiveness of training and educational materials.

Natural Nutrients

Seed Round in 2016
Natural Nutrients, based on the Drum Industrial Estate in Durham, has developed a range of completely natural nutritional supplements to support customers’ healthy lifestyles. The company was established in 2013 when Personal Trainer and Nutritionist Liam Sherriff became frustrated with the lack of natural supplements available to his clients.

GoRaise

Seed Round in 2016
GoRaise is a customer loyalty platform, the reward being a donation to the customers chosen good cause. The good cause can be a anything from a national charity to a local PTA, sports club, girl guiding unit etc. Via the affiliate channels, over £750m in donations are available every year from partner retailers. So far only a fraction of this lands in the accounts of the thousands of amazing causes in the UK. GoRaise is on a mission to generate at least £10m in donations by the end of 2017.

Clixifix

Seed Round in 2016
Clixifix is a software-as-a-service platform that specializes in defect and repair resolution for the building and construction industry. Founded in 2012 and located in Spennymoor, United Kingdom, Clixifix enables house builders and commercial contractors to effectively manage their customer care operations. The platform tracks defects and necessary repairs in new residential and commercial properties, facilitating a clear communication process between residents and subcontractors. By offering a streamlined approach from the initial report to resolution, Clixifix reduces confusion and frustration, ultimately improving the efficiency of customer care management in the construction sector.

amBX

Seed Round in 2016
amBX UK Limited is a software company that specializes in lighting control technology, providing innovative solutions for partners and clients worldwide. The company offers a range of products, including amBX Smart Core, a software platform for managing digital and network-connected lighting in various environments, and the amBX Light-Scene Engine, designed for commercial lighting applications. Its applications, such as amBX Colourscaper and amBX Live for iPad, enable users to customize lighting in different spaces, while the XC Colourscaper controls the amBIENT XC DMX lighting controller. Additionally, amBX develops bio-adaptive lighting solutions to enhance health and well-being. Serving multiple markets, including connected lighting, hospitality, and advertising, amBX distributes its products through a network of dealers and partners. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Middlesbrough, United Kingdom, amBX aims to transform the lighting and digital entertainment experience by integrating audio and video content into physical spaces, thereby enhancing user immersion and enjoyment.

Recite Me

Seed Round in 2016
Recite Me Limited develops software which helps dyslexic and visually-impaired Web users to adapt Websites to fit their preferences, translating text into legible fonts, changing the colour contrast, and reading out the content on the page. The company was incorporated in 2010 and is based in Gateshead, United Kingdom.

Screach

Seed Round in 2016
Screenreach Interactive is the developer of the Screach Interactivity platform. Screach enables a user to engage with content on other platforms - such as digital signage, TV, radio, print or even in-app through phone to phone interactions - all through the Screach smart device app. Screach is built on an open platform, giving creatives and developers the option to create their own Screach experiences using our unique ScreachML language. Screach allows advertisers and brands to engage with consumers like never before, generating more revenue and profiling interactions. Screach users are able to explore the Screach app as a social and location based network that makes their whole world interactive. Screach acts as a discovery engine that opens a whole new dimension to the things you love.

Papertrail.io

Seed Round in 2016
Ensure inspections are never missed. Save time, money and reduce risk.

Tungl

Seed Round in 2016
Tungl is on a mission to revolutionise how businesses assess, select, and ultimately hire tech talent. Our tech recruitment platform provides online assessments and is used by those hiring tech talent worldwide to validate a candidate's practical skills and knowledge. We empower recruitment teams to shortlist candidates with confidence and enable hiring managers to have insightful interviews. This means businesses can make quicker and data-driven hiring decisions. We have a range of ready-made assessments in all major technologies, and you can use your own questions to make bespoke assessments, shaped around your job spec. We're easy to use and saves your business time - streamlining your tech recruitment.

WhatUsersDo

Seed Round in 2016
WhatUsersDo provide usability testing as an online service. Clients get to tap into a pan-European panel of internet users and watch videos of their screens and hear their spoken thoughts as they give feedback on websites. Founded in 2008 the firm includes large brands like TUI, BT and Comet amongst its clients as well as thousands of SMEs.

Fairstone

Private Equity Round in 2016
Fairstone is a national financial advisory and wealth management group. We combine market knowledge, specialist expertise and the very latest technology to produce the highest quality outcomes for our clients in a cost-effective manner. Fairstone incorporates the UK's largest Chartered Financial Planning firm and has a number of dedicated business channels that include financial advisory, Discretionary Fund Management, wealth management, property finance and estate planning. Launched in 2008 Fairstone is very much a ‘new model’ financial services business operating across both retail and corporate sectors. Our head office is based in Newcastle, and with 36 regional locations and management hubs in both London and Bristol, we have a truly national presence. Fairstone's rate of growth is consistently beyond 20% for each financial year and our annualized revenues exceed £40 million. Across the UK we now have over 300 financial advisers servicing 41,000 clients who collectively hold £7 billion in investment and pension assets. Our ultimate objectives across the group are to deliver annual revenues in excess of £100 million, EBITDA margin of above 10% and to oversee client funds of £15 billion.

CRESS Limited

Seed Round in 2016
CRESS Limited designs and manufactures energy storage systems for industrial applications. Its energy storage systems are used in container cranes; buses, trains, and metro; and wind turbines. The company was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Redcar, United Kingdom.

Verticly

Venture Round in 2016
Verticly is a London-based company that offers a SaaS platform designed to enhance customer engagement for FMCG brands, retailers, and manufacturers. Founded in 2014, it specializes in connecting online and offline customer data to deliver personalized, real-time content tailored to consumers. The platform addresses the complexities of the omni-channel marketing landscape, providing solutions that include channel attribution, vouchering, omni-channel retargeting, and personalized messaging. By simplifying marketing efforts for small and medium enterprises, Verticly enables businesses to effectively drive consumer purchases and improve overall engagement.

Screach

Seed Round in 2016
Screenreach Interactive is the developer of the Screach Interactivity platform. Screach enables a user to engage with content on other platforms - such as digital signage, TV, radio, print or even in-app through phone to phone interactions - all through the Screach smart device app. Screach is built on an open platform, giving creatives and developers the option to create their own Screach experiences using our unique ScreachML language. Screach allows advertisers and brands to engage with consumers like never before, generating more revenue and profiling interactions. Screach users are able to explore the Screach app as a social and location based network that makes their whole world interactive. Screach acts as a discovery engine that opens a whole new dimension to the things you love.

Femeda

Venture Round in 2016
Femeda Ltd. develops and manufactures medical devices to treat incontinence. It offers Pelviva, a device for electro stimulation of the pelvic floor and provides a pro-active treatment of bladder leakage. The company was incorporated in 2002 and is based in Cramlington, United Kingdom.

iResources

Seed Round in 2015
iResources is a digital marketing agency that focuses on the development of e-commerce, digital strategy, and custom applications. Its online marketing services includes search engine optimization, PPC, and web designing. iResources was founded by Jon Leighton in January 2010. It is based in Newcastle upon Tyne, England.

Whispering Gibbon

Seed Round in 2015
Whispering Gibbon Ltd is a game company based in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, United Kingdom, founded by Joe Stevens in 2011. The company focuses on developing video game technology that bridges the gap between virtual content and reality, primarily through 3D printing. Whispering Gibbon offers innovative services such as RenderFab 3D, a cloud-based asset processing solution that streamlines the creation of 3D print-ready models from digital data. Additionally, the company provides Grabit, a platform for user-generated merchandising. Through these offerings, Whispering Gibbon aims to enhance the intersection of gaming and tangible products.

TalkBe

Seed Round in 2015
TalkBe is an internet marketing service provider that distributes its clients' content and manages its audience on messaging platforms. It allows small businesses to easily communicate with their customers over existing messaging apps. TalkBe was launched in 2015 and is based in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom.

Whizzbang3D

Seed Round in 2015
Whizzbang3D

SoPost

Seed Round in 2015
SoPost Limited operates an online platform that lets people to share their favorite brands by sending physical and digital gifts to their friends via social media. Its platform also helps brands and their customers to send real gifts, as well as to run product sampling campaigns. The company was incorporated in 2012 and is headquartered in London, United Kingdom.

Screach

Seed Round in 2015
Screenreach Interactive is the developer of the Screach Interactivity platform. Screach enables a user to engage with content on other platforms - such as digital signage, TV, radio, print or even in-app through phone to phone interactions - all through the Screach smart device app. Screach is built on an open platform, giving creatives and developers the option to create their own Screach experiences using our unique ScreachML language. Screach allows advertisers and brands to engage with consumers like never before, generating more revenue and profiling interactions. Screach users are able to explore the Screach app as a social and location based network that makes their whole world interactive. Screach acts as a discovery engine that opens a whole new dimension to the things you love.

Nutriss

Seed Round in 2015
Nutriss

Ignite Accelerator

Seed Round in 2015
Ignite provides accelerator, incubator, and education programs for technology startups. Ignite is funded primarily through commercial activity, and has also raised investment from Northstar Ventures through the FBNE Accelerator Fund, managed by North East Finance as part of the £125m FBNE program. Founded in 2011 by Colin Willis, Jon Bradford, and Paul Smith, Ignite was expected to be a one-off, three month program. Instead, Ignite grew into an independent co-working space and venue that span off as Newcastle's tech centre Campus North. In 2016, Ignite expanded operations to London and Manchester, running accelerator programmes in both cities. In May 2016, Ignite MD Tristan Watson took over as CEO.

TripIQ Systems

Seed Round in 2015
TripIQ Systems

Grid

Seed Round in 2015
Grid connects city businesses, services, people and technology.

NotesNote

Seed Round in 2015
NotesNote LTD is developing screen sheet music reader specially designed for professional musicians and world's largest music sheet collection for all musicians. NotesNote one-stop marketplace for sheet music brings all the publishers under one roof and provide the musicians possibility to sell and share their sheet music. The NotesNote sheet music reader is the professional tool for classical musicians which has two 13,3” format E-ink screens suitable with touchscreen and stylus. The gadget is bi-foldable with long lasting battery and using WIFI for downloading the sheet music. Our sheet music reader is un-named yet. Please take part of the name competition www.notesnote.com

SenseLogix

Venture Round in 2015
SenseLogix Limited provides energy monitoring and control software solutions for commercial, industrial, education, public, retail, and energy service company sectors. The company offers automatic monitoring and targeting, industrial sub-metering, sub-metering, water monitoring, energy dashboard, small power control, industrial energy management, and estate management solutions. It provides an enterprise solution with modular applications; an intuitive and interactive dashboard for active energy management; an off-site storage vault of energy data; energy meters; metering enclosures; and energy nodes. The company was founded in 2009 and is based in Ellesmere Port, United Kingdom.

Hexis Lab

Seed Round in 2015
Hexis Lab is a technology company working at the forefront of raw material innovation. Hexis Lab produce ground-breaking ethnically targeted skincare products to protect and repair sun-damaged skin and improve life well-being. The company's discovery platform utilizes big data cloud computing approaches and in-silico computer modelling to screen a huge database of natural plant derived compounds for activity against our selected cellular targets.

Screach

Seed Round in 2015
Screenreach Interactive is the developer of the Screach Interactivity platform. Screach enables a user to engage with content on other platforms - such as digital signage, TV, radio, print or even in-app through phone to phone interactions - all through the Screach smart device app. Screach is built on an open platform, giving creatives and developers the option to create their own Screach experiences using our unique ScreachML language. Screach allows advertisers and brands to engage with consumers like never before, generating more revenue and profiling interactions. Screach users are able to explore the Screach app as a social and location based network that makes their whole world interactive. Screach acts as a discovery engine that opens a whole new dimension to the things you love.

Lytespark

Seed Round in 2015
LyteSpark is a video conferencing platform for business. Our vision is to make all businesses more efficient by removing location as a barrier to quality communication and collaboration. LyteSpark unifies the communication in a single intuitive platform. The software is hosted in the cloud and delivered within the web browser so that no installation is necessary for the host or attendees. We provide meeting rooms, interview rooms, webinar and presentation rooms, screenshare and live document editing. The interface delivers a dedicated, customisable interface for your company use.

Kontainers

Seed Round in 2015
Kontainers is as Enterprise SAAS Provider providing e-commerce capabilities to Freight Forwarders and Shipping Lines

Yak Hub

Seed Round in 2015
Instant setup call centres for SMEs

SpecifiedBy

Seed Round in 2015
SpecifiedBy started out as a 'CAD library' trying connect architects, designers and other specifiers with building product manufacturers using CAD models and has naturally developed into a 'Specification Library', with all the relevant data required to make a decision about a building product. They also aim to make marketing building products much easier for companies who are not particularly web-orientated, but who realise that the modern specifier is now doing their research online. The long-term goal is to make finding the best building product for a particular project, regardless of brand or reputation, as simple and quick a process as possible. To do this, they are creating online tools to connect building product manufacturers with specifiers and specifiers with other specifiers. They believe that through innovation and embracing modern technologies the construction industry can become a more open and collaborative place, to the benefit of everyone.

Verticly

Seed Round in 2015
Verticly is a London-based company that offers a SaaS platform designed to enhance customer engagement for FMCG brands, retailers, and manufacturers. Founded in 2014, it specializes in connecting online and offline customer data to deliver personalized, real-time content tailored to consumers. The platform addresses the complexities of the omni-channel marketing landscape, providing solutions that include channel attribution, vouchering, omni-channel retargeting, and personalized messaging. By simplifying marketing efforts for small and medium enterprises, Verticly enables businesses to effectively drive consumer purchases and improve overall engagement.

Sourcely

Seed Round in 2015
Sourcely offers its users with e-textbooks and academic journals that allows students to rent study material content for shorter period of time. Sourcely was founded in 2015 by Fraser Williams.

SimpliDrive

Seed Round in 2015
SimpliDrive

See-R

Seed Round in 2015
See-R is a user friendly environment to generate free high-quality forecasts quickly and automatically.

One Utility Bill

Pre Seed Round in 2015
One Utility Bill Limited, founded in 2015 and based in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom, specializes in developing software that assists letting agents in creating, quoting, and selling bill packages tailored for their properties and residential tenants. The company's platform streamlines the management of various utility payments, including electricity, gas, water, TV licenses, and broadband services. By providing a comprehensive solution for bill management, One Utility Bill simplifies the process for both letting agents and tenants, ensuring a more efficient payment experience.

One Third Stories

Seed Round in 2015
One Third Stories makes learning a language as simple as reading a story, one that start in English and end in a different language by utilising their innovative Clockwork Methodology®. These are delivered as part of a monthly subscription box for parents and their kids to embark on a language learning adventure.

MindMate

Pre Seed Round in 2015
MindMate Inc. designs and develops a mobile application for patients suffering from Alzheimer's and dementia. It offers insight on mental stimulation; puzzles, games, and other mentally invigorating tasks; recipes and nutrition advice; exercises; and reminiscence therapy to store memories. The company was incorporated in 2016 and is based in Santa Monica, California.

Spontly

Seed Round in 2015
Spontly Limited is a company based in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom, that specializes in developing applications for sports teams and brand engagement. Founded in 2011, Spontly's offerings include a content hub and sharing app that fosters community interaction among fans by providing features such as game discussions, news updates, live scores, and commentary. The platform encourages users to engage with their favorite brands, enabling them to become brand ambassadors and share their experiences. By harnessing consumer-created content, Spontly helps businesses capture valuable audience insights and drive relevant traffic to their websites. The company operates on a Software as a Service model, making it accessible for various events, from corporate gatherings to personal celebrations.