Business Growth Fund

Business Growth Fund is an influential investor in small and mid-sized businesses. It was set up in 2011 to offer growing companies and ambitious entrepreneurs patient capital and strategic support. With 14 offices, they are close and relevant to the businesses they invest in. They have grown to a team of 150+ and a network that’s made up of one of the largest pools of board-level executives. Collectively, the companies in their portfolio employ close to 50,000 people. They want to see more entrepreneurs using their capital not only to scale-up their own business but also, collectively, to drive economic activity and with it increase employment, exports, and growth.

Tireni Ajilore

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Dennis Atkinson

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James Baker

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Aaron Baker

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Keith Barclay

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Euan Baxter

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Josh Bean

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David Bellis

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Tim Bittleston

Chairman

Chris Boyes

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Graham Clarke

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Olly Cutting

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Rhys Davenport

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John Devine

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Ned Dorbin

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Fiona Dornan

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Ian Downing

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Lucy Edwardes-Jones

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Isabella Fox

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Alex Garfitt

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Paddy Graham

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Gemma Hamilton

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Nathan Heath

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Joe Higgins

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Nick Holder

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Tom Horton

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Rob Johnson

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Chris Jones

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Kamel Kasem

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Zahir Kasmani

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Elena Kovalikhina

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Aoife McAdam

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Thomas McDonnell

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Valerie McGrane

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Pinesh Mehta

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Chris Morgan

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Chris Nixon

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Guy Pope

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Richard Pugh

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Liam Pursall

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Sebastian Saywood

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Lauren Sharpe

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Bethany Shiers

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James Skade

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Joanne Smith

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Daina Spedding

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Georgina Stratton

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Adele Sung

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Daniel Tapson

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Jack Teasdale

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Hannah Waters

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Spencer Woods

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Past deals in Digital Marketing

Hyble

Venture Round in 2023
Hyble, known as MRM Global Limited, is a company based in Alloa, United Kingdom, that specializes in marketing technology tailored for the global drinks and hospitality industry. Established in 2001, Hyble develops a platform that provides services focused on brand creation and design, catering to the unique needs of businesses within these sectors. Through its innovative solutions, the company aims to enhance brand visibility and engagement in a competitive market.

Optima Partners

Venture Round in 2022
Optima Partners is a management consultancy specialising in marketing.

Media Zoo

Private Equity Round in 2022
Media Zoo was established to help businesses communicate better with their customers, their colleagues and each other. With a proud heritage in prime time filmmaking and top class audience retention, the company is perfectly placed to help many of Britain’s biggest and best known businesses navigate the technical, retail and digital disruption of the last decade.

Apprentify

Private Equity Round in 2022
Apprentify is a provider of apprenticeship training and recruitment services based in Macclesfield, United Kingdom. The company focuses on helping employers find and train apprentices in various fields, including digital marketing, junior content production, data analysis, and software development. By offering specialized courses in digital marketing, social media, and technology, Apprentify enables organizations to recruit apprentices equipped with the skills needed for today's job market. Through its tailored approach, Apprentify aims to bridge the gap between education and employment, supporting both apprentices and employers in achieving their goals.

AND Digital

Venture Round in 2021
AND Digital is a new way for digital delivery. With AND Digital there’s a certain buzz. It’s the buzz of brilliant, curious people set free to imagine the impossible. A hubbub of ‘what ifs?’, ‘why nots?’ and ‘let’s trys’ all working together to push boundaries and create the future of digital for some of the world’s leading brands. In a nutshell, we help our clients reach their digital aspirations. We do this in three ways; first we transform their digital delivery functions, second, we provide additional super-powered people into those teams and lastly, we upskill clients’ permanent team members with our one stop shop digital learning Academy. Simple. www.and.digital

ROI

Venture Round in 2021
ROI is a lead generation technology company focused on assisting small businesses in enhancing their online presence. By offering the option to rent highly optimized websites, ROI enables clients to attract more leads and ultimately increase sales. The company specializes in digital advertising services, including search engine optimization and monthly reporting, which provide valuable insights into performance and effectiveness. Through its services, ROI aims to empower small businesses to navigate the competitive digital landscape and achieve their growth objectives.

Genflow

Venture Round in 2021
Genflow is a platform that allows influencers to own their own audience and build their own brands.

Hyble

Venture Round in 2020
Hyble, known as MRM Global Limited, is a company based in Alloa, United Kingdom, that specializes in marketing technology tailored for the global drinks and hospitality industry. Established in 2001, Hyble develops a platform that provides services focused on brand creation and design, catering to the unique needs of businesses within these sectors. Through its innovative solutions, the company aims to enhance brand visibility and engagement in a competitive market.

Moteefe

Series B in 2020
Moteefe is an e-commerce platform founded in 2014 that enables individuals and businesses to sell customized merchandise through social media channels. It offers a comprehensive solution for merchants of all sizes, allowing them to quickly transform their brand and creative designs into market-ready products. The platform caters to both individual entrepreneurs and larger retailers, facilitating the creation and global distribution of custom clothing and merchandise. By streamlining the process of selling personalized items online, Moteefe empowers users to reach a broader audience and enhance their brand presence.

Decora

Venture Round in 2020
Decora specializes in providing custom solutions for furniture and decor internet retailers. The company has developed an online platform that designs 3D product models and scenarios, utilizing advanced technologies such as computer-generated imagery. A team of skilled digital artists collaborates to import essential product information, allowing Decora to create interactive and personalized experiences for its clients. This approach enhances the online shopping experience by enabling retailers to showcase their products in a more engaging and realistic manner.

ROI

Seed Round in 2020
ROI is a lead generation technology company focused on assisting small businesses in enhancing their online presence. By offering the option to rent highly optimized websites, ROI enables clients to attract more leads and ultimately increase sales. The company specializes in digital advertising services, including search engine optimization and monthly reporting, which provide valuable insights into performance and effectiveness. Through its services, ROI aims to empower small businesses to navigate the competitive digital landscape and achieve their growth objectives.

AND Digital

Venture Round in 2020
AND Digital is a new way for digital delivery. With AND Digital there’s a certain buzz. It’s the buzz of brilliant, curious people set free to imagine the impossible. A hubbub of ‘what ifs?’, ‘why nots?’ and ‘let’s trys’ all working together to push boundaries and create the future of digital for some of the world’s leading brands. In a nutshell, we help our clients reach their digital aspirations. We do this in three ways; first we transform their digital delivery functions, second, we provide additional super-powered people into those teams and lastly, we upskill clients’ permanent team members with our one stop shop digital learning Academy. Simple. www.and.digital

Unique Digital Cinema

Private Equity Round in 2018
Unique Digital Cinema is an innovative software and content delivery services empower digital cinema customers in 53 countries around the world.

LoopMe

Venture Round in 2018
LoopMe is a company that specializes in brand advertising through its advanced mobile platform, which focuses on optimizing campaigns to achieve real-world outcomes. Utilizing artificial intelligence, LoopMe's algorithms facilitate real-time optimization of ad placements, ensuring improved performance and measurable results for advertisers. The company leverages first-party data from proprietary brand surveys and mobile sources, such as GPS location, and enhances this with third-party data partnerships that provide insights into consumer behavior, including credit card purchases and TV viewership. This comprehensive data management allows for precise targeting and retargeting, enabling advertisers to gain deep insights into their audiences. LoopMe's transparent analytics further empower clients to understand the effectiveness of their campaigns, thereby enhancing their overall marketing strategies.

MyLife Digital

Debt Financing in 2018
MyLife Digital Ltd is a data management services provider based in Corsham, United Kingdom, established in 2014. The company specializes in secure cloud hosting and offers a range of services including data management with sharing preference control, personal data stores, verified digital attributes, and secure file vaults. MyLife Digital processes various forms of data, such as user self-reported information, surveys, connected device outputs, and real-time data from third-party sources. Its clientele spans multiple sectors, including healthcare, finance, sports, charity, and nonprofit organizations, as well as both large corporations and small to medium enterprises. The company aims to enhance organizational performance through trusted data, aligning with evolving privacy regulations to foster strong relationships between individuals and organizations. MyLife Digital has formed a strategic partnership with TrustArc Inc. and operates as a subsidiary of Inc & Co Ltd.

SaleCycle

Venture Round in 2018
SaleCycle is a behavioral marketing company that specializes in helping online retailers enhance customer journeys and increase conversion rates. Founded in 2010, it provides a range of email remarketing solutions designed to recover abandoned sales, gain insights into visitor behavior, and foster customer loyalty. The company serves various industries, including retail, finance, fashion, non-profits, and travel. With a presence in multiple countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Singapore, and Australia, SaleCycle supports over 500 businesses, including notable brands such as Ralph Lauren, IKEA, and Virgin Atlantic. Its services encompass live trends, countdown timers, email marketing, promo codes, and progress bars, all aimed at driving online sales and improving customer engagement.

Dianomi

Venture Round in 2018
Dianomi™ is a global leader in content marketing. Through their natively integrated Sponsored Content Units, they promote links to their advertisers content across tier 1 global business and finance publishers

Direct Online Services

Venture Round in 2016
Direct Online Services Ltd began with a dream: to promote the beauty of solid wood products online, coupling the best in modern technology with sustainability, excellent quality, fast delivery and affordability.

MyLife Digital

Venture Round in 2016
MyLife Digital Ltd is a data management services provider based in Corsham, United Kingdom, established in 2014. The company specializes in secure cloud hosting and offers a range of services including data management with sharing preference control, personal data stores, verified digital attributes, and secure file vaults. MyLife Digital processes various forms of data, such as user self-reported information, surveys, connected device outputs, and real-time data from third-party sources. Its clientele spans multiple sectors, including healthcare, finance, sports, charity, and nonprofit organizations, as well as both large corporations and small to medium enterprises. The company aims to enhance organizational performance through trusted data, aligning with evolving privacy regulations to foster strong relationships between individuals and organizations. MyLife Digital has formed a strategic partnership with TrustArc Inc. and operates as a subsidiary of Inc & Co Ltd.

Adestra

Series A in 2016
Adestra Limited is a provider of digital marketing technology solutions, focused on enhancing marketing efforts for organizations and marketers globally. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Oxford, United Kingdom, with additional offices in Austin, Texas, London, and Sydney, the company specializes in a range of services that include account structure, automation, campaign management, data management, and reporting solutions. Adestra's flagship platform, MessageFocus, facilitates the creation of email marketing campaigns. The company prioritizes customer success and offers additional services such as account management, digital design, consultancy, and training. Adestra has established strategic partnerships with organizations like Econsultancy and The Direct Marketing Association, reflecting its commitment to supporting clients in maximizing their marketing return on investment. As of December 2018, Adestra operates as a subsidiary of Upland Software, Inc.

Zone

Private Equity Round in 2015
Zone is a digital agency based in London, United Kingdom, specializing in digital consultancy services. The company combines strategic insight with enterprise technology and content development to support brands in navigating the digital landscape. Zone offers a range of services, including customer experience design, digital strategy, and content creation. Its expertise spans various sectors, enabling the agency to deliver impactful social campaigns, support global infrastructure projects, and implement social purpose strategies. By focusing on transformative customer experiences, Zone helps businesses generate value and thrive in a competitive environment.

Pureprint

Venture Round in 2015
Award winning print and marketing solutions provider. As leaders in sustainable print production we provide an innovative approach to your communication requirements, integrating the tactile, sensory nature of print, with full cross media communication techniques.

Palmer Hargreaves

Venture Round in 2013
Palmer Hargreaves (UK) Limited is a marketing and advertising agency based in Leamington Spa, United Kingdom, with additional offices in Germany and Russia. Founded in 1984, the agency specializes in integrated marketing communications, focusing on connecting brands with customers on a global scale. It offers a wide range of services, including advertising, digital communications, direct marketing, brand development, and multi-language and multi-market communications. The agency caters to a diverse clientele, including blue-chip companies across various sectors such as automotive, agriculture, financial services, and manufacturing, enabling them to effectively communicate complex topics and enhance their brand presence.

The Exchange Lab

Venture Round in 2013
The Exchange Lab Ltd. is a programmatic media and marketing company that specializes in executing digital advertising campaigns across multiple channels, including display, video, social media, and mobile. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in London, the company utilizes its proprietary platform, Proteus, to integrate various demand side platforms and marketing technologies, creating a streamlined marketplace for advertisers. The Exchange Lab offers a comprehensive suite of targeting solutions, including retargeting, geo-targeting, and audience targeting, to optimize campaign performance. With a global presence, the company serves over 700 clients across 50 markets, operating additional offices in major cities such as New York, San Francisco, and Toronto. As of December 2015, The Exchange Lab functions as a subsidiary of GroupM Worldwide Inc.
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