Secure up to £250,000 through the Co-investment fund
Companies looking for finance
Via the East of England Co-investment Fund, we can put you in touch with investors and Business Angels who can help you maximise the potential of your business.
What is it?
If you are an eligible business (see criteria ) seeking start-up or growth finance of up to £500,000, the Fund can offer co-investment capital to help attract the full amount of investment you need.
It has been set up with money from the European Regional Development Fund and can co-invest in businesses that have secured a conditional offer of finance. Support is available to help develop your financial proposals and to introduce you to appropriate investors.
Who will benefit?
This Fund is designed for companies with viable business plans who are looking for investment capital to finance their growth plans and are keen to “team up” with a private equity investor who will often bring skills and experience as well as money. (see criteria )
How it works
If you are already in discussion with a private sector investor and think your proposition will qualify, you should contact your local Business Link Adviser immediately.
If you have not yet identified an investor or are still developing your growth/start-up proposals, our networks may be able to help you. Please contact Business Link on 08457 17 16 15.
Three key benefits for companies:
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Access to Equity Fund that is able to invest between
£25,000 - £250,000 per proposition. (a follow-on investment up to a further £250,000 can also be considered) -
Funding available for companies located in or relocating to
the East of England Objective 2 areas. (Are you in an Objective 2 area? Check here - Opens in a new window ) -
Access to private equity investors.
The Fund is managed by IQ Capital Partners LLP, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority.
Subjects covered in this guide
- Introduction
- Companies looking for finance
- Looking to invest?
- Intermediaries
- Fund criteria and investment Policy
- The stages of the investment process
