Having a diverse group of investors, Anthemis discovered they can better connect with diverse communities.

This helps attracting diverse founders and teams.

Read our report for actionable pathways to improving diversity in #VC : bit.ly/45dgFWl

By backing innovation, we will ensure that start-up and scale-up capital is available for firms developing groundbreaking technologies that
will shape the economy of the future.

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While the right asset can push your business forward, it can have impact on your cash flow.

Our new guide to business finance cover the finance options you could use to purchase a major asset 👉 bit.ly/3wmClT8

📣 We’ve signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Innovate UK.

With our shared commitment to supporting UK businesses, we will work together to back innovation and accelerate opportunities for cutting-edge businesses.

Find out more here: bit.ly/3WiKaVd

Our Enterprise Capital Funds programme has helped to support many pioneering #FinTech companies working alongside our delivery partners.

Watch the video to find out more about the programme and its impact 👇
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Catch our CEO Louis Taylor at the Innovate Finance Global Summit tomorrow at 2:20pm.

Louis will join a fireside chat to discuss the Mansion House reforms, which will unlock more investments into private markets including #FinTech .

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If you're thinking of using external finance to support your business goals, our finance finder tool is a good place to start.

Answer six simple questions and learn what types of investment may be most suitable for you 👉 bit.ly/2BThmbW

Struggling with mental health issues, Alice Wu discovered how important beauty was for emotional wellbeing.

With a Start Up Loan from Virgin StartUp, she created Peace and Pure, a beauty brand that’s loving and supportive of the journey to beauty and wellness.

Starting a business doesn't come with a manual.

Focused on the 7 common business challenges and the types of finance that could help you meet them, our new guide will help you make informed choices.

Download it here: bit.ly/3MuzkWi

Following an accident that left Leo with life changing injuries, he took up woodworking to learn a new skill and support his mental health. This passion transformed into a business.

Now his online shop Hand-i-Craft is an inspiration to aspiring entrepreneurs.

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Happy and healthy employees are the backbone of your business. Have you got an employee wellbeing programme in place?

Here's why you might consider an employee wellbeing strategy 👇 #StressAwarnessMonth
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Coping with anxiety, Louis Watkins wanted to create a brand that cares, gives back, and breaks the stigma to get men talking about mental health.

Clear For Men, his online business, does exactly that by encouraging men to ‘take five’ through their daily cleansing routine.

Our Guide to building business resilience has impartial and actionable information that could help you make your business more resilient with tips on dealing with late payments and looking after wellbeing of your team.

Download it here 👉 bit.ly/3qSmnOa

From securing new commercial premises to launching a new product.

The Midlands Engine Investment Fund II could help you achieve your business ambitions.

Find out more about the options available via fund managers: bit.ly/4bU8TEw

“Make time for yourself. You can’t purely focus on your business because you’ll burn out.”

Founders of Dryad share their advice for budding entrepreneurs.

#MentalHealth

Workplace stress is on the increase with the cost to UK businesses running into the billions.

Here are some ways you can help reduce workplace stress for your employees.
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ICYMI: Reflecting on the findings of British Business Bank's #SBFM2024 report, our MD Christine Hockley highlights opportunities of backing ground-breaking R&D companies and recents investments of our #FutureFundBreakthrough programme.

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#ICYMI : Record level of asset finance small business deals in 2023, finds our #SBFM2024 report.

Download it for the latest in-depth analysis of small business finance market trends.

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Setting aside ‘me time’ may not be your top priority, but business owners are increasingly at risk of having to deal with stress and mental health issues.

#StartUpLoans have rounded up tips for looking after your mental health.
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The Midlands Engine Investment Fund II will help ensure growing and startup companies will have access to equity finance to thrive.

Find out more about how to apply for funding from the fund here: bit.ly/4bU8TEw