DSW Ventures has led a pre-seed round into Manchester-based mobile commerce innovator TheNextLevel.
"DSW Ventures' investment process was instrumental in helping us refine our commercial strategy. Their experience and guidance have been invaluable, and we're thrilled to have them and Elizabeth on board as we look to grow our team and set a firm foundation for scalable growth. Our partnership with Offlane and Oscar Piastri is fantastic validation of our platform and the potential that Community Commerce holds for brands to build meaningful connections with their audiences."
The investment round was led by Soulmates Ventures to support the company's global growth and U.S. presence.
"Our mission has always been to bridge the gap between technology and education, ensuring that every child, regardless of background, has access to quality STEM education"
The artificial intelligence investment platform has raised £350k through the fundraising platform Fundmypitch.
"The Fundmypitch platform has been brilliant for us. From the moment we were on the platform, we had introductions to investors and clients. As well as helping us secure investment, we’ve got lots of ongoing relationships that will transform our business in the future."
Guinness Ventures led the Series B round alongside participants including Scottish Enterprise, Growthdeck, and Virgin Money.
"This investment accelerates our mission to delivergame improvement technology to 60 million golfers around the world. Throughout 2024 we plan to invest in infrastructure across the USA to support our retail and distribution partners. Golfers globally love our GPS, rangefinder and shot tracking technology, having sold products in 160 different countries worldwide in 2023. Golf has experienced a huge change in the past 5 years, people of all ages and demographics love the sport. With Shot Scope golfers can improve quickly and enjoy the game they love even more."
The seed round was co-led by Ascension and Cornerstone to fund product development and company expansion.
"Over my 15 years in the wealth management space, I’ve seen the stark contrast between those who can afford continuous financial advice and the majority who cannot. This inspired me to create a solution accessible to everyone, regardless of their financial status. Jarvis is designed to provide clarity and empower individuals to enjoy their lives now while planning effectively for the future. Traditional advice often centres on saving for a rainy day, but we understand that people want to live fulfilling lives today. Our platform helps users balance current enjoyment with future security. This investment will support our continued growth as we integrate with the broader ecosystem."
