£642K
Bethnal Green Ventures led the pre-seed round, with participation from SFC Capital, SCE Freiraum Ventures, Cranfield University Seed Fund, and Benjamin Manwaring, to accelerate product development and scale pilot projects.
Bethnal Green Ventures
Venture CapitalBethnal Green Ventures operates as a prominent early-stage venture capital firm in Europe focusing on technology designed to generate social and environmental impact. Since 2012, the firm has backed dozens of ventures aimed at improving millions of lives worldwide.
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By category
- HealthTech£11.5M
- AgriTech£2.4M
- AI/ML£1.7M
- FinTech£710K
- CleanTech£500K
- Other£350K
By location
- London£13.6M
- Bristol£2.4M
- Newcastle upon Tyne£710K
- United Kingdom£500K
Portfolio companies
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Legacy Compass
Legacy Compass simplifies end-of-life planning through digital tools and emotional intelligence.
LettUs Grow
LettUs Grow builds indoor farming technology and management software for sustainable agriculture.
Noggin HQ
Noggin HQ builds financial technology to improve credit access for underserved UK consumers.
Oto
Oto provides a mobile app and digital therapy solution for managing tinnitus.
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PreActiv
PreActiv provides a digital platform that delivers tailored prehabilitation programmes for surgical patients.
Second Nature
Second Nature provides a digital health platform that combines expert coaching and tracking tools to promote healthy lifestyle changes.
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Spokesafe
Spokesafe provides digital platforms and smart lockers to solve urban cycle parking shortages.
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TaskHer
TaskHer is a digital platform connecting homeowners with verified tradeswomen.
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VoltShare
VoltShare provides electric vehicle charging solutions designed for the hospitality sector.
Vouchsafe
Vouchsafe provides an inclusive identity verification platform that helps organisations onboard users without traditional photo identification.
ZERØTEC
ZERØTEC uses artificial intelligence to optimise textile pattern design and reduce waste in clothing production.
Team
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Nelly Lavielle
Investment Principal
Nelly is an Investment Principal at Bethnal Green Ventures, where she previously served as Portfolio Manager. Her earlier experience includes a role as Marketing Project Manager at Genymobile.
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Dama Sathianathan
Partner
Dama is a partner at Bethnal Green Ventures and serves as a board trustee at CHAYN. She also brings governance experience from her role on the steering committee at VentureESG.
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Paul Miller
Lead Investor
Paul is the managing partner and CEO at Bethnal Green Ventures, where he also acts as lead investor. He previously founded School of Everything and held research and policy roles at Demos and Forum for the Future.
LinkedInRecent investments
£60.0K
The London startup has raised £60k from Bethnal Green Ventures to develop its AI capabilities and expand corporate partnerships.
"This funding is a transformative moment for Legacy Compass. End-of-life planning is often met with avoidance, but it should be an opportunity to reflect, connect, and prepare with clarity. With Bethnal Green Ventures’ support, we are one step closer to making this process accessible, empowering, and human-centered for individuals and families worldwide."
£1.0M
The oversubscribed round was led by Bethnal Green Ventures with participation from a group of specialist investors and angels.
"Vouchsafe was one of the standout successes of the CivTech programme, tackling a challenge that affects millions. Their approach to identity verification is a game-changer, making it easier, faster, and more cost-effective for public services to reach those who need them most. This funding is a testament to the impact they are already making, and I’m excited to see how they scale their work to help even more people access vital services."
£500K
Exceptional Ventures led the pre-seed round, with participation from Bethnal Green Ventures and Angel Academe.
"We are thrilled to partner with Rebecca and Alec on PreActiv’s journey to revolutionise the prehabilitation space. Their scalable, evidence-based programmes significantly reduce surgical complications and accelerate recovery, offering a cost-effective solution to the £14 billion burden on the NHS. PreActiv’s integration of patient data, support networks, and educational resources makes it a promising innovation in improving surgical outcomes and long-term health."
£500K
The pre seed round was led by SFC Capital with backing from institutional funds and angel investors.
"We are thrilled to be partnering with Bethnal Green Ventures, the London Co-investment Fund, and the Start-up Funding Club, Copa Ventures and likeminded Angel Investors."
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