How to apply

We require a full business plan for all applications. We cannot advise on a suggested business plan format, however, we can recommend ‘A Guide to Private Equity’ which can be viewed on the British Venture Capital Associations website in their Publications / Research section : www.bvca.co.uk

We are happy to speak to businesses prior to receiving a full business plan and can often give an indication of whether or not the proposal is suitable at this stage.

Once we receive a business plan, we will commence our appraisal process. As our finance is unsecured this process involves carrying out substantial due diligence to review the strengths and weaknesses of the business, including the management team and the financial, technical and marketing information provided to us.

Depending upon the type of business and the type of proposal, this process can take between 4 and 6 weeks. We aim to provide successful businesses with loans no later than eight weeks after receiving a full business plan.