PRESS RELEASE: ‘fund:AI’ will focus specifically on early-stage, high growth artificial intelligence (“AI”), machine learning and data science investment opportunities within the North of the UK. Northern data science Small and Medium Enterprises (“SMEs”) are underserved by venture capital, despite the North containing multiple centres of AI excellence and producing Data-led Unicorns. With the UK […]

PRESS RELEASE: Premium North-West based sports and fitness brand Built for Athletes has secured a significant seven-figure equity injection from River Capital, fuelling future growth ambitions. Built For Athletes was founded in 2018 by Nick Costello, with brother Danny Costello joining the business shortly after. Since launching the business, which designs stylish, functional and durable […]

PRESS RELEASE: Liverpool-based eCommerce agency, Velstar announces it has acquired Chester-based marketing agency, We Influence, to bolster service offering and drive further growth. The acquisition, which was supported by Liverpool fund manager, River Capital, with a significant investment from its recently announced Business Growth Loan Fund, will blend the technical knowledge and eCommerce expertise of […]

PRESS RELEASE: North West fund manager River Capital, has announced the launch of a new £8m fund which will provide loans of up to £300,000 to support SMEs throughout the North West, with a particular focus on the Liverpool City Region. Having recently refreshed its identity and as part of its ongoing growth strategy, the […]

PRESS RELEASE: Following the company’s recent re-brand and relocation to new offices, North West fund manager River Capital continues to invest in its growing team with a series of recent hires and promotions. David Walters has been promoted to Investment Director in the Venture team, where he will focus on River Capital’s growing data and […]

INSIGHT: Second year university student, Ben Foster, recently completed a work experience placement with River Capital. We sat down with Ben and spoke to him about his time spent with us: Ben, said: “I am keen to pursue a career in finance and my time at River Capital has served to reaffirm that desire. Helping […]

PRESS RELEASE: Liverpool-based hospitality PR & marketing business, Nineteen Agency, has secured £25,000 funding from NPIF– GC & River Microfinance, which is managed by River Capital in partnership with GC Business Finance as part of the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund (NPIF) Paul Humphray, River Capital Investment Director, said: “We are pleased to support Anna and […]

PRESS RELEASE: River Capital CEO Mark Borzomato said: “I’m genuinely excited for the future of River Capital. The repositioning provides a framework for us to expand the funds we manage and better meet the needs of businesses. Our core market, SMEs, remain the backbone of the UK economy, accounting for over 60% of employment and […]

PRESS RELEASE: Sue Chambers, MSIF Investment Manager added: “It has been great working with Vahid. He is passionate about reducing the use of single-use plastics and Green Bell’s biobag products are a game changer and have huge potential for…” Green Bell Packaging Limited receives Northern Powerhouse Investment Funding to further support their mission of providing […]

PRESS RELEASE: Software specialists Carebeans complete equity investment to help fund growth and acquisition strategy David Walters, Investment Manager for AFM/MSIF commented: “It was clear to the investment team how innovative the software platform is in supporting carers, people receiving care and their families at a time when care in the UK has never been […]

PRESS RELEASE: Liverpool-based nutritional snack company Nutry Nuts has received a healthy cash injection as it looks to further expand its product range and sales reach. Sue Chambers, MSIF Investment Manager added: “We are delighted to have been able to support Tamas and Mario with their expansion. The brothers were great to work with and […]

PRESS RELEASE: Knowsley based manufacturer Surface Transforms PLC has completed the drawdown of a seven figure loan through the Liverpool City Region Flexible Growth Fund. Jeff Cummins, Investment Manager said: “It’s been great to be able to support a business in such a positive way, bearing in mind the difficulties that many businesses have had […]