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📢 Join a landmark study shaping the future of investment Our UK National Partner, the Impact Investing Institute has partnered with Ipsos UK, an independent market research agency, to launch a first-of-its-kind research initiative examining how investment professionals conceptualise and approach investment purpose in today's evolving market landscape. This comprehensive study explores:  🔹Core principles driving modern investment strategies  🔹Critical decision-making factors in investment processes  🔹The interplay between risk, return, and sustainability considerations    🗣️🙋🏽‍♀️ Your perspective on the above is invaluable. By participating in a brief 5–10-minute survey, you will contribute to research that will provide unique insights into the transformation of investment narratives and practices. You’ll also get a chance to enter a prize draw for a £75 💳 voucher. Key details:  ⏰Deadline: Tuesday, 19th November  ⏳Time required: 10 minutes  🔒Confidentiality: All responses will be anonymised and will be presented only as aggregated statistics for research purposes 🟢 Participate in the Survey ➜ https://lnkd.in/gvQBsaev Your network's voice matters: We encourage you to share this survey with fellow investment professionals. Each response strengthens our ability to map the changing investment landscape and provide actionable insights and tools to the industry. #ImpactInvesting #SustainableFinance #MarketResearch #FinancialInnovation

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Entrepreneurs need the media as much as the government to support their efforts if Britain is to create more multibillion-pound companies. Jamie Roberts talks to The Times, Richard Tyler on how the UK media can support growth and create more role models for entrepreneurs. Summize GEEIQ Darktrace #theentrepreneureconomy  #YFMManifesto Start-ups need more positive column inches, says top fund manager https://lnkd.in/dGw83ksg

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Advance your startup journey with Series A funding! 🚀 This crucial stage in venture capital financing drives growth, expands market reach, and lays the groundwork for future funding rounds.  Read our Series A funding guide for more information: https://lnkd.in/ecr3jf54 #seriesafunding  #startups  #businessstartups  #ukstartups  #startupfinancing  #accountingservices

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Investments in the food tech start-up sector comes from a range of sources. “Some interesting businesses seem to be pushing through with venture capitalists. Our client Spacegoods, a mushroom-based supplements and nootropics brand, recently received VC funding … In the UK, it is common to see food tech start-ups attracting crowdfunding and angel investors as they can see and taste products, and in doing so, have another means to understand any potential risks to their capital.” Emerging companies lead and partner, Amy Pierechod, provides her experience in food tech startups in a recent article in The Grocer. Read more by visiting the link below 👇 https://bit.ly/3Kh2JSl #foodtech #startups #investment #venturecapital

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To find out even more about certified B Corporations (B Corps for short) the movement and why it's important.... please read below: https://lnkd.in/dUX9asK

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THREESIXTY Comms were delighted to work with our client, Vista to launch their new research examining young UK business owners’ attitudes to running their own business. VistaPrint's study of young full-time business owners in the UK - based on a survey of over 500 business owners aged 16-36 - revealed that Gen Z and Millennials are not only financially motivated to run their own business but are also doing it to fulfil their passions, with 31% of people citing this as the reason they have started their own business. The data also found that young business owners make, on average, £17K more than the average UK salary. You can read more about VistaPrint’s data in Startups, MSN and SME. https://lnkd.in/eYn6X8KV https://lnkd.in/euRzEGCN https://lnkd.in/eTEkmWab

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The Investment Summit in London today, led by the PM, Sir Keir Starmer, is intended to give businesses confidence to invest in the UK. A more stable UK, led by a government with a clear majority and a serious programme for mission-led government, is a strong start. But I do hope that the PM applies the 'tough love' rhetoric equally to those businesses that externalise the true cost of their business models onto the public purse: the water companies polluting rivers, the fossil fuel companies reneging on their ESG commitments and net zero targets, the chemical companies polluting land, the plastics businesses producing so much waste, the private equity firms hollowing out the care sector, the food companies making and marketing food that makes us sick... If we're setting new guardrails for public finances, can we please do the same for the businesses that are costing us all so much? https://lnkd.in/e-SEhzKZ

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Well worth reading the latest annual ‘Equity Investments into Spinouts’ report from our award-winning EIS fund manager, Parkwalk Advisors. The report highlights the opportunities and some of the issues facing industries across the university spinout sector in the UK. It is extremely encouraging to see evidence of an investment recovery and further projected growth for spinouts. Government support for this vital growth engine must continue – helping to build a thriving ecosystem to create more billion-pound spinouts here in the UK, delivering investment returns, a strong economy and positive impact.

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Challenging industry norms is no small feat, but it’s often the spark for real innovation. John Sewell’s story on ScaleUp Radio highlights exactly how bold decisions and creative thinking can transform a business model. What resonates most for us is how Cosimo Art shifted from the traditional commission-based approach to a subscription model, proving there’s always a smarter way to scale. 💡 We'd love to hear your thoughts—what’s the most unconventional business move you’ve made, and how did it impact your growth? #ScaleUpRadio #BusinessGrowth #Innovation #Leadership #ScalingUp

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Investment opportunity just landed 💫 🧑‍💻B2B SaaS impacting sustainable fashion 👚Partnerships secured with major retailers 🌍In talks with global brands 💵£350k funding secured 💵Looking to raise £100,000k ✅EIS approved Interested? Register on www.fundmypitch.com to see the full deck, or drop Steven Mooney a message #investmentoppotuity #earlystageinvestment #angelinvestment #startup

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TDR To Become Asda’s Majority Owner After Agreeing To Buy Zuber’s Stake It has been confirmed today that private equity firm TDR Capital will acquire Zuber Issa’s shares in Asda. His brother Mohsin will remain a co-owner of the supermarket they bought along with TDR in 2021. Set to be completed Q3 2024. TDR will then own 67.5% of Asda, Mohsin (22.5%) and Walmart (10%). The transaction further dismantles the business relationship between Zuber and Mohsin, at a time when Asda is losing market share. Mohsin denied rumours of a fallout with his brother, saying on the BBC that the pair “get on exceptionally well”. Commenting on today’s news, Gary Lindsay and Tom Mitchell, Managing Partners of TDR Capital, said: “By combining our investment and sector expertise with Asda’s heritage of delivering value for customers, we have already made significant progress in transforming Asda … As majority owners, we will continue to work closely with the Asda management team and colleagues across the business to support the ambitious strategy, which we believe is the right one to continue to move Asda forward.” Asda’s Chairman, Stuart Rose, commented: “On behalf of the Board, I welcome TDR’s increased investment in Asda – which is a clear sign of its commitment to the business … The Board and shareholders continue to put in place the building blocks to position Asda for long-term success, and that is good news for colleagues, customers, suppliers and other business partners.” Meanwhile, Mohsin said: “Today’s announcement further underlines my own and TDR’s confidence both in Asda and the UK consumer market. As a shareholder group, we are excited about the growth journey we are on … I also want to add my personal support and best wishes for Zuber’s plans as we continue our successful family partnership, working as partners on our personal co-investments, family office philanthropy and Issa Foundation projects.” Zuber concluded: “With the divestment of my Asda shares, I will now turn my attention towards leading and managing the remaining EG UK forecourt sites that I have personally acquired, and spend more time on my charitable endeavours. I am pleased to see TDR increasing its investment in Asda. With Mohsin and TDR’s ongoing focus and shareholding, I am confident that Asda will achieve its growth ambitions.” NamNews Implications: * This means more of a PE influence on how Asda is run… * i.e. see The Implications of Private Equity Takeover of a Mult (Link in comments below) * And why not reassess your retailer handling by business model? – See Tailoring Major Customer Management by Business Model (Vive la Difference?) (Link in comments below) #PrivateEquity

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The Prince’s Trust: support for young entrepreneurs to launch a business If you’re 18 to 30 and are looking to launch your new start-up idea (or you know a budding entrepreneur who is), The Prince’s Trust could provide the support you’re looking for. Founded by HM King Charles III, formerly HRH The Prince of Wales, The Prince’s Trust supports young people to kickstart a career, launch a business, learn new skills, or build confidence. The Prince’s Trust offers a wide range of resources and support, including business support and mentoring, grants, courses, and qualifications to help young people get into work or launch a business idea. To date, The Prince’s Trust has helped one million young people to transform their lives, with three in four young people they’ve supported over the last five years having moved into work, education, or training: https://lnkd.in/e3hWNtEi #entrepreneurs #biz #startups #support #funding #princestrust

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In a thought piece for CFA UK, Main Set Founder and Managing Partner Ioto Iotov explores diversity (or the lack thereof) in the VC Industry. He draws on the research from Sophie Calder-Wang and Paul Gompers at Harvard Business School, Diversity VC, Elizabeth Edwards, Jonathan Hollis from Mountside Ventures, Stonewall and the British Business Bank. Find the link to the report in the comments. #investing #CFA #diversity #responsibleinvesting

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Today The Institute for Turnaround (The IFT) and Macfarlanes publish a report outlining recent trends in the business funding landscape in the UK and looking forward to what we might expect to see as we move through the remainder of 2024.   The report includes a discussion of the outlook for private equity sponsors and corporate borrowers, private credit funds, real estate debt and how private credit fund lenders are dealing with corporate borrowers in financial distress.   We’d like to thank Macfarlanes for working with us on this report and providing their expert insight in this area.   #adapt #transform #succeed https://lnkd.in/dhFsSb_n

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Super-complaints are a powerful but little known mechanism for consumer justice in the UK. In his latest blog, our Managing Director David Rankin looks at what super complaints are, as well as their recent influence over UK legislation, regulation, and consumer compensation. #supercomplaint #consumer #legislation #regulation

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Our Index of Consumer Sentiment is based on a cross-section of UK consumers. They’re from all parts of the country, aged from 18 to 80+, and have a wide range of social and economic circumstances. Since Q4 2022 we have asked people to tell us the nature of their home tenure, and in this special report we’re going to dig into the differences (and similarities) we’ve seen between social renters and consumers in general. Download the report now. https://lnkd.in/e3SUg4wt

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As a B Corp, you're already making a positive impact but have you considered amplifying this with an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT)? Did you know there are over 2,000 B Corps in the UK? Additionally, employee ownership increased by 37% between 2022 and 2023 and is on the rise. We understand that B Corps redefine business success by balancing purpose and profit. Our expertise in #EOTs can help B Corps promote long-term, sustainable growth. Read More: https://lnkd.in/eWq9MHff #BCorp #EmployeeOwnership #Sustainability #BusinessGrowth Augmenting Reality: Increasing Success Multiple Disciplines: One Team Law - Finance - Tax - Communications Nigel Greenaway Craig Blackmore David Dulieu Rhian Osborne Joel Dunning Matt Sutton Leanne Thomas Lorna Jacques Dominic Dineen John Slevin Lauren Couch Garry Mackay Simon Pathé Emma Jones

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As a B Corp, you're already making a positive impact but have you considered amplifying this with an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT)? Did you know there are over 2,000 B Corps in the UK? Additionally, employee ownership increased by 37% between 2022 and 2023 and is on the rise. We understand that B Corps redefine business success by balancing purpose and profit. Our expertise in #EOTs can help B Corps promote long-term, sustainable growth. Read More: https://lnkd.in/eWq9MHff #BCorp #EmployeeOwnership #Sustainability #BusinessGrowth The business-focused experts in getting deals done Law - Finance - Tax – Communications Augmenting Reality: Increasing Success Multiple Disciplines: One Team

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