Northstar Ventures

Northstar Ventures Limited is a venture capital firm based in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom, founded in 2004. The firm specializes in both direct investments and fund of fund investments, targeting a wide range of sectors including technology, media, clean technology, healthcare, and entertainment services. Northstar Ventures focuses on early-stage and growth-stage companies, investing between £0.02 million and £0.75 million, with the potential for larger investments of up to £2 million in businesses with a turnover of up to €50 million. The firm emphasizes its commitment to the North East of England, seeking to foster talent, job creation, and economic growth in the region. By leveraging its extensive network of partners, Northstar Ventures aims to support innovative solutions that address pressing societal issues.

Khadija Ashfaq

Investment Manager

Alex Buchan

Investment Director

Rick Charnley

Investment Manager

Alasdair Greig

Director and Board Member

Thomas O'Neill

Investment Manager

Hekla Goodman

Investment Manager

Ian Richards

Director

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VRAI

Series A in 2025
First and foremost, they are a content creation company specialising in virtual reality production. They are visual storytellers embracing this new medium as a way of creating immersive, engaging content. Their pioneering methodology takes elements from our diverse background. We use techniques from narrative cinema, from visual effects, from exhibition design, from gaming, from brand management and combine them in new exciting ways to help you tell your story.

Lithium Salvage

Seed Round in 2025
Lithium Salvage is a startup that employs an environmentally acceptable method to salvage rare minerals from lithium-ion waste.

onHand

Venture Round in 2024
onHand is an on-demand volunteering platform designed to simplify the process of volunteering and connect individuals with local charitable opportunities. By matching verified volunteers with organizations in need of assistance, the platform allows users to search for and engage in micro-volunteering projects that have a significant impact in their communities. This approach makes volunteering as accessible as ordering a meal delivery, fostering a culture of social and environmental responsibility while providing a convenient way for people to contribute to local causes. Through its user-friendly interface, onHand aims to encourage more individuals to participate in volunteer work, thereby enhancing community engagement and support for various local initiatives.

Positive Support For You

Venture Round in 2024
Positive Support For You is a social enterprise dedicated to empowering adults with learning disabilities, providing tailored support to help them achieve greater independence, confidence, and inclusion in society.

FAT32

Pre Seed Round in 2024
FAT32 is at the forefront of compliance automation, transforming the way businesses satisfy regulatory requirements.

NunaBio

Seed Round in 2024
NunaBio is a privately-owned DNA development company based in England, United Kingdom. The company specializes in creating a variety of chemical and biological technologies and products, including long and short deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) products available in microgram to gram scales. NunaBio is involved in contract research and development, as well as manufacturing services, offering expertise in cell therapies, vaccines, diagnostics, and gene therapies. Additionally, the company focuses on advanced DNA biosensing and associated consumables, supporting healthcare professionals in their efforts to treat patients effectively.

LightOx

Venture Round in 2024
Lightox specializes in developing advanced molecular tools for imaging, therapeutics, and assay development, focusing on innovative cancer treatments. The company has created a range of light-activated drug compounds designed to selectively target and eliminate tumor cells while minimizing harm to surrounding healthy tissue. Their unique fluorescent probes are smaller than any other products currently available, allowing for versatile applications in research and clinical settings. These probes can function as freely-moving agents that easily integrate into cells, or they can be customized with flexible linkers to meet specific research requirements. Lightox aims to enhance patient outcomes by providing more efficient cancer treatment options.

Prep

Series A in 2024
Prep is a platform that provides interactive learning for standardized assessments.

VRAI

Venture Round in 2024
First and foremost, they are a content creation company specialising in virtual reality production. They are visual storytellers embracing this new medium as a way of creating immersive, engaging content. Their pioneering methodology takes elements from our diverse background. We use techniques from narrative cinema, from visual effects, from exhibition design, from gaming, from brand management and combine them in new exciting ways to help you tell your story.

Microbritt

Seed Round in 2024
Microbritt specializes in micromachining technology that enables the fabrication of customer-defined products from various materials. The company employs a patented process that allows for the defect-free machining of brittle materials, facilitating rapid prototyping and enhancing the pace of innovation for its clients. By offering solutions that extend from wafer-scale applications to larger formats, Microbritt addresses the needs of industries requiring precise and reliable micromachining capabilities.

Newcells Biotech

Venture Round in 2024
Newcells Biotech are experts in the production of induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) and their differentiation into a wide range of reliable and reproducible cell and tissue types. Their focus is to provide customers engaged in drug discovery, pre-clinical development and disease mechanism investigation, with the best quality cells and services.

NativeX Edtech

Seed Round in 2024
An online English learning platform optimized for working professionals

DayaTani

Seed Round in 2024
DayaTani supplies farmers with comprehensive services to increase their productivity.

NunaBio

Seed Round in 2023
NunaBio is a privately-owned DNA development company based in England, United Kingdom. The company specializes in creating a variety of chemical and biological technologies and products, including long and short deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) products available in microgram to gram scales. NunaBio is involved in contract research and development, as well as manufacturing services, offering expertise in cell therapies, vaccines, diagnostics, and gene therapies. Additionally, the company focuses on advanced DNA biosensing and associated consumables, supporting healthcare professionals in their efforts to treat patients effectively.

Advanced Electric Machines

Series A in 2023
Advanced Electric Machines Limited specializes in designing and manufacturing advanced traction motors for electric vehicles, including trucks and buses. Founded in 2016 and based in Washington, United Kingdom, the company focuses on creating sustainable and high-performance motor systems that minimize environmental impact. Its flagship product, the ReFITT traction motor solution, features innovative technology that operates with any commercially available inverter and is free from rare earth materials and copper windings. This approach not only lowers costs but also addresses concerns about demagnetization, allowing for the development of lightweight mechanical systems that enhance overall energy efficiency. Advanced Electric Machines aims to position the UK as a leader in the global market for low carbon propulsion technologies while exporting its products worldwide.

MarraBio

Seed Round in 2023
MarraBio develops functional protein polymers that enable cells to divide, expand, and operate properly.

IOTech

Venture Round in 2023
The growth in IoT is explosive, impressive and unsustainable under current architectural approaches. Many IoT deployments face challenges related to latency, network bandwidth, reliability and security, which cannot be addressed in cloud-only models.

Peek Home

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Peek Home operates as an online home design statrtup. Peek Home offers add-on products including 3D walkthroughs, VR home tours and exterior visualisations.

Asaren

Venture Round in 2023
Asaren manages the mental health needs of their blue-chip clients' employees, with industries ranging from banking, energy, retail, and many others. They provide triage assessment, DNA testing, and online consultation with medical professionals.

onHand

Seed Round in 2023
onHand is an on-demand volunteering platform designed to simplify the process of volunteering and connect individuals with local charitable opportunities. By matching verified volunteers with organizations in need of assistance, the platform allows users to search for and engage in micro-volunteering projects that have a significant impact in their communities. This approach makes volunteering as accessible as ordering a meal delivery, fostering a culture of social and environmental responsibility while providing a convenient way for people to contribute to local causes. Through its user-friendly interface, onHand aims to encourage more individuals to participate in volunteer work, thereby enhancing community engagement and support for various local initiatives.

BelleVie

Seed Round in 2022
BelleVie is a provider of personal care services aimed at supporting individuals in their daily lives while enabling them to maintain their independence. The company offers a range of services, including personal care, meal preparation, home assistance, social engagement, and specialized care. BelleVie operates with a unique model of self-managing teams, inspired by the successful Buurtzorg approach from the Netherlands, which emphasizes fulfilling careers in care and fosters meaningful relationships within the care ecosystem. The company utilizes its proprietary Wellbeing OS technology platform to facilitate its operations, funded through a monthly subscription model. BelleVie’s vision focuses on creating a society where every individual is valued and supported, ensuring that care providers and recipients alike benefit from reciprocal and enriching interactions.

Footy.com

Seed Round in 2022
Footy.com is an online platform that specializes in price comparison for sportswear, primarily focused on football-related products. It operates a portal that allows users in the UK, Europe, and the USA to compare prices on a wide range of items, including football kits, boots, trainers, and training wear from various reputable brands and retailers. By providing access to thousands of products, Footy.com aims to make football merchandise more affordable and accessible for everyone, facilitating an easier online shopping experience for customers seeking the best deals.

Magnitude Biosciences

Grant in 2022
Magnitude Biosciences Limited is a biotechnology firm based in Durham, United Kingdom, that specializes in providing drug discovery solutions and services. Established in 2018, the company focuses on the aging research sector and employs a unique healthspan machine to monitor the nematode C. elegans under various conditions. This automated system, which connects small computers to cameras, allows researchers to test a range of compounds, including food additives and drugs, yielding high-quality, reproducible data. Magnitude Biosciences aims to enhance productivity in drug discovery and product development by offering customized studies that address key research questions in areas such as neurodegeneration, toxicity, and transgenics. Through its innovative approach, the company serves both industry leaders and academic researchers worldwide.

Nanovery

Series A in 2022
Nanovery Limited, founded in 2018 and based in London, United Kingdom, specializes in developing nanorobots aimed at detecting cancer mutations. The company's innovative platform utilizes artificial intelligence to facilitate the rapid and ultra-sensitive identification of challenging biomarkers in blood samples. These nanorobots can capture circulating tumor DNA and emit a fluorescent signal, enabling healthcare professionals to conduct point-of-care tests. By facilitating early cancer detection, Nanovery aims to enhance patient outcomes and increase survival rates. The organization is supported by a team of experts in nanotechnology, medicinal chemistry, and artificial intelligence, along with backing from leading academics, clinicians, and industry leaders.

Advanced Electric Machines

Series A in 2022
Advanced Electric Machines Limited specializes in designing and manufacturing advanced traction motors for electric vehicles, including trucks and buses. Founded in 2016 and based in Washington, United Kingdom, the company focuses on creating sustainable and high-performance motor systems that minimize environmental impact. Its flagship product, the ReFITT traction motor solution, features innovative technology that operates with any commercially available inverter and is free from rare earth materials and copper windings. This approach not only lowers costs but also addresses concerns about demagnetization, allowing for the development of lightweight mechanical systems that enhance overall energy efficiency. Advanced Electric Machines aims to position the UK as a leader in the global market for low carbon propulsion technologies while exporting its products worldwide.

VRAI

Series A in 2022
First and foremost, they are a content creation company specialising in virtual reality production. They are visual storytellers embracing this new medium as a way of creating immersive, engaging content. Their pioneering methodology takes elements from our diverse background. We use techniques from narrative cinema, from visual effects, from exhibition design, from gaming, from brand management and combine them in new exciting ways to help you tell your story.

Paid

Seed Round in 2022
Paid Ltd is a company that designs and develops a platform focused on facilitating fast invoice payments for micro businesses and freelancers. Incorporated in 2017 and based in Darlington, United Kingdom, Paid's platform enhances the procure-to-pay process by automating payments and invoicing, thereby reducing friction and risk in financial transactions. It serves a wide range of sectors, including software development, creative design, photography, public relations, compliance consultancy, architecture, sales and marketing, business consulting, human resources, and education. The platform enables users to receive payments promptly upon project completion, streamlining the collection of client payments without manual intervention. Paid aims to create equal opportunities for businesses of all sizes, fostering innovation for larger companies and economic strength for smaller enterprises.

Cashgrow

Seed Round in 2022
Cashgrow is an all-in-one payment and expense management platform for businesses and SME merchants in Vietnam

AMLo Biosciences

Venture Round in 2022
AMLo Biosciences has identified two proteins (AMBLor™) in the skin overlying the primary tumour that are lost in high-risk melanoma.

Xbim

Seed Round in 2022
Xbim specializes in Building Information Modeling (BIM) software services and platforms aimed at managing information for building, infrastructure, and engineering projects. The company emphasizes open standards, allowing 3D models and associated data to be shared and managed effectively throughout the entire asset lifecycle. This approach enables clients to access comprehensive software solutions for building data, facilitating better understanding of community needs and project evolution. By focusing on reusable information, Xbim supports clients in optimizing their project outcomes and aligning developments with community expectations.

Arquer Diagnostics

Convertible Note in 2022
Arquer Diagnostics Ltd. specializes in the design, development, and commercialization of non-invasive diagnostic tests for bladder and prostate cancer. The company offers an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) for measuring specific substances in bodily fluids, including a CE-marked ELISA kit for Mcm5, which is utilized in hospital laboratories. Additionally, Arquer provides a point-of-care system that features a robust reader instrument and disposable cartridges, making it suitable for urology clinics, hospital laboratories, and general practitioners' surgeries. Founded in 2005 and based in Sunderland, United Kingdom, the company was previously known as UroSens Ltd. before rebranding in July 2015. Arquer’s patented technology allows for accurate and reliable detection of the MCM5 protein, aiding in cancer diagnosis and monitoring.

IOTech

Seed Round in 2022
The growth in IoT is explosive, impressive and unsustainable under current architectural approaches. Many IoT deployments face challenges related to latency, network bandwidth, reliability and security, which cannot be addressed in cloud-only models.

Poptop

Angel Round in 2022
Poptop is an online entertainment booking platform that offers a wide array of services for event planners. The company connects users with some of the UK's best event suppliers, including music bands, magicians, DJs, caterers, and various entertainment professionals. Poptop revolutionizes the booking process by utilizing Instant Booking technology, ensuring that clients can easily and quickly secure the services they need for their events. The platform is designed to enhance the overall experience of organizing private events, allowing customers to browse and hire from a comprehensive database of options. Poptop aims to inspire and support party planners from the initial concept through to the final booking, prioritizing excellence in service and experience.

Sphera

Seed Round in 2022
Sphera develops new materials for the built environment - with no compromise to our planet. Sphera makes net-zero construction a reality

Beau’s Ice Cream Parlour

Convertible Note in 2022
Beau’s Ice Cream Parlour provides ice cream goods. The first order comes with a $5 discount. They offer ice cream in a wide range of flavors. They use organic and fairtrade ingredients to make their ice cream.

Sub-10

Seed Round in 2022
Sub-10 offers a digital learning platform that leverages artificial intelligence to enhance employee engagement and drive business growth. The platform is designed to help organizations maximize their employees' potential by providing tailored learning experiences that align with individual preferences and performance levels. It features a dynamic library of educational units that adapts to the specific needs of each learner, including role-based requirements and preferred learning styles. By facilitating customized learning paths, Sub-10 enables companies to improve compliance, knowledge, and skills among their workforce, ultimately supporting organizational development and career advancement for employees.

Advanced Electric Machines

Seed Round in 2021
Advanced Electric Machines Limited specializes in designing and manufacturing advanced traction motors for electric vehicles, including trucks and buses. Founded in 2016 and based in Washington, United Kingdom, the company focuses on creating sustainable and high-performance motor systems that minimize environmental impact. Its flagship product, the ReFITT traction motor solution, features innovative technology that operates with any commercially available inverter and is free from rare earth materials and copper windings. This approach not only lowers costs but also addresses concerns about demagnetization, allowing for the development of lightweight mechanical systems that enhance overall energy efficiency. Advanced Electric Machines aims to position the UK as a leader in the global market for low carbon propulsion technologies while exporting its products worldwide.

Oak

Series A in 2021
Oak is a simple, cloud-based software solution designed to create the ultimate employee experience and help employers get the most out of their people. Oak is used across a variety of industries by businesses and organisations looking to connect their workforce. They work with some of the world’s biggest brands to help them achieve record levels of employee engagement and business connectivity. From Five Guys to Aldi, ITV to River Island, Oak's enterprise collaboration software has given their clients the tools they need to bring their teams together and work better as one.

LightOx

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Lightox specializes in developing advanced molecular tools for imaging, therapeutics, and assay development, focusing on innovative cancer treatments. The company has created a range of light-activated drug compounds designed to selectively target and eliminate tumor cells while minimizing harm to surrounding healthy tissue. Their unique fluorescent probes are smaller than any other products currently available, allowing for versatile applications in research and clinical settings. These probes can function as freely-moving agents that easily integrate into cells, or they can be customized with flexible linkers to meet specific research requirements. Lightox aims to enhance patient outcomes by providing more efficient cancer treatment options.

onHand

Seed Round in 2021
onHand is an on-demand volunteering platform designed to simplify the process of volunteering and connect individuals with local charitable opportunities. By matching verified volunteers with organizations in need of assistance, the platform allows users to search for and engage in micro-volunteering projects that have a significant impact in their communities. This approach makes volunteering as accessible as ordering a meal delivery, fostering a culture of social and environmental responsibility while providing a convenient way for people to contribute to local causes. Through its user-friendly interface, onHand aims to encourage more individuals to participate in volunteer work, thereby enhancing community engagement and support for various local initiatives.

Changing Health

Seed Round in 2021
Changing Health Limited is a company based in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom, established in 2015. It specializes in a digital platform aimed at helping individuals, particularly those with type 2 diabetes, manage their health through personalized lifestyle modifications in nutrition and exercise. The platform provides users with a variety of resources, including online videos, articles, and interactive activities, designed to educate and empower them to make lasting changes. By integrating health coaching grounded in behavioral psychology with engaging digital content, Changing Health delivers effective support for chronic disease management. This innovative approach allows healthcare organizations to offer scalable and impactful assistance, optimizing their resources to enhance patient outcomes.

Glycoscoredx

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Glycoscoredx provides a prostate cancer test and a blood test that offer a chance to improve patient outcomes, crucially reducing late diagnosis of the disease. Their customers' inquiries are addressed through phone, email, and online applications.

One Utility Bill

Venture Round in 2021
One Utility Bill Limited, founded in 2015 and based in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom, specializes in developing software that simplifies the billing process for letting agents and residential tenants. The company's platform consolidates various utility services, including electricity, gas, water, broadband, and media subscriptions, into a single monthly payment. This approach allows tenants to manage their bills more efficiently, facilitating the splitting of costs and enhancing overall property management. By serving a diverse range of energy and service providers, One Utility Bill aims to streamline the financial aspects of renting and improve the experience for both landlords and tenants.

Nanovery

Seed Round in 2021
Nanovery Limited, founded in 2018 and based in London, United Kingdom, specializes in developing nanorobots aimed at detecting cancer mutations. The company's innovative platform utilizes artificial intelligence to facilitate the rapid and ultra-sensitive identification of challenging biomarkers in blood samples. These nanorobots can capture circulating tumor DNA and emit a fluorescent signal, enabling healthcare professionals to conduct point-of-care tests. By facilitating early cancer detection, Nanovery aims to enhance patient outcomes and increase survival rates. The organization is supported by a team of experts in nanotechnology, medicinal chemistry, and artificial intelligence, along with backing from leading academics, clinicians, and industry leaders.

Beau’s Ice Cream Parlour

Seed Round in 2021
Beau’s Ice Cream Parlour provides ice cream goods. The first order comes with a $5 discount. They offer ice cream in a wide range of flavors. They use organic and fairtrade ingredients to make their ice cream.

Asteya

Series A in 2021
Asteya operates as an income insurance startup. Asteya launched with a product for individuals such as gig economy workers, who can take protecting their income with monthly plans.

CellRev

Seed Round in 2021
CellRev is a biotechnology company specializing in innovative bioprocessing technologies aimed at improving cell manufacturing for various applications, including cultured meat, cell therapy, and biologics. The company's proprietary technology enables a shift from traditional batch processing to continuous processing of adherent cells, significantly enhancing yield while reducing operating costs and capital expenditures. CellRev's unique cell detachment process, combined with a specially designed bioprocess, addresses critical challenges in manufacturing, such as cell aggregation, clumping, and detachment. This approach allows cell-based vaccine and therapy developers to streamline their production processes, eliminate serum usage, and overcome significant bottlenecks in the industry.

Poptop

Venture Round in 2021
Poptop is an online entertainment booking platform that offers a wide array of services for event planners. The company connects users with some of the UK's best event suppliers, including music bands, magicians, DJs, caterers, and various entertainment professionals. Poptop revolutionizes the booking process by utilizing Instant Booking technology, ensuring that clients can easily and quickly secure the services they need for their events. The platform is designed to enhance the overall experience of organizing private events, allowing customers to browse and hire from a comprehensive database of options. Poptop aims to inspire and support party planners from the initial concept through to the final booking, prioritizing excellence in service and experience.

Poptop

Seed Round in 2021
Poptop is an online entertainment booking platform that offers a wide array of services for event planners. The company connects users with some of the UK's best event suppliers, including music bands, magicians, DJs, caterers, and various entertainment professionals. Poptop revolutionizes the booking process by utilizing Instant Booking technology, ensuring that clients can easily and quickly secure the services they need for their events. The platform is designed to enhance the overall experience of organizing private events, allowing customers to browse and hire from a comprehensive database of options. Poptop aims to inspire and support party planners from the initial concept through to the final booking, prioritizing excellence in service and experience.

Changing Health

Series A in 2020
Changing Health Limited is a company based in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom, established in 2015. It specializes in a digital platform aimed at helping individuals, particularly those with type 2 diabetes, manage their health through personalized lifestyle modifications in nutrition and exercise. The platform provides users with a variety of resources, including online videos, articles, and interactive activities, designed to educate and empower them to make lasting changes. By integrating health coaching grounded in behavioral psychology with engaging digital content, Changing Health delivers effective support for chronic disease management. This innovative approach allows healthcare organizations to offer scalable and impactful assistance, optimizing their resources to enhance patient outcomes.

Incuto

Series A in 2020
Incuto Limited is a financial technology company based in Ilkley, United Kingdom, that specializes in developing SaaS-based banking software tailored for credit unions, community banks, and Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs). Established in 2016, Incuto provides the incuto Hive platform, which streamlines back-office processes, enhances financial education, and facilitates communication and performance management. This technology enables credit unions to offer a range of banking services, including debit cards and bank accounts, while competing effectively with high-cost lenders. The platform is accessible 24/7 on various devices, allowing for quick loan processing and providing crucial support to underserved populations, including those in rural areas. Incuto aims to empower credit unions to operate more efficiently and digitally, ultimately enhancing their service offerings and reducing operational costs.

IOTech

Series A in 2020
The growth in IoT is explosive, impressive and unsustainable under current architectural approaches. Many IoT deployments face challenges related to latency, network bandwidth, reliability and security, which cannot be addressed in cloud-only models.

ZeroLight

Series A in 2020
ZeroLight Limited specializes in developing virtual showrooms and real-time 3D visualizations for various sectors, including automotive, retail, and exhibitions. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Newcastle upon Tyne, UK, with additional offices in China, Germany, and the United States, the company offers solutions that allow customers to showcase complex products like cars and industrial equipment through interactive features, customizations, and product demonstrations. By integrating advanced technologies such as virtual reality, augmented reality, and cloud computing, ZeroLight enhances customer engagement and supports higher specification sales. The company's innovative platform has attracted partnerships with prominent automotive brands, earning recognition through numerous awards in the industry. Additionally, ZeroLight provides services in advertising, 3D modeling, and digital pipeline automation, further expanding its impact in the visualization landscape.

Clixifix

Venture Round in 2020
Clixifix Limited is a software company based in Spennymoor, United Kingdom, that specializes in developing web-based defect and repair resolution software tailored for housebuilders and commercial contractors. Founded in 2012, Clixifix provides a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform that enables clients to effectively manage customer care operations by tracking defects and repairs in new residential and commercial properties. The platform facilitates communication between residents and subcontractors, guiding the process from the initial report of defects through to their resolution. By streamlining defect management, Clixifix helps reduce frustration and confusion, ultimately enhancing the customer experience in the building and construction industry.

Caspian

Seed Round in 2020
Caspian specializes in automated anti-money laundering (AML) investigation technology. Its platform analyzes alerts and makes risk decisions that are clear and compliant with regulatory standards. By leveraging technology, Caspian enhances the quality and efficiency of AML investigations, ensuring consistent, expert-level outcomes. The company's focus on explainability and regulatory friendliness positions it as a leader in the field, addressing the complexities of modern financial compliance.

Donr

Seed Round in 2020
Donr Ltd. is a company that designs and develops a digital fundraising platform specifically for charities, based in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom. Founded in 2016, Donr focuses on providing mobile donation technology solutions, allowing supporters to contribute easily through text-to-donate capabilities. Users can support social causes by simply texting a keyword along with their donation amount, which is then added to their phone bill or deducted from their credit. The organization operates on a fair fee structure, which is reinvested into enhancing their platform and tools, ultimately aiming to reduce fundraising costs for the charities they assist. Through its innovative approach, Donr aims to empower underprivileged communities by facilitating access to vital resources and support for an improved standard of living.

One Utility Bill

Venture Round in 2020
One Utility Bill Limited, founded in 2015 and based in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom, specializes in developing software that simplifies the billing process for letting agents and residential tenants. The company's platform consolidates various utility services, including electricity, gas, water, broadband, and media subscriptions, into a single monthly payment. This approach allows tenants to manage their bills more efficiently, facilitating the splitting of costs and enhancing overall property management. By serving a diverse range of energy and service providers, One Utility Bill aims to streamline the financial aspects of renting and improve the experience for both landlords and tenants.

Footy.com

Venture Round in 2020
Footy.com is an online platform that specializes in price comparison for sportswear, primarily focused on football-related products. It operates a portal that allows users in the UK, Europe, and the USA to compare prices on a wide range of items, including football kits, boots, trainers, and training wear from various reputable brands and retailers. By providing access to thousands of products, Footy.com aims to make football merchandise more affordable and accessible for everyone, facilitating an easier online shopping experience for customers seeking the best deals.

Footy.com

Seed Round in 2020
Footy.com is an online platform that specializes in price comparison for sportswear, primarily focused on football-related products. It operates a portal that allows users in the UK, Europe, and the USA to compare prices on a wide range of items, including football kits, boots, trainers, and training wear from various reputable brands and retailers. By providing access to thousands of products, Footy.com aims to make football merchandise more affordable and accessible for everyone, facilitating an easier online shopping experience for customers seeking the best deals.

Oak

Seed Round in 2020
Oak is a simple, cloud-based software solution designed to create the ultimate employee experience and help employers get the most out of their people. Oak is used across a variety of industries by businesses and organisations looking to connect their workforce. They work with some of the world’s biggest brands to help them achieve record levels of employee engagement and business connectivity. From Five Guys to Aldi, ITV to River Island, Oak's enterprise collaboration software has given their clients the tools they need to bring their teams together and work better as one.

Ricochet.ai

Convertible Note in 2019
Ricochet is a ch extension to find insights, sales leads, and B2B information.

IOTech

Series A in 2019
The growth in IoT is explosive, impressive and unsustainable under current architectural approaches. Many IoT deployments face challenges related to latency, network bandwidth, reliability and security, which cannot be addressed in cloud-only models.

Haystack

Convertible Note in 2019
Haystack Built for techies who are fed up with the age-old recruitment approach, Haystack is a data insights and careers marketplace that uncovers opportunities based on your interests, values and tech stack.

Refract

Series A in 2019
Every conversation, call, demo, meeting and email contains a treasure trove of insight. The words used, phrases chosen, questions asked all impact on success. Yet, throughout our own careers, sales coaching always felt broken. We would ride along calls and demos, share ideas and feedback, all without a shared reflective view. And as powerful as coaching continually proves to be, it only accounts for less than 5% of sales managers time. So,to make sales coaching simple, more time efficient and to amplify the benefits, we built Refract. By highlighting the decisive and defining moments of these conversations and surfacing coachable insight specific to your business and reps, mistakes and missed opportunities can be remedied. Great moments can be shared amongst the team. The best made available in a searchable library. Our AI technology delivers personalized insight, based on your business and your reps, showing the actions and words that align with top performers and results. We work with a range of global clients, with teams from just a handful to the 1000’s. And whilst every organization is different, they all have one thing in common. They’re passionate about improving sales conversations, and that’s just what we’re here for.

Wordnerds

Seed Round in 2019
Wordnerds teach computers to understand language, make decisions, and find actionable insights. Using AI and advanced linguistics, they are turning the internet into the world’s biggest focus group.

Humble Angel Records

Seed Round in 2019
Humble Angel Records is a streaming-only record label that specializes in digital music distribution. The company has developed a platform designed to enhance the discovery, promotion, and compensation of artists. By adopting a streaming-first and digital-only approach, Humble Angel Records simplifies the process for musicians to submit their music through an online form. This allows artists to easily showcase their talent, ultimately facilitating opportunities to be signed and fairly compensated by music labels.

amBX

Series A in 2019
amBX is a software company focused on enhancing the lighting and digital entertainment sectors by extending video and audio experiences beyond traditional screens. The company offers intelligent lighting control technology that allows users to manage ambient lighting in various settings, including offices and buildings of all sizes. amBX's innovative products enable real-time interactive control of LED lighting without the need for complex programming, thereby making it easier for individuals and organizations to create dynamic lighting environments. By integrating these advancements, amBX aims to elevate the enjoyment of digital audio, video, and gaming content, providing users with an immersive experience that transforms their interaction with media.

Jacwicks Designs

Seed Round in 2019
Jacwicks Designs is an innovative products for outdoor use

Donr

Seed Round in 2019
Donr Ltd. is a company that designs and develops a digital fundraising platform specifically for charities, based in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom. Founded in 2016, Donr focuses on providing mobile donation technology solutions, allowing supporters to contribute easily through text-to-donate capabilities. Users can support social causes by simply texting a keyword along with their donation amount, which is then added to their phone bill or deducted from their credit. The organization operates on a fair fee structure, which is reinvested into enhancing their platform and tools, ultimately aiming to reduce fundraising costs for the charities they assist. Through its innovative approach, Donr aims to empower underprivileged communities by facilitating access to vital resources and support for an improved standard of living.

Incuto

Seed Round in 2019
Incuto Limited is a financial technology company based in Ilkley, United Kingdom, that specializes in developing SaaS-based banking software tailored for credit unions, community banks, and Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs). Established in 2016, Incuto provides the incuto Hive platform, which streamlines back-office processes, enhances financial education, and facilitates communication and performance management. This technology enables credit unions to offer a range of banking services, including debit cards and bank accounts, while competing effectively with high-cost lenders. The platform is accessible 24/7 on various devices, allowing for quick loan processing and providing crucial support to underserved populations, including those in rural areas. Incuto aims to empower credit unions to operate more efficiently and digitally, ultimately enhancing their service offerings and reducing operational costs.

ZeroLight

Convertible Note in 2019
ZeroLight Limited specializes in developing virtual showrooms and real-time 3D visualizations for various sectors, including automotive, retail, and exhibitions. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Newcastle upon Tyne, UK, with additional offices in China, Germany, and the United States, the company offers solutions that allow customers to showcase complex products like cars and industrial equipment through interactive features, customizations, and product demonstrations. By integrating advanced technologies such as virtual reality, augmented reality, and cloud computing, ZeroLight enhances customer engagement and supports higher specification sales. The company's innovative platform has attracted partnerships with prominent automotive brands, earning recognition through numerous awards in the industry. Additionally, ZeroLight provides services in advertising, 3D modeling, and digital pipeline automation, further expanding its impact in the visualization landscape.

Arquer Diagnostics

Series B in 2019
Arquer Diagnostics Ltd. specializes in the design, development, and commercialization of non-invasive diagnostic tests for bladder and prostate cancer. The company offers an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) for measuring specific substances in bodily fluids, including a CE-marked ELISA kit for Mcm5, which is utilized in hospital laboratories. Additionally, Arquer provides a point-of-care system that features a robust reader instrument and disposable cartridges, making it suitable for urology clinics, hospital laboratories, and general practitioners' surgeries. Founded in 2005 and based in Sunderland, United Kingdom, the company was previously known as UroSens Ltd. before rebranding in July 2015. Arquer’s patented technology allows for accurate and reliable detection of the MCM5 protein, aiding in cancer diagnosis and monitoring.

Pickwatch

Venture Round in 2019
Pickwatch Ltd is a digital platform based in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, United Kingdom, founded in 2015. It specializes in providing sports-related predictions and analysis, tracking the accuracy of expert opinions from sources such as ESPN and CBS. The platform allows users to monitor individual and group performance in predicting sporting events, enabling them to compare insights from thousands of experts and fans. Users can explore performance data by team or game situation, facilitating informed decision-making when selecting matchups. Additionally, Pickwatch offers a suite of sports betting tools through its subscription service, Pickwatch Elite, which provides insights on arbitrage opportunities and positive expected value, empowering users to capitalize on mispriced betting lines.

Magnitude Biosciences

Seed Round in 2019
Magnitude Biosciences Limited is a biotechnology firm based in Durham, United Kingdom, that specializes in providing drug discovery solutions and services. Established in 2018, the company focuses on the aging research sector and employs a unique healthspan machine to monitor the nematode C. elegans under various conditions. This automated system, which connects small computers to cameras, allows researchers to test a range of compounds, including food additives and drugs, yielding high-quality, reproducible data. Magnitude Biosciences aims to enhance productivity in drug discovery and product development by offering customized studies that address key research questions in areas such as neurodegeneration, toxicity, and transgenics. Through its innovative approach, the company serves both industry leaders and academic researchers worldwide.

Changing Health

Seed Round in 2018
Changing Health Limited is a company based in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom, established in 2015. It specializes in a digital platform aimed at helping individuals, particularly those with type 2 diabetes, manage their health through personalized lifestyle modifications in nutrition and exercise. The platform provides users with a variety of resources, including online videos, articles, and interactive activities, designed to educate and empower them to make lasting changes. By integrating health coaching grounded in behavioral psychology with engaging digital content, Changing Health delivers effective support for chronic disease management. This innovative approach allows healthcare organizations to offer scalable and impactful assistance, optimizing their resources to enhance patient outcomes.

Poptop

Venture Round in 2018
Poptop is an online entertainment booking platform that offers a wide array of services for event planners. The company connects users with some of the UK's best event suppliers, including music bands, magicians, DJs, caterers, and various entertainment professionals. Poptop revolutionizes the booking process by utilizing Instant Booking technology, ensuring that clients can easily and quickly secure the services they need for their events. The platform is designed to enhance the overall experience of organizing private events, allowing customers to browse and hire from a comprehensive database of options. Poptop aims to inspire and support party planners from the initial concept through to the final booking, prioritizing excellence in service and experience.

Refract

Seed Round in 2018
Every conversation, call, demo, meeting and email contains a treasure trove of insight. The words used, phrases chosen, questions asked all impact on success. Yet, throughout our own careers, sales coaching always felt broken. We would ride along calls and demos, share ideas and feedback, all without a shared reflective view. And as powerful as coaching continually proves to be, it only accounts for less than 5% of sales managers time. So,to make sales coaching simple, more time efficient and to amplify the benefits, we built Refract. By highlighting the decisive and defining moments of these conversations and surfacing coachable insight specific to your business and reps, mistakes and missed opportunities can be remedied. Great moments can be shared amongst the team. The best made available in a searchable library. Our AI technology delivers personalized insight, based on your business and your reps, showing the actions and words that align with top performers and results. We work with a range of global clients, with teams from just a handful to the 1000’s. And whilst every organization is different, they all have one thing in common. They’re passionate about improving sales conversations, and that’s just what we’re here for.

Humble Angel Records

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Humble Angel Records is a streaming-only record label that specializes in digital music distribution. The company has developed a platform designed to enhance the discovery, promotion, and compensation of artists. By adopting a streaming-first and digital-only approach, Humble Angel Records simplifies the process for musicians to submit their music through an online form. This allows artists to easily showcase their talent, ultimately facilitating opportunities to be signed and fairly compensated by music labels.

Ricochet.ai

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Ricochet is a ch extension to find insights, sales leads, and B2B information.
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