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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Stroli – the shopping trolley reimagined for modern needs. The shopping trolley, often associated with a particular image, is an untapped category ready for innovation. The market is flooded with generic, budget-friendly options that lack charm, with the exception of Rolser, which is pricier and claims the green niche. Stroli steps in as the go-to brand, offering a unique approach, positioning, voice, and eco-friendly credentials. Say goodbye to sore hands and plastic bags – Stroli makes shopping a pleasure with its high-quality, stylish trolley bags designed to enhance your convenience and style
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Broker Compare have built a bespoke comparison tool, ranking brokers based on cost to individual investors. They have agreements in place with thisismoney.co.uk and the Investors Chronicle, and plan to expand their product and partner network.
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Expired
investment:
£90,690
Rype Office (RO) remanufactures high quality used office furniture to as-new condition ones. It argues that 30% of the greenhouse gases created by a commercial building over its lifetime are from furniture and every year in the UK around 75,000 tonnes of office furniture goes to a landfill. RO claims that its products have reduced an estimated 1 million kgCO2e carbon emissions. It further asserts that its business model provides it higher margins than new furniture sales. The company also employs, on larger projects, local long-term unemployed team members with disabilities or a homeless background. RO has acquired clients such as JLL, British Land and the NHS, worked on more than 200 projects and was named in the 'Top 10 European B2B startups to watch in the circular economy category. It aspires to dominate the £1.44 billion per annum UK furniture market. RO states it will use the investment to prepare for expansion into Europe as legislation enforces lower carbon solutions.
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Expired
investment:
£553,465
Swifty is an award-winning scooter brand that aims to encourage more people to use light electric and active transportation. The company has successfully exported its scooters to 46 countries, have celebrity customers and global collaborations, and received 5-star ratings on Trustpilot and Google. With the aim to offer the complete Swifty experience, the company is planning to launch the SwiftyAPP in future. The funds will be used for finalising the application, production of new scooters and for team expansion in sales, marketing, and technology.
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Expired
investment:
£202,390
Cuckooz Nest is London’s pay-as-you-go nursery with an integrated workspace for the modern working parent. With the ability to support both individuals and bigger businesses, it bridges the gap between work and life by providing an accessible, flexible, affordable and scalable childcare. It has already helped over 100 families to attain a greater work-life balance. Cuckooz Nest has also been shortlisted for many awards such as Best Workspace, Nursery Innovation Award, and The People’s Choice Award. With the same purpose to provide creative childcare solutions, this company has partnered with Manny & Me, a London-based agency, to ensure the delivery of the highest quality of staff and educational programming.Cuckooz Nest, with the proceeds, is planning to set up a much larger site to help a substantial number of men and women manage their work and family.
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Expired
investment:
£131,650
Compared to modern paper currency, which tends to devalue over time, gold has always maintained its significance and purchasing power. The Glint smartphone app, in partnership with MasterCard, allows customers to buy and sell gold in real-time for a 0.5% fee into multiple currencies such as USD and EUR. The company has attracted more than 1500 customers in its beta phase and is now seeking investment to expand worldwide. The gold is located in Switzerland in Brink's secure vault.
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Expired
investment:
£2,166,290
CoachScanner connects companies and people looking for coach or minibus hire with local reliable operators. Since launching in March 2016 bookings are taking place with over 800 active Operators and the size of the industry in the UK has reached £2.7 billion.
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Expired
investment:
£79,090
Hope is an online fashion brand that targets the 50+ woman demographic. Founded in 2015 by Nayna McIntosh, who has more than 30 years of experience in the fashion industry, the company has 34,000 subscribers and 6,300 customers. The brand is 'Made in Italy' or 'Made in UK' using recycled cashmere and 100% recyclable packaging. Hope has 1600+ reviews on Trustpilot and has been featured in The Sunday Telegraph/Woman & Home and The Telegraph Magazine. With the proceeds, the company will invest in digital advertising and web development.
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Expired
investment:
£268,312
An independent, used car dealer with 2 sites so far. The team aim to lead with their customer service ethic, an online presence and extra services such as cosmetic care.
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Expired
investment:
£890
