B-North is a financial technology bank combining cloud-native technology with face-to-face relationship banking to disrupt the £150 billion UK Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) lending market. It argues that it delivers cash to SMEs faster than the competition by combining its lending origination platform with a locally delivered servicing and relationship model overseen by experienced bankers. B-North asserts that it is engaging in a positive dialogue with several potential investors with a committed investment now standing at £18.6 million since June 2020. The company has also raised a seed capital of over £6.8 million that includes a six-figure investment from the Greater Manchester Combined Authority to establish its core team and create both the lending and deposit-taking platforms. The company will use the investment to provide a cash runway to the end of Q2 2021 as the team finalises its Series A round and secures its banking license.
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Soho Street Cocktails (SSC) uses the finest quality ingredients, including real fruits with no artificial flavours or colours to produce high-quality pre-mixed cocktails. SSC argues that bars and restaurants make high margins from the sale of cocktails but the serving time of several minutes per cocktail causes either a backlog of bar orders or requires additional staff. The company asserts that its drinks, in contrast, are poured directly into a cocktail shaker with ice, shaken for 8-10 seconds, then served to the customer. SSC stresses that it has found success in bars and restaurants. SSC's current range consists of three ready-mixed cocktails, namely Espresso martini, Pornstar martini, and Raspberry Daiquiri, with more flavours in the pipeline. It has submitted its product for sampling and testing with major retailers, including Waitrose, Sainsbury, Tesco and Costco. SSC states it will use the investment for additional production runs to ensure sufficient stock to cater to larger orders from distributors and festivals.
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Growthdeck is a Fintech crowdfunding platform that provides tax-efficient as well as growth investment opportunities to the growing network of private investors, introducers, partners, and investors. The company carries out professional due diligence, provides extensive business support and develops a close relationship with its investors. Growthdeck regularly hosts networking events that help in connecting growth businesses with sophisticated investors from across the globe. With the proceeds, the company will seek up to £2.5m of new equity capital.
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Hunch, known as Hunch Sports Limited, has recognized a potential to create and offer a user-friendly software platform designed to offer a variety of socially interactive prediction games for both sports enthusiasts (B2C) and brands (B2B).
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Growthdeck is seeking up to £1 million in funding to capitalize on a positive economic environment and a promising pipeline of opportunities. Despite challenging economic conditions in recent years, the company has outperformed the industry by achieving year-on-year growth in equity fundraising and improving deal flow and quality. With enhanced efficiency and reduced costs, Growthdeck is well-positioned to resume its rapid growth trajectory. Investor interest has rebounded, and the company's increased understanding of investor preferences allows them to identify more suitable deals. Having obtained FCA authorization as a Fund Manager, Growthdeck plans to launch Funds in 2023. The company's objective is to build a business worth over £50 million by 2027, catering to high and ultra-high net worth investors by arranging investments in private companies, backed by a loyal member base.
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SMARTR Health Limited, also called Celsium, is a medical technology company. It has developed the world’s first medical-grade device that continuously measures core temperature, both accurately and non-invasively, through a combination of a wearable sensor and a smart platform. Intended for use in the formal healthcare sector, as well as at home, it has been classified as a CE Class 2A medical device in the EU and as an FDA 510K medical device in the US. In a clinical study, conducted in collaboration with Boston Children’s Hospital and Cleveland Clinic, the company's product showed promising results 10-20 times more accurate than current devices. Celsium has experienced a surge in demand due to Covid-19, where fever is a key symptom. This, the company argues, is a perfect time to accelerate its business plan.
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Better Nature Limited, also known as BN, is a foodtech company dedicated to creating Europe's leading tempeh brand – a protein-rich, all-natural meat substitute made from fermented soybeans. With its delicious taste and meat-like texture gaining popularity in the US, BN aims to expand its presence in the UK and Europe. BN's unique focus on tempeh fermentation, supported by patented technology, sets it apart, allowing the development of a variety of consumer and B2B products. Unlike niche alternatives, BN positions its tempeh as an everyday, affordable option for a wide audience, with products available in numerous retail locations, including major retailers and distributors.
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The City Cycle Hub Limited provides a secure location to active commuters to store their bikes. Additionally, the company offers shower, changing and other related services. City Cycle is seeking £810,000 of new investment to open and establish the first City Cycle Hub in London. The management is targeting an exit valuation of £17m in 2022.
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Boom offers a wide-ranging voice over internet (VoIP) telephone software service targeted towards small and large companies. The company's highly experienced board comes with 270+ years of experience in the IT and Telecom sector. Boom enables a company to execute all of its telephony activity via a highly scalable, cloud-based service with more features. With the proceeds, the company aims at becoming a major software telecoms business. Its exit plan is to sell within five years as a software company, not as a telecoms business, with high growth recurring revenues to do an ideal valuation.
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The Directors and founders of 1933 Productions Ltd, the production company behind Murphy's Legacy, are Chris Hannon and Kathleen Hannon.
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