Jane Siddle • NEL Fund Managers Limited

PoptopUK’s party plans taking off with Growth Capital Fund investment backing

Uploaded by in Recent Investments, Growth Capital Fund on July 26, 2022

The UK’s leading party planning platform is ready to make an even bigger noise after securing a six-figure investment from the North East Growth Capital Fund Supported by The European Regional Development Fund. Gateshead-headquartered PoptopUK is the only event marketplace in the world to provide an instant booking […]


Northumberland education group looks East for next stage of growth strategy

Uploaded by in Recent Investments, Growth Capital Fund on June 22, 2022

An ambitious Northumberland-headquartered education consultancy is looking to make its mark in the Far East after securing a second six-figure investment from the North East Fund. National Learning Group offers educational support and tutoring services for learners of all ages which are delivered remotely by a fast-expanding network […]


Jane and Mike earn investment team promotions with NEL Fund Managers

Uploaded by in NEL News & Insights on April 20, 2022

Two key members of the investment team at the North East’s longest-standing business investor have earned promotions on the back of the impact of their work with growing companies across the region. Jane Siddle and Mike Guellard have been made senior investment executives at NEL Fund Managers after […]


Offshore engineering firm expands following management buy out

Uploaded by in Recent Investments, Growth Capital Fund on June 17, 2019

A North East-based offshore engineering firm has expanded and rebranded following an impressive 12 months of growth and a management buy-out. Fabricom Offshore Services, which has a history spanning over 30 years, was a subsidiary of French energy group Engie until it became Quanta Fabricom following its acquisition […]


NEL buys into Wesellanycompany.com expansion with Small Loan Fund investment

Uploaded by in Recent Investments, Small Loan Fund on June 5, 2019

An online platform which helps regional business owners find buyers for their companies is set to take its brand nationwide with the help of a new investment from the North East Small Loan Fund Supported By The European Regional Development Fund. Founded by well-known North East corporate finance expert […]


Hall & Angus workplace and school programmes win Small Loan Fund investment backing

Uploaded by in Recent Investments, Small Loan Fund on May 20, 2019

A North East substance and alcohol misuse management company is set to roll out new education programmes for workplaces and schools with the help of a five-figure investment from the North East Small Loan Fund Supported By The European Regional Development Fund. Hall & Angus provides bespoke training and […]


Signs looking good for UK Metalcraft after £150,000 Growth Capital Fund investment

Uploaded by in Recent Investments, Growth Capital Fund on March 11, 2019

A North East trade signage and metal fabrication supplier is investing in new equipment, personnel and factory space after winning a £150,000 investment from the North East Growth Capital Fund Supported by the European Regional Development Fund UK Metalcraft designs, fabricates and builds the high quality signage used […]


Troynorth developing designs on growth with £30,000 Small Loan Fund investment

Uploaded by in Recent Investments, Small Loan Fund on December 13, 2018

A specialist Northumberland interior design business has sewn up a £30,000 investment from the North East Small Loan Fund Supported By The European Regional Development Fund to help it expand its product range, grow its turnover and bring in new customers. Troynorth supplies top quality trimmings, tie backs and […]


Clifford James Consultants in Top Gear After Growth Fund Investment Exit

Uploaded by in Recent Investments on April 18, 2017

A Northumberland firm that specialises in a niche area of motoring and insurance law is in the fast lane towards becoming a UK-wide operator after exiting from a six-figure investment from the Finance For Business North East Growth Fund. Clifford James Consultants Ltd (CJC) is one of the […]


A Meeting With: Jane Siddle, Investment Executive at NEL Fund Managers Limited

Uploaded by in Recent Investments on February 28, 2017

Investment executive Jane Siddle on the things she enjoys about her job and her life outside of work. What is the best thing about your job? I’m in a very fortunate position at NEL in that I’m given a constant opportunity to meet inspiring SME owner managers. The […]