Future Fund Mark II – “Future Fund: Breakthrough” Scheme
The Coronavirus Future Fund support scheme launched last year was aimed at supporting innovative businesses stay afloat as they …
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Sector Spotlight – The Opportunities (& Problems) of the 15-Minute City
Big cities are renowned for their lengthy commutes, fast-paced lives and time-consuming routines. Yet it doesn’t have to …
Be Realistic with Your Valuation
Returns for angel investors are determined by three things – the value of a company when an investment is made; the company valuation when an investor makes an exit; and the timescales it takes for the exit to happen. …
UK Government £2Billion Kickstart Scheme
The Kickstart Scheme is a £2 billion Government initiative to create hundreds of thousands of quality 6-month work placements, aimed at 16 to 24-year-olds who are on Universal Credit and deemed to be at risk of long-term unemployment. …
Importance of Setting Realistic Funding Targets
One of the biggest mistakes that companies make when raising funds is setting an unrealistic fundraising target. …
Content Essentials of a Cracking Product/Pitch Video
One of the best ways to get people to really understand your product and your pitch is by having a snappy video. And in our experience, the campaigns that get funded are the ones that have …
Video Production Values & Elements You Should Not Overlook
In our previous post, we spoke about the absolute necessity to create a storyboard for your video and the content that you should cover off in your script. …
Inviting Your Connections – How Wide Can You Cast Your Net?
One of the most overlooked potential sources of capital for your venture, is your own personal network. We are not just talking friends and family, but your …
Planning Ahead – The Key to All Successful Funding Campaigns
Successful campaigns require passion, a clear vision and a strategic plan that can be executed. Most activity and traction usually happens at the beginning and end of a campaign, which makes sense as people love both new things and deadlines.
Social Media Tips for Funding Campaigns
In our busy world of smart phones, social media has becoming an essential element in the success of any start-up. Whether it be to assist with customer relations or to ensure your company is
Making a Presentation Video – OBS Project Studio
When a making a pitch presentation video there are plenty of options available to you. However for those wanting to give it a go …
Making a Presentation Video – OpenShot video editor
When a making a pitch presentation video there are plenty of options available to you. However for those wanting to give it a go …
Making a Presentation Video – Xbox Game Bar & Video Editor
When a making a pitch presentation video there are plenty of options available to you. However for those wanting to give it a go ….
Do’s and Don’ts for your Pitch Deck
We have already established how important your Pitch Deck is. It is your way of introducing your venture and your team to potential investors. Getting it right and making it …
Key Contents of an Effective Pitch Deck
When raising funds from investors, nothing is more important than an effective pitch deck. Your pitch deck is your opportunity to tell your company’s story in a slick, yet comprehensive manner. To give yourself the best chance …
Why do Companies use a Share Nominee Account?
A share nominee account (Nominee) is a structure where investors’ shares are held in safe custody by a nominee company, which acts as the legally registered owner of a company’s shares. While the …
Government’s Stimulus Package a Huge Boost for Founders & Investors
Chancellor Rishi Sunak has just unleashed the biggest stimulus package of emergency state support for business since the 2008 Financial Crisis, launching £330bn of guaranteed government-backed loans (equivalent to 15% of UK GDP) for businesses …
Budget 2020: Rise in Borrowing to Support SMEs
It was pleasing to see the UK government announce a £30bn package of investment, which the Chancellor declared will “support British people, British jobs and British businesses”. …
More Education of Investors Needed as Seed Funding Drops
Research from Beahurst shows that 1,751 equity investments were made into high-growth UK companies in 2019. This was more than 3 times the number of …