Channel 4

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Channel 4 is a British TV broadcaster that operates a Commercial Growth Fund offering high-growth digital companies commercial network airtime in exchange for equity.

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TravelLocal

TravelLocal provides an online marketplace connecting travellers directly with local experts for bespoke holidays.

Team

Vinay Solanki

Head of Commercial Growth Fund

Vinay brings investor and operating experience from Channel 4 Ventures, Getty Images, and Liberty Global. He also serves as an angel investor and board advisor.

Victoria Gillespie

Victoria brings communications and media strategy experience from roles at X, Snap Inc., and Channel 4.

Recent investments

Other21 August 2019

£8.0M

TravelLocal secures investment from Channel 4 alongside existing backers Active Partners and Gresham House Ventures to expand its television advertising reach.

TravelTech

Channel 4 backs TravelLocal through its Commercial Growth Fund alongside existing investors Active Partners and Gresham House Ventures.

"We are in an exciting period of growth at TravelLocal and are delighted to have Channel 4 join us as an investor. Our new TV ad has delivered great success so far and we’re excited about expanding the campaign to gain maximum exposure for our unique tailor-made holiday offering. We strongly believe that booking bespoke holidays with our handpicked, trusted local partners delivers the best holiday experience for our clients, as well as being fairer to these hidden stars of our industry."

— Tom Stapleton, CEO

TravelLocal—Berlin, Germany

Active Partners + 2 others