
Finance Birmingham
Description
Finance Birmingham is a prominent alternative investment fund manager headquartered in Birmingham, United Kingdom, with a dedicated focus on bolstering the economic landscape of the West Midlands region. Operating as a key financial enabler, the firm specializes in providing accessible and flexible funding solutions to Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs). Its core mission revolves around fostering regional growth, supporting job creation, and addressing the funding gaps often faced by businesses within its geographical remit.
The firm manages a diverse portfolio of funds, often in collaboration with public sector entities such as the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) and the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). Among its primary offerings are the West Midlands Small Business Loans Fund and the West Midlands Co-Investment Fund. The Small Business Loans Fund is designed to support smaller enterprises, typically providing loans ranging from £10,000 to £100,000. For businesses requiring more substantial capital, the Co-Investment Fund offers larger loans, generally spanning from £100,000 up to £2,000,000. These varied fund structures allow Finance Birmingham to cater to a broad spectrum of business needs, from early-stage growth to significant expansion projects.
Finance Birmingham's strategic importance extends beyond direct capital provision; it acts as a catalyst for private sector investment and regional development. Through its various initiatives, the firm has played a crucial role in injecting significant capital into the West Midlands economy. For instance, by 2017, Finance Birmingham had reportedly invested over £100 million into businesses across the West Midlands, demonstrating its substantial impact. Its commitment to leveraging public funds to unlock private investment underscores its long-term vision for sustainable economic prosperity in the region.
Investor Profile
Finance Birmingham has backed more than 23 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 14 rounds, about 61% of its total and boasts 6 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series Unknown, Seed, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United Kingdom, United States.
- Strong thematic focus on Manufacturing, Software, Information Technology.
- Typical check size: $12.7K – $2.5M.
Stage Focus
- Series Unknown (70%)
- Seed (17%)
- Series A (4%)
- Pre Seed (4%)
- Series D (4%)
Country Focus
- United Kingdom (96%)
- United States (4%)
Industry Focus
- Manufacturing
- Software
- Information Technology
- Education
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Automotive
- Data Center
- Information Services
- Consulting
- Training
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