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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.
NEL Female Founders Fireside
  • NEL News & Insights
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.
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).
Alternative Finance Provider of the Year
  • NEL News & Insights
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
  • NEL News & Insights
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.
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.
Team Clive Owen LLP
  • NEL News & Insights
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).
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).
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.
Jonathan Armitage, Investment Executive at NEL Fund Managers, with DT LPG Technology founder David Thomas
  • Investment News, Small Loan Fund
DT LPG Technology’s growth plans cooking on gas with NEL investment
DT LPG Technology specialises in the installation, repair, testing and maintenance of telemetry and monitoring systems used in the liquified petroleum gas (LPG) sector, and is already the biggest telemetry installation specialist in the LPG industry.
  • Investment News, Small Loan Fund
Northumberland luxury hamper firm getting ready for busy Christmas with NEL investment backing
Heather & Bale sells a range of luxury handcrafted hampers and gifts to private and corporate clients right across the country, with the vast majority of its products being sourced from independent producers across Northumberland and North Tyneside.
Rob Brown of JUMP with Mike Guellard of NEL Fund Managers, along with members of the JUMP team
  • Growth Capital Fund, Investment News
Design agency looking to JUMP to the next level with latest NEL investment
JUMP offers creative design, digital solutions and marketing services to a growing roster of regional, national and international clients, including Newcastle’s Business Improvement District company NE1, the NHS, Newcastle University, Peacocks Medical Group and Living North Magazine.
Ian Proctor of Digital Edge
  • Investment News, Small Loan Fund
NEL investment giving an edge to County Durham tech firm’s global growth plans
A County Durham technology firm is looking to apply its new e-commerce solution in markets around the world after securing a five-figure investment from the North East Small Loan Fund Supported by The European Regional Development Fund.
(from left) Jonathan Gibson of Cenelec Standards Inspections with Mike Guellard of NEL Fund Managers
  • Growth Capital Fund, Investment News
Cenelec planning major European expansion with backing of latest NEL investment
A North East hazardous area inspection firm is expanding its presence in continental Europe with the help of its latest investment from NEL Fund Managers.
(from left) Xinfluence founders Paul and Mark Wright with Jane Siddle of NEL Fund Managers
  • Growth Capital Fund, Investment News
North East tech firm building influence in digital marketing sector with NEL investment backing
A North East digital technology firm is looking to build its influence across the UK marketing sector after securing a six-figure investment from the North East Growth Capital Fund Loan Fund Supported by The European Regional Development Fund.
Charlotte Axon and Rob Baker of Tailored Thinking with Susan Snowdon of NEL Fund Managers
  • Investment News, Small Loan Fund
NEL investment tailored to specialist HR consultancy’s growth plans
A specialist HR consultancy which helps companies positively attract, motivate and retain high-performing people is looking to build a bigger team itself with the help of a five-figure investment from the North East Small Loan Fund Supported by The European Regional Development Fund.
  • NEL News & Insights
Double Dealmaker Promotion at NEL Fund Managers
  • NEL News & Insights
NEL Fund Managers Team Takes Control Through New Employee Ownership Trust
Pictured, from left to right, are Rachael Munro, Michael Williams and Susan Snowdon, Investment Executives at NEL Fund Managers.
  • NEL News & Insights
North East Businesses Set to Benefit as Regional Growth Fund Given £4m Extension
Pictured, from left to right, are Rachael Munro, Michael Williams and Susan Snowdon, Investment Executives at NEL Fund Managers.
  • NEL News & Insights
Growth Fund Investments Pass £25M Landmark