Fighter Shots (FS) is a company that makes daily energy shots from a range of sources like ginger, turmeric and manuka honey to boost and strengthen human immunity. FS has sold over 50,000 bottles since its launch in November 2019. The functional drinks market has the potential to grow by $180 billion (11% CAGR) to $270 billion from 2020-24 on the back of COVID-19. FS aims to be a disruptor in this segment and asserts that its a dependable substitute to coffee and sugary drinks. It has secured listings with the Health Store, Tree of Life and DDC. The company is also developing sales in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). FS will use the investment to build its digital marketing and sales capabilities to bring its product to more customers.
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£160,000
Revolupin Lupin flakes are the tasty, plant-based, certified vegan, pre-biotic, gluten-free, high-fibre and low-carb superfood. It is ready to make full use of the huge increase of 27% growth (2013-2015) in sports nutrition sales and the new market opportunity for being a 100% natural plant-based protein. Revolupin had won the Women’s Health Best Superfood Award in 2018. It has also secured a successful distribution via Wholefoods Wholesale and The Health Store. Revolupin has also launched a new online store on its official website. With its proceeds, the company will increase its production, sales and generate brand awareness. Revolupin will support retail, build the distribution network, and develop new recipes of ready-to-use food items and products.
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£77,110
The Active Kollection (TAK) is an online store that sources running and cycling brands from around the world. The company is aiming to build a community of enthusiasts by making gear that will give them the performance, aesthetic and durability they desire. The sports and outdoor fashion market is expected to rise to £10.6 billion in 2022. TAK endeavours to become a major contender in this category. TAK's platform is live with 16 independent brands. The company has 54,000 followers across Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. It requires investment to accelerate its growth and continue its search to become the world’s most stylish running and cycling gear brand.
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£69,432
Award winning designer is scaling his businessUpdate: Oak and Iron is about to launch its Christmas collection, it includes their new candle holder and desk tidy range which are in 3 sizes and 5 colours.When a furniture designer can list the HM Foreign and Common Office as a satisfied customer, there can be little doubt that the goods he produces are some of the highest quality. British embassies around the world are embellished with some of Terence Facey’s finest work – and his new brand is shaping up to be just as alluring. The Oak & Iron range from the award-winning Facey is described as chunky furniture which is made using environmentally sound manufacturing processes from sustainable, locally sourced materials. The unique designs combine beautiful green oak with hand-crafted iron into contemporary design at affordable prices. Not one for waste, the company creates matching accessories from the off-cuts to fit in with its ‘no waste’ policy from felled trees.Not only will investors into this business have the opportunity to help grow this brand from a high street business into a household name, they will also receive fantastic rewards in the shape of savings on beautiful furniture as well as gifts.Founder Terence Facey swapped his day job for his passion of making furniture way back in 1971, and has grown his furniture manufacturing knowledge ever since. He has extensive experience designing, producing and supplying furniture in both the UK and the US, and has supplied to well-known names such as Harrods and actor Harrison Ford in the past. www.oakandironfurniture.co.uk
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£10,200
A clothing brand that makes stylish, casual-wear garments in Great Britain targeted at men aged over 35. Blackshore consists of an experienced team that have created their first clothing collection, which is now ready for production after passing a sample test. The theme of this first range is for men who enjoy relaxing at coastal locations. One of the company's unique selling point is that repairs to garments are guaranteed for life. A website has already been built to showcase the brand's products, as well as being a sales channel.
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£13,910
Movinorth are a property search website specialising in Yorkshire, offering an effective, comprehensive and cheap marketing platform for estate agents, whilst also providing users a unique search portal when looking for a new home. Users can see an overview by postcode to compare important factors such as the community, schools, shops, sports and recreational facilities among many other factors which may influence the decision of which area to move to.
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£1,744
Wellbeing Sisters (WS) is a company that offers wellbeing advice, hosts an online shop, and sells a subscription box full of toxin-free health, beauty, and nutritional products by and for women. The company first launched its subscription box in 2019 for women trying to conceive. WS witnessed a sell-out of its series of one-off boxes tailored towards conceiving, pregnancy, early motherhood, midlife and menopause in 2020. WS aims to be a contender in the UK subscription box market that is set to be worth £1 billion by 2022. The company asserts that it has organically grown its social media following consisting of over 5,000 supporters. It will use the investment to invest in technology, product development, and marketing/PR.
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£153,394
Symmetrical Power has developed an innovative solution that addresses the issue of energy wastage. After identifying the inefficiency of the 3 Phase Electrical Distribution Boards, Symmetrical Power is creating the ‘Intelligent Distribution Board’ (ID Board). It aims to prevent the challenge of peak demand whilst saving on energy bills. The working model of the product also received positive feedback from electrical specialists. Additionally, Symmetrical Power was also a Shell Springboard regional finalist (2018) for its new low-carbon ideas. With the proceeds, the company will complete design & begin distribution in Europe and to position itself as the go-to Distribution Board provider.
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£233,600
A hardware designer and manufacturer specialising in innovative tools and equipment for yachts. Ark Marine have developed a solution for modern yachts to lift and launch dinghies with ease from a simple pushbutton operated system. According to the team's research, the product market could be potentially valued at over £600m. The company is a member of British Marine and has submitted patents for approval for developments in the future.
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investment:
£108,590
Bazar is the UK’s first dedicated ethical marketplace and lifestyle application. The company intends to disrupt the ~£32.8 billion UK consumer marketplace by creating a platform where eco-friendly businesses can thrive, and consumers can trust brand values. It brings curated ethical and eco-friendly brands, artisans, and items under one portal. BAZAR soft-launched its application with 35 sellers and 650 products in the COVID-19 lockdown which doubled showing positive seller demand. The app saw over 1800 downloads with early sales. The company has a social media presence with over 1500+ Instagram followers. It intends to enter the US market in 2022, followed by Europe. Bazar will use the investment to continue to develop its technology to help sellers grow their business and give buyers an intuitive shopping experience on the app.
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£208,368
