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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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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Supper aims to be a unique delivery service focusing on quality and service for high-end restaurants. It argues that its commercial metrics and lack of reliance on 'Gig-Economy' workers sets it apart from competitors. The company intends to become a contender in the food delivery market that grew by 35% in 2020 and by almost 150% over the last 5 years. It has partnered with 130 notable establishments such as Zuma, Park Chinois, Milos, and Cova, to name a few. Supper has 61,000 customers on its portal that is further growing by 1,500 new customers every month. The company delivers 1,000 orders each week and has fulfilled 100,000 orders to date with the average order costing £100. It delivers orders via its purpose-built, gyroscopically-stable, and temperature-controlled vehicles. Supper will use the investment to focus on its growth in London and expand globally.
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Oh You Pretty Things Limited are a chain of Champagne and cocktail bars specifically designed for regional department stores and shopping centres. They serve indulgent treats, champagne, cocktails and coffee in stunning bars across the UK such as Manchester, Gateshead, Leeds and Essex. They have also signed a concession agreement to roll out 11 bars within a major UK retailer and will be opening the first on Oxford Street in April 2017.
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The Chilli Pickle are an indian restaurant providing authentic indian cuisine in the heart of Brighton from a diverse collection of Chefs. They currently have a restaurant, a takeaway and delivery service and also a street food cart providing a broad range of indian food. They will be looking to open a further 4 restaurants in the south east and and are planning to open the first in the summer of 2017.
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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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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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Maven Leisure Limited, or Maven, is being established by the current owners and senior management of ETM Group Limited, which operates 13 premium bars, pubs and restaurants in Central London including, rooftop bar Aviary, The Botanist Sloane Square, premium sports bars Greenwood, Westwood and Redwood and its brew and sports pub, Long Arm Pub and Brewery. Maven's founders aim to take advantage of favourable market conditions and raise third-party capital to fund anticipated growth over the next three to five years. ETM asserts that it has grown from a single site to a business turning over c.£35 million and generating c.£3.2 million EBITDA with no external equity funding since its formation in 2013. It aspires to take Maven towards profitability. Maven cites data stating that sector experts predict a rapid return to previous levels of business in the hospitality sector once the Covid-19 lockdown is relaxed. It aims to capitalise on this sentiment and use the investment to grow its profitability across different verticals.
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