Funding Circle
VC Fund
London, United Kingdom
Funding Circle is a VC fund in London focused on Transportation and Apps. When Funding Circle was founded, they could see that businesses weren’t being given the finance to grow, while investors were making poor returns. They had a simple idea — let them support each other.By lending directly to businesses through Funding Circle, investors can now earn attractive returns to better provide for their future. Businessesget fast, easy access to funding to grow, create jobs, support local communities and drive the economy forward. They believe it’s better for everyone.
- Total investments:
- 5
- Last investment:
- Lead investor:
- 40%
- Last fund:
Last updated:
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Industries Funding Circle invests in
Stages Funding Circle invests in
Countries Funding Circle invests in
Contacts
| Name | Phone | Socials | |
|---|---|---|---|
Investment Focus
Industry
- Transportation 2 (40%)
- Apps 1 (20%)
- Rental 1 (20%)
- Fashion 1 (20%)
- Leasing 1 (20%)
Stage
- Debt Financing 4 (80%)
- Seed 1 (20%)
Team
| Name | Title | Investments | Links | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
David Yu
Chief Product Officer
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Chief Product Officer | Total investments: 1 | Find email | |
Ed Wray
Director & Non-executive Director
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Director & Non-executive Director | Total investments: 12 | Find email | |
Jerome Le Luel
Chief Risk Officer
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Chief Risk Officer | Total investments: 0 | Find email | |
Sachin Patel
Chief Capital Officer
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Chief Capital Officer | Total investments: 0 | Find email | |
Geoffrey D Fink
Angel Investor
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Angel Investor | Total investments: 1 | Find email | |
| See all 6 team members → | ||||
Investments
| Company | Description | Round | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
Premier Roof Systems
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Premier Roof Systems offer design, manufacture, supply and installation services for Conservatory Roofs, Roof Lanterns, Roof Windows, Windows and Doors to both trade and domestic. | $309.6K / Debt Financing / Jun 15, 2020 | |
UrbanThings
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UrbanThings creates public transport technology solutions to enable Mobility as a Service. (MaaS). This helps cities and operators make services efficient, effortless and sustainable for everyone. | $556K / Seed / May 01, 2018 | |
121 Rental
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121 Rental is an independent vehicle hire start-up, we have created a hub for individuals to earn money on their vehicles. We deliver and collect vehicles in and around the London area and have acquired a fleet of high demand vehicles. Our network is ever growing with access to over 250 prestige and fleet cars, supplying daily rental or vehicleleasing to retail and business-to-business users. We regulate prices from car owners and ensure that our rates are up-to 25% lower than other independent car rental providers. 121 Rental thrives on providing an excellent service, competitive pricing and ensuring vehicles are delivered to any desired location in the City. 121 Rental will soon become a marketplace allowing vendors to list their vehicle. Hirer’s will have 24 hours unrestricted access using our pick-up or delivery services and will enable hirer’s to track their orders in real-time. | $65K / Debt Financing / Apr 01, 2017 | |
WIFIPLUG
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WIFIPLUG is an app controlled smart plug and smart light switch that enables you to control your lights & devices remotely.They are the first 2 pioneers 2 patents with regards to saving money automatically and securing the home using Machine Learning.They are the first company to work with all the major voice platforms including, AppleHomeKit, Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant and IFTTT.The only smart plug with open source API for simple easy integration with B2BWIFIPLUG is based in Leeds, United Kingdom & has an office in St.Louis, USA. | $66K / Debt Financing / Mar 01, 2017 | |
Indigo Clothing
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London based t-shirt printing and promotional clothing agencyIndigo Clothing produces customised clothing such as tshirts, hoodies, polo shirts and staff uniform for a wide range of clients, both large and small.Using screen printing, embroidery or DTG techniques, Indigo can add your logo or design onto 1000s of different products.Indigo has a industry leading website full of useful guides and transparent pricing as well as maintaining a fun, fashion blog. | $26K / Debt Financing / Aug 01, 2010 |
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FAQ
What does Funding Circle invest in?
Funding Circle invests primarily in Transportation, Apps and Rental startups, most often at Debt Financing and Seed stage. Most of the 5 investments tracked by Shizune back companies in United Kingdom. The Investment Focus section breaks down every industry, stage and country in the portfolio.
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Who are the partners at Funding Circle?
The team at Funding Circle includes David Yu (Chief Product Officer), Ed Wray (Director & Non-executive Director) and Jerome Le Luel (Chief Risk Officer), among 6 team members tracked by Shizune. The Team section lists each member with their title, investment count and links.
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