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Yonder secures £62.5mil in series A round
Yonder, a credit card startup company and Startups 100 alumni, has recently announced that it has received a new round of Series A funding to help it continue to grow and scale the business. The Series A funding, to the tune of $62.5 million, was co-led by Northzone and RTP Global alongside angel investors Joseph Moore, founder of Crust Bros, and…
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What are the funding options for hospitality businesses?
The hospitality industry is notoriously unpredictable. Business owners have to manage a constant balancing act between fixed overheads and highly variable revenue, with pubs, restaurants, and hotels facing some of the highest operational costs in the sector. Fortunately, securing the right source of business funding can be a lifeline, whether you’re…
Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS): what you need to know
For early-stage businesses with an ambition to grow with seed funding and pre-seed funding, the Government’s Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) is a great opportunity to raise early investment, attract risk-taking investors, and give your startup a solid financial boost.For years, Startups has been helping small businesses understand funding options,…
What are the funding options for ecommerce businesses?
As the UK ecommerce market continues to strengthen, it’s never been a more exciting time to sell online. However, if you’re serious about taking your ecommerce business to the next level, whether it be by stocking up on inventory or ramping up your marketing efforts, you’ll need to secure the…
10 things to avoid saying in a startup funding pitch
Sourcing funding for your business is a crucial part of your journey, but it’s not always easy to get.If you’re looking for investor funding specifically, you’ll have to present your business in front of people who hear pitches all the time. So, you’ve got to grab their attention fast and…
Grants for small businesses – and how to apply
Whether you’re a small business owner or an aspiring entrepreneur, a cash injection is never a bad thing.Raising finance is a crucial stage in starting a business, so a grant could be the very thing that kickstarts or revives your venture – helping you purchase the tools, equipment or services…
13 ways to fund your business (without a bank loan)
As many startups will tell you, getting a bank loan to expand your business can be tricky, especially if you don’t have much trading history.Luckily, there are plenty of other options out there, and thousands of UK entrepreneurs are looking for alternative sources of finance to get their business going.In…
Best five invoice factoring companies for small businesses
Running a small business is exhilarating, but waiting on unpaid invoices? Not so much.That’s where invoice factoring comes in, turning those pending payments into instant working capital. But with so many options, how do you choose the best invoice factoring company for your needs?We’ve assessed the very best options on…
Venture capital: how it works and how to attract it
When it comes to the world of business financing, venture capital has always been seen as a powerful yet slightly mysterious source of funding.For small businesses and early-stage startups, however, it represents a golden ticket to rapid growth, credibility and access to networks that would otherwise be out of reach.But…
What is angel investment? (and how can it help your startup)
First coined as a saving grace for struggling theatre productions, angel investment has spread its wings to the startup world, becoming a popular means of business finance for early-stage companies and entrepreneurs looking to turn their ideas into reality.Today, angel investors do more than just write checks – they offer…
Venture capital funds: A-Z Directory
Venture capital investment has become a popular way for startups and growing businesses to secure funding – whether you’re in the early stages of starting a business or looking to grow further. Accessing the right business finance is crucial for any growing company, especially when it comes to scaling.Nowadays, there…
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