Raising Capital

Unlocking Growth:
Your Introduction to Funding

Helping you to understand the funding landscape. Read on to:

• Understand the importance of getting the right type of funding at the right time
• Look at the different methods of valuing your business
• See what potential investors are looking for when you pitch for funding

How to prepare for Series B funding

Getting ready for the Series B funding round requires comprehensive planning, in-depth research and concrete evidence. Read this short guide on how to prepare.

Scaleup funding in 2021: Covid effect and future trends

A look at the current state of the scaleup funding landscape with Rohit Mathur, Venture Capital Coverage Lead, High Growth and Entrepreneurs, Barclays.

How we successfully raised our Series B -Hummingbird Technologies

Will Wells, founder and CEO, of Hummingbird Technologies, on what he learned from raising Series B.

How to progress from crowdfunding and grants to late-stage funding

In this brief video, Chris Foxall, Finance Director at Riversimple Movement explains how to prepare for Series-B or later-stage funding and discusses where to look for the right investors.

Event Replay Bitesize: Women in Innovation Series – Dusica Hannah Lukac, DL Capital Partners

Dusica Hannah Lukac, Founder and partner, DL Capital shares her thoughts as an investor at the Women in Innovation: Pitching for Finance webinar we hosted recently.

Event Replay Bitesize: Women in Innovation Series – Sally Goodsell, MD of Anglia Capital Group and Business Angel

We hear from Sally Goodsell, MD of Anglia Capital Group and Business Angel from the Women in Innovation: Pitching for Finance webinar we hosted recently.

Introduction to Funding: Crowdfunding with Hannah Forbes

We hear from Hannah Forbes, Founder of The Funding Crowd, who shares the basics of crowdfunding.

Introduction to Funding: Investor Funding with John Spindler

We hear from John Spindler, CEO and Founder of Capital Enterprise, as he shares the basics on investor funding in this short video.

Introduction to Funding: Grant Funding with Fabricio Chavarro

We hear from Fabricio Chavarro, Partner at Otravista Consulting, as he shares the basics on grant funding in this short video.

Event Replay Bitesize: Women in Innovation Series – Anne-Marie Perkins, We are Pottiagogo

Here’s a summary of the key points Anne-Marie Perkins, Founder, Pottiaggo.com (Constable Group) made about her funding journey at a recent event with Innovate UK EDGE and Barclays Eagle Labs on preparing for finance.

Event Replay Bitesize: Women in Innovation Series – Susan Lowther, Arecor Limited

Here’s a summary of the key points Susan Lowther, CFO and Company Secretary, Arecor Limited made at a recent event with Innovate UK EDGE and Barclays Eagle Labs on preparing for finance.

R&D Tax Credits Guide for Startups

The R&D tax credit incentive scheme continues to be a valuable source of funding for startups, accelerating further R&D investment and fuelling company growth. 

Guide to Government Funding for Startups

Government and regional bodies provide a variety of different funding options for innovative startups. This guide helps you to navigate which ones might be most suitable for your business and how to apply for them.

The 2021 startup funding landscape

Lindsay Duebendorfer, Investment Manager at Foresight, on the investment trends expected this year.

How Covid has changed the funding landscape for startups

VCs and founders give their views on the shifting importance of growth and profitability.

How Innovate UK can help your startup

Dr Ian Campbell, Interim Executive Chair for Innovate UK, on what financial and advisory support is available and how to access it.

What angel investors want to see in a startup’s business plan

How to write a business plan: advice from the experts.

How startups can use their intellectual property to claim R&D tax relief

Research and development tax relief is a useful tool to help startups claim cash or cut their tax bill.

Why diversity matters and how startup investors can make it happen

Tara Sabre Collier, a social and impact investor, explains how we can fight unconscious bias and why investing in diverse businesses drives better returns.

Crowdfunding: how we successfully raised funds for our startup

Daniel Ritsema, Co-founder of Cranes Drinks, explains why crowdfunding can help to launch a small business.

Why startups fail to find funding: an investor’s perspective

Tara Sabre Collier shares practical advice to help founders secure investment.

How VCs can make a positive impact on diversity

Impact X Capital is investing in underrepresented startups to create value and drive social change.

Five tips on fundraising during Covid-19

Tips and guidance from recent content created by Eagle Labs, with links to the original articles and videos if you want to learn more.

What founders need to understand about funding

Pahini Pandya and Pandu Raharja-Liu, co-founders of Panakeia, share their experience of planning for and successfully raising investment.

How to make sure your startup is ready for funding: Preparing to raise

The co-founders of medical technology startup Panakeia share their experience and advice.

Raising funding during COVID-19: managing investor valuations

Three founders - Amber Atherton of Zyper, Michelle Kennedy of Peanut and Stefano Vaccino of Yapily -  joined our panel to discuss raising funds during a crisis and the possibility of holding out for the future.

What to consider when pitching to a corporate partner

A look at the benefits for startups looking to partner with a strategic or a corporate investor, and what to consider when creating your pitch.

How startups can improve their chances of securing funding

John Spindler, CEO of Capital Enterprise, on the current funding landscape and how the Funding Readiness Programme can help.

The Eagle Labs Funding Readiness Programme: what, why and who?

A quick video guide to the free programme, powered by Capital Enterprise, that can help founders secure the funding they need.

6 ways to improve your chances when pitching and communicating with investors

Insight and advice from seasoned experts on how to sell your startup’s vision and attract investment.

Tips on planning a FinTech pitch

What you should consider when planning your pitch to investors, from articulating your vision to timing it just right.

How to deliver a pitch with impact

Find out how to deliver an unforgettable pitch from a professional presentation coach.

6 things to get right before you pitch

Angel investors explain how to prepare so that you have the best chance of success when the time comes to pitch.

What being on Dragons’ Den taught me about pitching

Lizzie Hodcroft, Co-founder of myndr, explains why self-belief and brevity are key to successful pitches.

Joost - founder funding journey so far

Robin Bennett-Freebairn, co-founder of Joost and founder of Immersive, on his funding journey to date and experience with the Capital Enterprise programme.

Investing in female founders: the angel investor’s view

Rhona Campbell explains ‘the echo effect’ and why we need more female angel investors in the market.

Angel investing: 6 ways startups can make the most of business angels

From pitching to investment and diversity, here’s some expert advice and resources for startups.

What to look for in an angel investor

Rhona Campbell, a board member of Investing Women, explains what founders should look for in an angel investor, and why seeking investment in a challenging time can be a good thing.

How the angel equity market is adapting and reacting to the current COVID-19 situation

As part of our angel focus week, Benjamin Storey tells us about the angel equity market and how it’s adapting and reacting in the response to the coronavirus pandemic.

How to find and pitch to an angel investor

Mark Dowds, Managing Director at Anthemis Group, looks at how startups can secure angel investment during the current economic climate.

Angel investing outside the Golden Triangle

Steve Holt, Director of Angels Invest Wales, explains how startups can benefit from investor expertise outside “the golden triangle”.

How investment and support can improve diversity for startups

Industry leaders explain why the current disruption could create opportunities for a fairer, more diverse startup ecosystem.

Are angels still investing?

Investor and entrepreneur Peter Cowley considers the outlook for startups looking for angel investment.

The future of fundraising after Covid-19

Founders Amber Atherton, Michelle Kennedy and Stefano Vaccino join us to discuss what the fundraising landscape might look like after the pandemic.

Understanding the angel investment landscape

Insight into how angel investors operate, plus expert views on current investment activity.

Bootstrapping your startup's way to success

There has been a recent shift back to startups bootstrapping their way to success. Learn why that will likely continue during these uncertain times and how it could be the best funding option.

Seeking early-stage investment during lockdown

Founders Amber Atherton, Michelle Kennedy and Stefano Vaccino join us to discuss how founders can approach investors during lockdown.

Ask the experts – The future of fundraising

Hear from our panel of VCs on the differences between the pre-COVID funding landscape and now, and how to re-approach the investment market.

Demystifying government grants

If you’re a founder interested in the recent grant schemes launched by the UK Government, hear from Capital Enterprise’s Darren Balcombe about what’s been announced and how to access these grants.

Raising funding during COVID-19

Three founders share their experiences of raising funding before and during the pandemic.

Valuable insights from those close to new funding arrangements

Founder Nigel Winship from People Matter on current challenges and recent comment from industry experts.

CBILS and equity funding in the current climate

Shaun Fooy, the British Business Bank’s UK network manager in the northeast, explains what businesses should consider as they weigh up taking a coronavirus loan.

11 Top Tips For Writing A Winning Grant Application

Su Weeks is a Project Manager for hardware Accelerator and coworking space, Central Research Laboratory.

Is Crowdfunding Right for You?

It’s likely that you’ve heard the word crowdfunding thrown around a lot, especially if you’re venturing into a new...

Replay: The UK Government £1.25BN package for start-ups and scale-ups – Panel session

Watch a replay of our panel session on the new government support for start-ups and scale-ups.

Unpacking the new innovation fund

As part of its support package for innovative businesses the government announced a £750m fund for companies focused on research and development

A closer look at the Future Fund proposal

Juliet Rogan, Head of High Growth and Entrepreneurs Coverage at Barclays, explains how the fund will work.

How to communicate with investors in tough times

Aimee Bateman, the founder of CareerCake, explains how to reassure and engage with investors.

Innovate UK Grant

Innovate UK Chair shares all you need to know about their new £20m ambitious technologies grant competition.

Thinking of raising now? What you need to know

The market may be tougher than usual at the moment due to the economic drag from the coronavirus pandemic but you can still fundraise.

Coronavirus crisis: crowdfunding is an option

Investment through the traditional channels could be difficult in the short-term due the effects of coronavirus on the global economy...

The Pros and Cons of Equity Funding

Chibeza Agley, CEO of OBRIZUM shares his fundraising journey.

12 Tips For Creating A Compelling Investor Pitch Deck

Nick Slater, Partner at AI Seed shares his advice on creating a pitch deck that will keep investors' attention.

An Introduction to Innovation Grant Funding

Since the early days of technology, government funding has been instrumental in funding innovation.

Thinking of Raising? Here’s What You Need To Know

Dr Chibeza Agley, Founder of Obrizum points out that his company survived for several months on revenue...

12 Top Tips For Creating A Compelling Investor Pitch Deck

As one of the Partners of AI Seed and previously Investment Manager for the London Co-Investment...

A Beginner’s Guide to Funding Rounds

Everything a first-time founder needs to know about the structure, requirements, payout amounts...

Crowdfunding at a Glance

Crowdfunding is something that you’ve more than likely heard all about. It’s essentially a highly effective...

The Pros and Cons of Grant Funding

Adam Durant, Founder of Satavia, shares his experience of grant funding.

The Pros and Cons of Equity Funding

Chibeza Agley, CEO of OBRIZUM shares his fundraising journey.

How Prowler.io raised nearly $50 million

Vishal Chatrath, CEO of Prowler.io shares his experiences of raising funding.

The Pros and Cons of Crowdfunding

Paul Shepherd, CEO of We Build Bots, talks about Crowdfunding and shares his top tips.

How to pitch for funding

At some time or another, most businesses will seek external funding...