Playfair Capital led the pre-seed round, which will fund ongoing recruitment and business development.
"The lockdown gave us all time to reflect and Heka was born in the midst of the crisis. We realised that our mission was to inspire and equip people no matter where they are based to be balanced and happy, and give them a reason to smile every day"
The mental health platform secured backing from the government agency to advance its technology and expand its team.
"We’re incredibly honoured and proud to have received this grant. Most of the funds will be used towards further development and content for the app as we have high expectations to deliver a platform that is contextually smart as well as impactful with practical, actionable steps and content."
The gym management software provider has obtained a debt package from NPIF - FW Capital Debt Finance.
"I was working as a personal trainer and thought about how I could engage with my clients more efficiently and grow the number of people I was training. I knew I could do better than emails and bits of paper and came up with the idea of an app."
The investment round was led by London Business Angels to support international growth and product development.
"We are delighted that such an experienced group of investors have backed StepJockey’s expansion. The new capital will allow us to bring our evidence-based and uniquely inclusive wellness intervention to many thousands of desk-bound office workers in the UK and around the world"