Plerith works with high growth start-ups and scaling companies to plan for and deliver growth. The company asserts that it helps companies promote their business to potential funders, through its network of angel and venture capital investors depending on the stage and sector of the said business. Plerith is partnering with Newable and Bristol Private Equity Club to deliver the fund in the South West London (SWL) area and identify and invest in the most exciting high growth companies in the region. Plerith argues that its deep knowledge of fundraising, sales, strategy, finance and technology would help SWL businesses flourish. Plerith aims to provide investors access to the highest quality local companies in the SWL region.
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Stretch
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Yolk, also known as In One Basket Limited, is a pioneering company revolutionizing the food and coffee experience for people on the move. They provide high-quality sandwiches, salads, and improved breakfast options without the premium cost, boasting five successful locations in London and three upcoming openings in the second half of 2023
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TBC
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Rebel Energy (RE) is an energy supplier on a mission to address inequality and provide everyone with easy access to clean and affordable energy, to eventually eliminate fuel poverty. RE claims that fuel poverty led to 16,500+ cold-related deaths in the UK in 2018. RE argues that as the UK home electricity market enters a phase of growth in a post-COVID world, it will be focused on offering reliable customer service and develop strategies that help people who are struggling with their electricity bills. The company has applied for a B Corporation accreditation. RE asserts that its customer support systems are automated and can handle multiple queries simultaneously. It plans to offer a weekly direct debit payment option. RE will use the investment to grow its business across different verticals.
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Expired
investment:
£503,810
Derby Brewing Co is a family-run business which currently has 4 award winning venues, all reflecting individuality. With 4 sites, serving their established range of real ales, locally sourced home cooked food and one of the sites its own boutique hotel, they will be using the funds to launch a new site and a new range of craft beers. The family business is growing and generated a revenue of £3,000,000 last year.
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Expired
investment:
£545,000
Positivitea is a range of teas based on the chakras. They are already stocked in over 80 locations throughout the UK and Europe including Urban Outfitters and Fenwick. The use of the proceeds raised will go towards expanding the team and getting Positivitea in more retail outlets and being used by more suppliers.
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Expired
investment:
£103,640
Nix & Kix, a female-founded brand established in 2017, aims to redefine refreshment by offering healthy, flavorful soft drinks. With real fruit and botanicals, no added sugar, and stocked in major retailers like Tesco, Waitrose, and Co-Op, we've sold over 10 million products, providing a unique and refreshing alternative to traditional sodas.
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Expired
investment:
£383,651
An award-wining organic snack and baking company focusing on allergy-free foods that only contain natural sugars and are suitable for vegans. Creative Nature's products are available in more than 3,500 stores in the UK, as well as online and worldwide in 11 countries. Over the next 12 months, the business intends to provide an online subscription model to generate greater website revenue and to increase production across their product range.
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Expired
investment:
£503,232
An online comparison portal focusing on financial, insurance and utility products serving the Latin American market.
days to go:
Expired
investment:
£288,620
Baking Time Club sells baking supplies through a subscription service and direct to consumers by utilising their own website, Amazon and Etsy. Their aim is to provide customers with unusual and exiting items for the kitchen.
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Expired
investment:
£64,940
Doodle Drinks (DD) aims to make all-natural soft drinks that kids can enjoy. The company cites research data arguing that children aged 18 months to 18 years are drinking 26% fewer sugary drinks and consumption for 10-year olds has fallen 35%. It wants to capture this sentiment and deliver a soft drink that's a healthy choice for both parents and their kids. DD has secured distribution with the noted distributor, Bravura Foods. It has also signed a partnership with the largest independent bottler of beverages in Europe and North America, Refresco, who have over 60 manufacturing sites globally to fulfil its objective. DD will use the investment to grow its business, execute its marketing strategy and increase its product range.
days to go:
Expired
investment:
£877,830
