Midven's Exceed Fund backs Leamington Spa-based software provider Webmoco in a multi-tranche deal.
"Though we have made substantial progress in developing the software product, we are now keen to move at a pace which suits our ambitions, and this funding is necessary to help us do that. The software platform has many benefits improving efficiency and transparency, and can be used across all devices and is intended to replace paper-based systems."
A syndicate of members from Angel Academe has backed the renewable energy investment platform.
"We started with a simple idea – to link communities and individuals with Renewable Energy Projects and make it possible for everyone to share in the benefits of clean energy production."
The food business raised £1m from 283 investors via Crowdcube in less than 36 hours.
"We’re thrilled that the River Cottage Bond was so well received by investors. I am a huge advocate of crowdfunding and this new innovation from Crowdcube helps reduce the cost and complexity of raising finance and provides an effective way for more established brands, like River Cottage, to raise growth funding without the banks."
— Rob Love, Co-founder and Joint Managing Director
The storage company secured backing from venture capital firm DN Capital alongside retail investors to fund expansion.
"It shows that VCs as well as other institutional investors can invest alongside the crowd and reinforces the fact that crowdfunding is now a seriously credible and viable funding platform."