Tony Wood

🚀 From Challenges to Growth: Hampshire Party Pods' Journey When Hampshire Party Pods needed funding for a bespoke marquee, the challenges were steep: post-COVID financial struggles, limited capital, and complex procurement. But through tailored asset finance, Branta made the impossible possible. Emma Warr, Director of Hampshire Party Pods, shared: “The team at Branta truly went above and beyond to help us secure the financing we needed for our new marquee. Their expertise and determination turned what seemed like an impossible task into a reality.” Now, Hampshire Party Pods is set for growth, offering unique experiences to their clients. Could asset finance help your business move forward? https://lnkd.in/g4uMt_gj

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The FCA recently announced it is taking targeted action against 'finfluencers' advertising financial services and products illegally on social media. Whilst there is a place for good quality educational content the rise in misinformation on social channels is concerning. Yet it's accessible and digestible format is gaining traction with a younger audience who are looking for clarity in an often confusing financial landscape. 💡 In our latest report; Reshaping Lending: What it takes to engage Gen Z borrowers we take a look at the levels of financial education in younger borrowers and explore how lenders can best support this demographic. ➡️ Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eiqUFFen #genz #borrowers #lending

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Get social! 🗣 For small businesses in the UK, engaging with the local community through social events can be a game-changer. Whether you’re a brand new enterprise or an established local favourite, these events offer a unique way to strengthen your brand, connect with customers and boost business. #BusinessTips #BusinessNews #SocialEvents #SmallBusiness

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We talk a lot about the value of #PerformancePR, but what exactly does it mean? 🤔 At the heart of Performance PR is a commitment to fixed outcomes for fixed fees. If agreed targets aren’t met, clients get their money back. It’s a cast-iron agreement that offers peace of mind to our customers. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/dWMEptrV #TechPR #B2BTechPR

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Recent macroeconomic events and trends have seen higher engagement with an increase of cash investment products, placing more pressure on your retention and communication strategies. With input from 6,486 nationally representative adults, with segmentation and analysis and dedicated sections on Consumer Duty, the Online Investing Report 2024 can help reinforce your consumer engagement programmes. https://lnkd.in/ekR9fSH2

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We've recently been reflecting on some of the impactful work that we've delivered. Today we wanted to put the spotlight on our journey with Manchester based financial advisory firm, Chase de Vere. 🔦 In 2020, Chase de Vere came to us with a need to expand their creative resource to take their marketing to the next level. The relationship began with a traditional consultancy project, allowing us to provide clarity and guidance around customer journey and business needs. Once the foundations were set, we delivered training workshops to equip and empower the internal Chase de Vere teams across SEO, copywriting and Google Analytics. We then created and facilitated a multi-channel campaign as CdV launched a new suitable investment service, bringing this to life across email, social, content, paid media and landing pages. Last year, we led a subtle yet impactful brand refresh, helping Chase de Vere to evolve for their 50th anniversary. With a beautiful new brand, this year has been all about tightening up their digital presence - we're currently working on a huge website project, so watch this space for the big reveal! The success of these projects is testament to the trusted and transparent relationship that we have with the CdV team. Our ways of working are clearly defined, with collaboration at the heart of it. Read more about our journey here: https://loom.ly/rg4L17c #marketing #clientrelationships #marketingstrategy #marketingconsultancy #casestudy

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In the latest impact report from @Responsible Finance CDFIs lent a record £287m, filling gaps in finance for vulnerable households and viable businesses and social enterprises that are not able to access mainstream finance. CDFIs have grown from lending of £9.2m in 2003 to operating at 31 times this scale in 2023. Since 2003 CDFIs have lent a total of £3.3bn and supported 848,000 customers. You can find out more about CDFIs’ impact in the @Responsible Finance Impact Report: https://lnkd.in/eWSFydQ2 #RipplesToWaves #ResponsibleFinance #CDFIs

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Unlock the potential of SMEs with FOLK2FOLK! Discover how investing in small businesses can drive innovation, support communities, and secure your financial future. Join us in helping to create a prosperous future for regional UK. Read more: https://bit.ly/3ymJPqN #SMEInvestment #EconomicGrowth #FOLK2FOLK

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🌟 What makes a Consumer Duty-friendly investment solution? It's not about ticking boxes; it's about tailored solutions that meet consumer needs. Dive into the principles-based approach shaping investments today: https://lnkd.in/eTjTjGRv 📈 #ConsumerDuty #InvestmentSolution

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#SMEs are thinking more strategically as they plan for business growth as new sources of #funding are increasingly available. Read our guide on funding & investing for financial directors here: https://lnkd.in/eBe7PCQ7 #Business #Finance #Thrive

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📣Just published: UK Consumer Confidence improves two points in April to -19. Four measures were up and one stayed the same versus last month’s announcement. There was a welcome repeat of the March +2 score for how consumers feel about their personal finances in the next 12 months. While the Overall Index Score remains negative, all of the underlying five measures this April are significantly better than last April. Read the full story https://lnkd.in/eCBKQzfu #ccb #UKConsumerConfidence

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#Ad London's Leading Light in Social Finance! Delve into how London's diverse and dynamic social finance ecosystem is supporting groundbreaking social and environmental projects. Dive deeper ➡️ https://loom.ly/ymntdR8 #LondonLeads #SocialFinance Good Finance UK

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Community Development Finance Institutions (CDFIs) have turned ripples of finance into waves of change for businesses and social enterprises across the UK. They provided opportunity and built resilience for disadvantaged communities and those excluded from mainstream finance. In 2023, their lending hit a record high of £287 million: CDFIs now operate at 31 times the scale they did in 2003, when the sector lent £9.2 million. Their achievements reflect their ability to fill widening needs for the right finance at the right time. Here’s what CDFIs achieved in 2023: 🤝 Supported 4,546 start-ups and SMEs with £102m of loans. 💼 12,135 jobs were created or safeguarded.  ⭐️ 371 social enterprises were supported with £119m of loans. Read more about CDFIs’ impact, plus lots of customer stories in Responsible Finance's latest impact report, out today: 👇 https://lnkd.in/eWSFydQ2 #RipplesToWaves #ResponsibleFinance #CDFIs #SocInv #SocEnt #Charity #Funding #Investment #SocialInvestment #HeritageImpactFund

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Looking for social investment? Look no further than the Good Finance UK Investor Directory Featuring 100+ investors and funds, this is a brilliant tool to support you in starting your search. You can filter your search by location, amount required, type and impact area to find the individual or organisation aligned with your values 👉 https://lnkd.in/eVE6dye

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The NACFB is pleased to support the British Business Bank’s Community ENABLE Funding initiative, aimed at expanding access to debt finance for smaller businesses through social impact lenders. The scheme will primarily support Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs), with up to £150 million of lending expected over the next two years. NACFB CEO, Jim Higginbotham, said: “This new scheme is a welcome initiative that will further reduce barriers to finance and ensure continued support for underserved businesses across the UK.” Find out more about the programme here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dAymWRZ7 #CDFIs #BritishBusinessBank #DebtFinance #SMEs

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In the latest Pegasus Insights report, we look at how the BTL barometer breaks down how portfolios are stacking up in the current economic climate. Read our blog here:📰💻 https://bit.ly/4bOXzsU | For intermediaries only

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Atom Bank plants roots for climate positivity Durham-headquartered Atom Bank, the UK’s first app-based bank, has purchased 25 acres of woodland to offset all its operational emissions since it was founded in 2014, with bosses promising “to do more” and “the right thing” to “demonstrate real leadership for the sector”. Read more > https://lnkd.in/ewSXwDjp

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🌡️🌎 Is your Bank funding the climate crisis? Bank.Green recently shared a first-of-its-kind climate performance ranking of 103 banks and building societies across the UK. ✅ We're proud to have been rated 'Great' in their 2024 UK Banks League Table. We haven't funded fossil fuels for over 30 years. Find out more about what Bank.Green found in their analysis here: https://lnkd.in/eC9EYQ-Z #EthicalThenNowAndAlways | #FossilFuels | #ClimateCrisis

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We welcomed David Murray to talk to our founders community about the changes to UK Grants, headlines as follows - 1. Innovate UK funding is ring fenced until April 2025 2. National Wealth fund - to attract investment 3. Other funds may differ but Govt spending will likely change 4. Typically grants increase in funding 5. Many grants postponed until after July 2024 - aside from SBRI 6. IUK has a new CEO – could be a shift to more regionally focused grants 7. Farming/Cleantech/Greentech/Space/international collaboration/Medtech the hot topics The Startup 2 Standup Compass

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