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Leaders in Trading 2023: Industry Person of the Year shortlist revealed

The TRADE

Shortlisted individuals are repeated contributors to discussion whether that be through panels, associations or schemes to support the next generation joining the financial services industry. The winner will be decided by a live industry vote at The TRADE’s Leaders in Trading gala awards night on 8 November.

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The essential guide to raising private equity

Growth Business

Private equity investors are always looking for the next big thing and they will offer their expertise for a slice of future profits. Competition among private equity investors will allow those companies seeking to raise money to find the partner that represents the best fit from the perspective of culture, style, and potential to add value.

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24 venture capital firms you need to know about – Growth Business guide

Growth Business

However, the reality is that many venture capital investors are playing it cautious, wanting to invest in later, safer funding rounds for companies with proven revenue. Ascension Ventures Mini bio: Ascension Ventures is one of the most active seed investors in the UK. of successful exits: N/A Website: www.antler.co

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Tech unicorns UK – complete guide to the billion-dollar club

Growth Business

This valuation is either achieved through an equity financing round or via financial performance indicators. These are start-ups investors believe will break the barrier and make unicorn status within just 24 months. The platform connects investors with borrowers through loans, credit cards and car finance.

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Founders talk about their experience with corporate venture capital

Growth Business

Another downside is you accept corporate venture capital can be to scare off other investors, who worry about founders giving away too much equity to a CVC and being perceived as a “soft target” for acquisition on the cheap by the corporate entity. Webb says it was important that BP Ventures did not have exclusivity as an investor.

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Change in company size threshold – could it slash your red tape?

Growth Business

By Anna Jordan on Growth Business - Your gateway to entrepreneurial success UK company size thresholds are set to change from April 6, 2025, the first change since 2013. Tom Haylock is a data specialist, business expert, and CEO of Sharecat Data Services : Theres a trade-off,” he told Growth Business.

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