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Mammoth founder and CEO John Tuton (left) with Mark Wharton, Senior Portfolio Executive at NEL Fund Managers
  • Growth Capital Fund, Investment News
Mammoth accelerating growth plans with Growth Capital Fund investment
Mammoth has built a reputation as an innovator in the mattress and seating market over the last decade by introducing new technologies such as Medical Grade™ foam and forging unique partnerships with the likes of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, Premier League football teams and leading universities.
Jane Siddle, Senior Investment Executive at NEL Fund Managers, with Lee Rorison, CEO and co-founder at Seriös Group
  • Growth Capital Fund, Investment News
Tech firm getting Seriös about growth goals with North East Fund investment
After working with regional fund management firm NEL Fund Managers to bring in the investment from the North East Growth Capital Fund Supported by the European Regional Development Fund, the Newcastle-headquartered business is now preparing to fully launch its own purpose-built data platform accelerator, Seriös One.
Jonathan Armitage of NEL Fund Managers with Kai Kristiansen of Clean Sweep
  • Investment News, Small Loan Fund
Clean Sweep tidies away six-figure NEL investment to support service expansion
Clean Sweep provides cleaning and environmental management services for clients across the UK in a wide range of industries, including hospitality, healthcare, manufacturing, residential property and power generation. It has developed a particular focus on using sustainable cleaning methods and products, in order to reduce the impact of its work on the sensitive environments in which it often operates.
(from left) Jonathan Armitage of NEL Fund Managers with Paul Wilson and Tom Flanagan of Woodland Floors
  • Investment News, Small Loan Fund
Technology investment helping Woodland Floors cover production improvements
The Shildon-based firm’s products have been used in a wide range of office projects for household name organisations including Netflix, the London School of Economics and the BBC, as well as in high specification domestic and hospitality sector settings.
Jonathan Luke, CEO of NEL Fund Managers
  • NEL News & Insights
Financial checks that every business should carry out during the cost of living crisis
Robert Hammal, Managing Director at Speeding's Limited, with Mike Guellard of NEL Fund Managers
  • Investment News, Small Loan Fund
Speedings sews up North East Fund investment to support growth and job creation plans
One of the UK’s oldest family textile businesses is looking to the future with the help of a six-figure investment from the North East Small Loan Fund Supported by The European Regional Development Fund.
GS4U's new STAYGROUNDED® system being installed
  • Investment News, Small Loan Fund
Groundscrews4U taking sustainable STAYGROUNDED® system nationwide with North East Fund investment backing
Sustainable technology developed by a North East entrepreneur is set to gain ground nationwide with the help of a five-figure investment from the North East Small Loan Fund Supported by The European Regional Development Fund.
Stephen Allen, Managing Director at NE & C Windows & Doors (left), with Jane Siddle, Senior Investment Executive at NEL Fund Managers (right)
  • Growth Capital Fund, Investment News
North East Fund investment gives NE & C Windows & Doors a clear view on growth goals
NE & C Windows & Doors designs, manufactures and installs a range of high-quality windows, doors, conservatories and balustrades for commercial and domestic clients across the North East, Cumbria and Scotland.
(from left) Mark Lovejoy and David Haigh of Beatnik Studio with Susan Snowdon of NEL Fund Managers
  • Investment News, Small Loan Fund
Beatnik designs digital agency growth plans with Small Loan Fund backing
An ambitious North East graphic designer is setting out to build a bigger business after securing a five-figure investment from the North East Small Loan Fund Supported by The European Regional Development Fund.
The Qualis Collection
  • Investment News
Strategic six-figure NPIF II – NEL investment boosts growth for The Qualis Collection
Middlesbrough-based The Qualis Collection Ltd has secured a six-figure investment from NPIF II - NEL Smaller Loans, which is managed by NEL Fund Managers.
Pictured from left to right; Ayden De Beer, Financial Controller at Troo, Jane Siddle, Senior Investment Executive at NEL Fund Managers, Andrew Richardson, CEO of Troo & Sarah Newbould, Senior Investment Manager at British Business Bank
  • Investment News
Troo secures seven-figure NPIF II investment from NEL to power AI platform growth
Business energy consultants Troo, based in Sunderland, has secured a seven-figure investment from NPIF II – NEL Debt Finance, which is managed by NEL Fund Managers.
Pictured from left to right: Paolo Franchi, founder of Sanco & Jonathan Armitage, investment executive at NEL Fund Managers
  • Investment News
Sanco fires up Newcastle food scene with NPIF II – NEL investment
Sanco, a Newcastle-based Neapolitan pizza dining experience, has secured a strategic investment from NPIF II – NEL Smaller Loans, which is managed by NEL Fund Managers as part of the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II (NPIF II).
Pictured from left to right: Gareth Humphreys, CEO, Solution Performance Group (SPG) Jane Siddle, Senior Investment Executive, NEL Fund Managers Carolyn McTaggart, Director of Operations, Solution Performance Group (SPG) Mark Wharton, Senior Portfolio Executive, NEL Fund Managers
  • Investment News, NEL News & Insights
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.
Pictured from left to right; Founder of Simplified Operations, Helen Butler & Investment Executive at NEL Fund Managers, Susan Snowdon
  • Investment News
NEL fuels growth of female-led Simplified Operations with NPIF II funding
Female-led consultancy Simplified Operations has secured a significant investment from NPIF II – NEL Smaller Loans, which is managed by NEL Fund Managers as part of the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II (NPIF II).
Pictured from left to right: Chris Hird, Director at S&W, Jane Siddle, Senior Investment Executive at NEL Fund Managers and Stephen Makinson, Director at Mechplant
  • Investment News
NPIF II – NEL backs Mechplant with investment to drive regional growth
One of the North East’s most established plant hire businesses is set to build on decades of success after securing a significant investment from NPIF II - NEL Debt Finance, which is managed by NEL Fund Managers.
Pictured from left to right: Rachael Munro, Investment Executive at NEL Fund Managers, Mark Heaver and Peter Hartley, Co-founders and Directors at FiftyPlus Longevity, Sarah Newbould, Senior Investment Manager at British Business Bank
  • Investment News
NPIF II investment fuels launch of FiftyPlus Longevity centre in Whitley Bay
A new health and wellness centre purpose-built for older adults in North Tyneside is set to open its doors thanks to a strategic investment from NPIF II - NEL Debt Finance, which is managed by NEL Fund Managers as part of the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II (NPIF II).
Pictured from left to right: Richard McLoughlin, director at Valves & Flow Control Resources Limited & Michael Williams, investment executive at NEL Fund Managers
  • Investment News
NEL Fund Managers backs growth and job creation at Middlesbrough-based engineering supplier
Middlesbrough-based Valves & Flow Control Resources Limited (VFCR) has secured a five-figure investment from NPIF II – NEL Smaller Loans, which is managed by NEL Fund Managers as part of the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II (NPIF II).
NEL x Pablo Eggsgobao NPIF II investment
  • Investment News
NEL Fund Managers back Pablo Eggsgobao with six-figure NPIF II investment
A six-figure investment is fuelling the next stage of growth for one of the North East’s most recognisable independent food brands. The funding comes from NPIF II – NEL Debt Finance Fund, which is managed by NEL Fund Managers.
NEL Fund Managers widens investment reach with new Tees Valley office | NEL Fund Managers
  • NEL News & Insights
NEL Fund Managers widens investment reach with new Tees Valley office
The North East’s most active business investor is establishing a new office in Teesside to help maximise its investment presence right across the region.
Jane Siddle, Senior Investment Executive, NEL Fund Managers
  • NEL News & Insights
NEL views on the launch of the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II
The British Business Bank has recently launched the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II (NPIF II), bringing with it £660m to invest in businesses across the North, aimed at fostering growth and prosperity.
Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II Launch Photo
  • NEL News & Insights
Launch of the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II provides £660m boost for small businesses
The Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II (NPIF II), aims to build on the success of the initial fund, with the purpose of driving sustainable economic growth by supporting innovation and creating local opportunity for new and growing businesses across the North.
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North East Growth Capital Fund
Jonathan Luke, CEO of NEL Fund Managers
  • NEL News & Insights
Financial checks that every business should carry out during the cost of living crisis
From left to right: Jonathan Luke, CEO, Susan Snowdon, Investment Executive, Sarah Carr, Investment Admin
  • NEL News & Insights
NEL strengthens investment team with Susan and Sarah appointments
Regional fund management firm NEL Fund Managers has strengthened its investment team with two new appointments. Susan Snowdon has been recruited by the Newcastle-based firm as an investment executive, while Sarah Carr has joined the team in an investment administrator role.