Crowdcube, the investment crowdfunding platform, is set for its best year ever following a stellar first quarter, which saw 36 businesses raise £17.5 million and £24 million invested through the site.
Among the major deals secured in the January to March period were JustPark, which raised a record-breaking £3.7 million and Pocket and Taylor Street Baristas, the latest businesses to raise finance through a Crowdcube Mini-Bond.
Crowdcube’s success is helping to drive the overall success of the UK equity crowdfunding market – according to estimates used by the UK’s financial...
An initial £750,000 of funding from Virgin StartUp will be available for up to 100 businesses that successfully run a campaign on the UK’s No 1 rewards-based crowdfunding platform. As part of the pioneering partnership, those who raise funding through Crowdfunder, could be automatically eligible for a Virgin Start-Up loan of up to £25,000. Every successful applicant, will also be matched with their very own mentor who will be committed to at least 15 hours of one-on-one face-to-face support over a year. "Working with Virgin Start Up to champion funding for start-ups will create many...
Devon has smashed the record for the number of new businesses launched in the area in a single year, according to new research. Statistics, compiled by www.informdirect.co.uk , have revealed that there were 5,501 companies formed in 2014, up from a previous best of 5,280. This brings the total number of businesses operating in the region to a high of 42,661. There are now 4.4% more active companies than there were a year ago and 28% more than there were five years ago. Henry Catchpole, CEO of Inform Direct, said: “This is clearly an area where fledgling firms are flourishing and where...
Leading Security Solutions experts Gunnebo UK has joined forces with the country’s largest uniformed locksmiths network, LockRite Locksmiths, to provide powerful additional services to customers.
It is a natural alliance for the two companies, which both have big name customers that prize excellent service, products and delivery.
“Strategic partnerships are an extremely valuable way of expanding the range of quality services offered by Gunnebo. I am therefore particularly pleased to announce our alliance with LockRite, who share our vision for quality and customer service...
Devon has smashed the record for the number of new businesses launched in the area in a single year, according to new research. Statistics, compiled by www.informdirect.co.uk , have revealed that there were 5,501 companies formed in 2014, up from a previous best of 5,280. This brings the total number of businesses operating in the region to a high of 42,661. There are now 4.4% more active companies than there were a year ago and 28% more than there were five years ago. Henry Catchpole, CEO of Inform Direct, said: “This is clearly an area where fledgling firms are flourishing and where...
The Magdalen Chapter has been shortlisted as one of the best hospitality businesses in Devon.
The 2015 Exeter Express & Echo Awards highlights The Magdalen Chapter in the Best Tourism / Hospitality Business category. Also shortlisted in the category is Ladram Bay Holiday Park; Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel and Sandy Park. Winners will be revealed in a ceremony at Sandy Park on Friday 17 April.
Fiona Moores, General Manager of The Magdalen Chapter, said: “We’re absolutely delighted to have been shortlisted for this award. With such fantastic company in our category, to...
Exeter-based security company Marsh Barton Security Services (MBSS) has expandded its management team as the firm continues to grow and expand its range of services and clientele.
For over 30 years, MBSS has been operating in Exeter and the surrounding areas, offering a range of security services to businesses, homeowners and landowners.
In 2012, Ex-Royal Marine Marcus Di-Vincenzo bought the company, and has continued to drive the company forward, expanding the range of services on offer and hiring specialist staff.
Among the latest employees to join the company are...
Renowned British tea and coffee merchant Ringtons is bringing its traditional doorstep delivery service to thousands more households across the South West thanks to a new business venture in Newton Abbot. The new Ringtons base in Newton Abbot has been launched following a period of substantial growth on the south coast of England. Thousands of residents are already enjoying Ringtons’ quality tea, coffee, edibles and seasonal gifts from the company’s existing bases in Hointon, Sidmouth, Exeter and Ivybridge, and the new site will help expand Ringtons’ reach. With over 15 years’ experience...
Cartridge Business Hub: Running a Business from Your Back Bedroom is a free cloud-based seminar by Cobalt Communications.
This seminar will explain the substantial benefits of cloud computing, help you understand if your data is safe in the cloud, along with some jargon-free dos and don’ts.
The seminar takes place at Exeter Library, Castle Street, Exeter on Tuesday 7 April, 5.30pm-7pm.
If you would like to attend please contact Dana Mulligan on 01392 286766, email dana.mulligan@cartridgeslaw.co.uk or book your place online: https://eventbrite.com/event/16368745358...
Cumberland Way will be closed for a weekend in April as work on a new road connection to Exeter Science Park nears completion.
The new £3 million road, which is on schedule to open later this Spring, will eventually link Cumberland Way to the existing Tithebarn Lane bridge and the northern end of the Exeter Science Park.
A new roundabout on Cumberland Way, which will be constructed over the coming weeks, will provide a junction from the Tithebarn Link Road. Road closures and traffic management are needed to allow the roundabout to be built.
