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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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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Laka Insurance is a collective insurance provider. The company is disrupting the cycling and e-mobility industry. It aims to become a segment leader in the aforementioned industry that is forecast to reach £100 billion by 2025. Laka argues that the traditional insurance model is based on insurers taking a customer's money and profiting from not paying out claims. It aims to change this. Members on Laka share the cost of all claims, and the company earns its share when settling claims for the member. Laka has insured over 10,000 bikes till date. The company launched its new product, Laka Club, in 2020 that offers third-party liability insurance. Laka has won the Best Cycle Insurance Provider at the Insurance Choice Awards multiple times. The company will use the investment to expand its customer base, bring new offerings, and expand its business across different demographics.
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Expired
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£2,056,630
Launched in October 2016, Big Drop Brewing is a world-leading alcohol-free craft brewer. The company brews beer naturally by using specialist brewing methods to ensure the alcohol never exceeds 0.5%. The beer is not only Alcohol-Free, but is also gluten-free and many are low in sugar. Their award-winning lager is vegan-friendly. The company does not have a brewery of its own but partners with reputable breweries around the world, who share their brewing values to produce the beer. Big Drop Brewing has secured private funding already and meaningful distribution in the UK and 12 overseas markets. They have also secured off-trade listings in Tesco, Morrisons and Ocado. Half of the investment will be used for Sales & Marketing, 30% for new branding launch and related marketing, 10% for production costs and the remaining 10% for product development.
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Expired
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£617,566
Energy bars combining sport nutrition with healthy snacking. Ollybars have designed a natural whole food bar containing 80% whole fruit, seeds and nuts whilst being vegan and gluten-free. The bars are dehydrated to preserve the original nutrition and the packaging is bio-compostable. Their products are sold in more than 300 UK stores and the company nationally distribute and export to the EU. Ollybars are seeking investment to outsource their production due to demand exceeding supply.
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Expired
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£120,070
FullClear is an advanced beer line cleaning solution. It is non-toxic and non-corrosive. It is proven to be 96.7% more effective than current chemicals.
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Expired
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£248,860
Launched in 2017, Algarve Rock is on a mission to put Portuguese craft beer on the map with flavoursome beers that embody local ingredients. The global craft beer market is expected to reach nearly $187 billion by 2025. It has carved a niche for itself in only 18 months of its inception. The 3,000 litre Brew House associated fermentation vessels and auto bottling line allow them to produce 36,000 litres per month, readily expandable to 80,000 litres to meet growing demand. Algarve Rock was the winner of the Best Stout - Trujillo Festival 2018, Spain and is the house brewer for prestigious institutions like Quinta do Lago group and Casa do Frango restaurants in London. With the investment, the company will use 40% to open Algarve Rock-themed Brewbars and Brew kiosks, 10% in increasing exports especially to the UK and USA, 10% in strengthening brand identity, 15% in recruitment procedures, and 25% in increasing brewing capacity to cater to new markets.
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£281,607
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
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£131,650
Propio offers The Property ISA, a tax-efficient, simple and affordable way to invest in properties. The company aims to become the UK’s largest property-based ISA by making the experience of investing as straightforward as online shopping. Propio is powered by a team of property and finance heavyweights who hand-select all the investments, helping the customers reduce risks and earn stable, tax-free returns, irrespective of market fluctuation. The company’s client base comprises 1000+ customers who have invested over £7.5m in it. According to TrustPilot, Propio is among the top 10 investment companies in the UK, delivering average returns of 6.5% to investors, despite Brexit and stock market turmoil. Moreover, the company has partnered with two UK finance and property firms and expects an investment deal flow of up to £100m by 2021-22.
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investment:
£357,660
SL'M is the world's first zero sugar, zero carb, zero fat range of wines which is approved by both the TSO and FSA. During COVID-19, the company witnessed record earnings, amidst profitable online sales in March 2020. The company has also been featured in publications such as Cosmopolitan, The Sun, and many more. Slim Wine's audience comprises Gen X, Millennials, and Boomers, giving the company a great cross-generational position in the market. The company has served over 2 million glasses of wine and generated profits of over £1 million amidst a growing customer base. Slim Wine's latest vintage, Cuvée 450, was showcased at the 'Royal Berkshire Polo Club'. The company will use the investment to boost sales and marketing, advertising campaigns, and wine production.
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Expired
investment:
£262,948
