Seed15 February 2021

Veopolis secures £300k seed funding from Solid Bond Venture Builder and Innovate UK

Manchester-based sustainable marketplace Veopolis raises £300k from Solid Bond Venture Builder and Innovate UK.

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Veopolis operates a curated sustainable e-commerce marketplace connecting consumers with independent brands and artisans. Based in Manchester, the company promotes ethical shopping choices across lifestyle categories.

Manchester sustainable e-commerce platform Veopolis has secured £300k in seed funding to support its ongoing expansion. The investment comprises £150k from Solid Bond Venture Builder alongside matched grant funding from Innovate UK delivered via the Regional Angel Investment Accelerator programme.

The fresh capital will be directed towards platform technology development, marketing initiatives, operational scaling, and team growth. Veopolis currently hosts over 300 independent brands that meet strict environmental and ethical standards.

Investor perspective

"We’re delighted to support Veo in securing this funding. The RAIA project is focussed on helping innovative North businesses secure finance for growth by attracting co-investment from Angels. Manchester and the wider North are a hotbed of innovation, and I’m delighted we’ve been able to help another disruptive business grow their offer and reach new markets."