British Business Investments

British Business Investments is a commercial subsidiary of the British Business Bank plc, established in 2014 and based in Sheffield, United Kingdom. The firm specializes in providing loans and investments ranging from £5 million to £200 million to finance providers that support smaller businesses. It operates on a fully commercial basis, focusing on earning a commercial return without government advantages. British Business Investments engages in a variety of financial activities, including investments in small-cap debt, equity, and venture capital funds. The firm collaborates with private sector investors and aims to enhance the smaller business finance markets by facilitating access to diverse finance providers, such as banks and leasing companies. Additionally, it invests alongside Angel Networks and Fund-of-Funds, contributing to programs like Regional Angels and Managed Funds to further support the growth of smaller enterprises.

Steve Conibear

UKN Director, South West

Ken Cooper

Managing Director

Peter Garnham

Managing Director

Robert Greenwood

Senior Investment Manager

Sean Hutchinson

Senior Investment Manager

Adam Kelly

Managing Director

Reinald de Monchy

MD

Catherine Lewis La Torre

CEO

Past deals in Peer to Peer

Ryft

Series A in 2025
Ryft is a payment platform focused on facilitating seamless transactions for marketplaces and peer-to-peer platforms in the Web 3.0 environment. It offers a comprehensive and user-friendly solution that automates complex, multi-sided payments, allowing marketplace businesses and their merchants to receive next-day payouts for a single flat fee per transaction. The platform emphasizes rapid onboarding and transparent pricing, making it easier for users to accept payments from various sources. By streamlining the payment process, Ryft aims to enhance the efficiency and scalability of digital platforms.

CrowdProperty

Debt Financing in 2023
CrowdProperty is a leading property development lending platform in the UK that focuses on providing short-term loans to small and medium-sized property developers. The company operates a peer-to-peer lending model, connecting property professionals with retail investors to facilitate funding for various property projects. This innovative approach aims to address the inefficiencies of traditional funding sources, enabling developers to access the capital they need more quickly and transparently. With a mission to support the construction of much-needed homes, CrowdProperty leverages the extensive property development experience of its team to offer hands-on due diligence and expert loan monitoring. The platform has gained recognition as one of the fastest-growing and profitable businesses in the UK, reflecting its commitment to unlocking the potential of property developers while driving economic growth through increased spending on labor, materials, and services.

Assetz Capital

Venture Round in 2020
Assetz Capital Limited, based in Manchester, United Kingdom, is a direct lending marketplace that connects investors with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), property developers, and bridging finance needs. Established in 2013, the firm offers a range of business funding solutions through its online platform, including quick access accounts, property-secured accounts, and manual lending accounts. Assetz Capital differentiates itself by assessing all loans individually and requiring tangible security, contrasting with many peer-to-peer lenders that often offer unsecured loans. The company serves a diverse investor base of over 90,000 high-net-worth individuals, providing alternative funding opportunities that enhance liquidity and operational capabilities for businesses and real estate developers.

Assetz Capital

Venture Round in 2020
Assetz Capital Limited, based in Manchester, United Kingdom, is a direct lending marketplace that connects investors with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), property developers, and bridging finance needs. Established in 2013, the firm offers a range of business funding solutions through its online platform, including quick access accounts, property-secured accounts, and manual lending accounts. Assetz Capital differentiates itself by assessing all loans individually and requiring tangible security, contrasting with many peer-to-peer lenders that often offer unsecured loans. The company serves a diverse investor base of over 90,000 high-net-worth individuals, providing alternative funding opportunities that enhance liquidity and operational capabilities for businesses and real estate developers.
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