VentureFounders raises £1.8m to expand its equity crowdfunding platform.
The UK start-up has also appointed former Dyson CEO Martin McCourt as chairman.
VentureFounders operates an equity crowdfunding platform that connects early stage businesses with investors.
Early stage equity crowdfunding platform VentureFounders has secured £1.8m in new investment to support its ongoing expansion.
Launched in 2014, the company focuses on connecting high growth start-ups with finance while maintaining a selective due diligence process. The platform has facilitated £20m across ten companies to date.
The business has also appointed former Dyson chief executive Martin McCourt as its new chairman.
From the founder
"This injection of capital will allow us to realise our expansion plans and we are thrilled to appoint McCourt as chairman. He has been a fantastic supporter of the business and brings considerable leadership skills to the table."
James Codling
Co-founder at VentureFounders
Use of funds
- 01Expand into international markets
- 02Fund the next phase of growth
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VentureFounders
VentureFounders operates an equity crowdfunding platform connecting early stage businesses with investors.