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Growth funding that’s different by design
BGF is the UK and Ireland’s most active and dynamic investor of equity capital in growing companies, backing entrepreneurs and innovators. Our model is underpinned by a unique combination of scale, long-term capital, minority investments, breadth of coverage, and a streamlined investment process to create a real impact.
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Mark Livingstone
Pharmacy2U
£20m investment from BGF.
"With BGF’s initial investment we were able to successfully merge two of the UK’s leading online pharmacists."
Clare Roberts
Kids Planet
£26m invested since 2016.
"BGF’s support has been crucial in helping us roll-out more sites as we continue to grow."
Vikki Jackson-Smith
J&B Recycling
£7.5m investment by BGF
"We selected BGF because of its patient investment strategy, they’re in it for the long-term."
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A local partner, who knows your region
We believe that the most effective and sustainable way to generate investment activity is to build relationships with entrepreneurs on a local level. BGF’s regional investment teams operate from 16 offices – this physical infrastructure provides us with full national coverage and, importantly, proximity to local business communities.
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The BGF Talent Network, one of the largest pools of board-level non-executives in the UK and Ireland, surpassed 6,000 members in 2020. Our network is able to support companies with ad hoc advice, commercial insight and interim leadership. Each introduction is carefully researched and considered to ensure the best person for the job is put forward.
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