NEL Fund Managers: A conduit to unlocking growth
Access to finance is a crucial component of any small and medium-sized business’ growth plan. Chief Executive Paul Scott talks about the funding gap, NEL’s enhanced capabilities and the organisation’s ambition to unlock capital for firms to expand across the North.
NEL Fund Managers reflects on a record 2025
NEL Fund Managers is marking a year of record-breaking delivery across the North East and Teesside, with 2025 having firmly established the organisation as the region’s most active provider of alternative finance.
NEL-Backed Climb & Conquer Hits £1m Turnover
Performance marketing agency Climb & Conquer has achieved a major growth milestone, from doubling its turnover in the 12 months following investment from NEL, to hitting turnovers exceeding £1 million.
NEL Fund Managers: Investing in regional growth
For more than three decades, NEL Fund Managers has helped small and medium-sized businesses across the North East turn ambition into growth. Chief Executive Paul Scott talks about the organisation’s evolution, expanding reach and future ambitions.
NEL hosts Female Founders Fireside
NEL hosted their first Female Founders Fireside, in collaboration with British Business Bank and Barclays Eagle Labs. This inspiring panel event explored female founder journeys, business growth, leadership, and confidence.
NEL Named Alternative Finance Provider of the Year at the 2025 Insider Dealmakers Awards – For the Second Year Running
We’re absolutely thrilled to have been named Alternative Finance Provider of the Year at the 2025 North East Insider Media Dealmakers Awards, marking our second consecutive win.
Future Planning: Exit, Succession & Beyond – North East Entrepreneurs Share Candid Insights
NEL Fund Managers and Clive Owen LLP hosted an exclusive roundtable bringing together entrepreneurs from across the region to share honest reflections on exit strategies, succession planning and long-term growth.
NEL-backed Newcastle Tech Firm Wins Long-Term University Contract
A North East-based technology consultancy has secured the largest contract in its history following two rounds of investment from NEL Fund Managers.
NEL raises over £3,200 at their first Charity Football Tournament
NEL hosted their first Charity Football Tournament on 11th September and raised £3,240 with matched giving from The Northstar Foundation for Feeding Families (UK).
A deep-rooted focus on the North East
Head of Investments James Katirai talks about NEL’s mission, the value of our distinctive approach and how experiences in grassroots football continue to influence his professional journey.