NEL Fund Managers Limited

Today marks an exciting new chapter for NEL Fund Managers Limited as we unveil our new brand identity. Since being founded in 1989, NEL has grown and evolved but always with a commitment to empowering business growth through solutions-focused finance. As we enter a new phase of growth and opportunity, this rebrand represents our ambition to keep moving forward, providing exceptional solutions, and creating lasting impact for everyone we work with. Thank you to the NEL team, our investors, professional network, business community and everyone else who has been part of our journey so far. Here’s to the future! #NEL #YourPartnertoaProsperousFuture Check out our new website and let us know what you think – www.nel.co.uk

Congratulations to Veronica Swindale FCIM MCIPR NESMA and the team at @nesma on securing the investment the company needed to capitalise on its creative expansion plans. The investment from the NPIF II - NEL Smaller Loans Fund, manager by NEL Fund Managers Limited, will enable the #Newcastle based marketing training firm to launch its SkillsPartner programme, bring in more specialised staff to create new content and courses, streamline delivery and enter the many different markets available to it. nesma is also looking to double its revenue year on year over the next 5 years. https://lnkd.in/e-23R6vq 📷 photo credit: Simon Williams Victoria Joule (née Scarisbrick) Richardson Invest Newcastle Newcastle City Council British Business Bank North of England North East Chamber of Commerce Helen Huitson

Thank you to everyone who joined us at our Stockton Drinks Event last week. It was great to see so many of you there and to hear about the exciting developments and activities driving growth across the Tees Valley region. Since opening our Stockton office and expanding our presence in Tees Valley, we’ve been overwhelmed by the enthusiasm and support. Our first investment from the NPIF II – NEL Debt Finance Fund into Southern Asset Management marked a significant milestone, and we look forward to announcing even more investments here as we continue our drive to support Tees Valley business growth. If you’d like to hear more about the funds we’re currently investing across the North East and Tees Valley, please get in touch. With special thanks to The Link at The Globe Theatre #Stockton for hosting us. A fantastic venue! Tees Valley Combined Authority Tees Valley Business Club Business Tees Valley British Business Bank North of England North East Chamber of Commerce

Looking to take the next step in your marketing career? NEL is recruiting! NEL Fund Managers Limited has recently launched two new Funds with a mandate to invest £30m into North East based businesses over the next 5 years and our clear aim is to scale and develop the business further, providing opportunities for career advancement. As part of our growth strategy we are looking to strengthen the marketing team with the recruitment of an experienced Marketing Executive - https://lnkd.in/etGDntmQ Closing date is 20 November 2024.

We're delighted to announce that NEL Fund Managers Limited has made the first Tees Valley investment from the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II. The six-figure investment has been made into #Stockton based Southern Asset Management to support expansion into new markets, including onshore wind turbine testing and rail sectors, to aid in the UK’s green energy transition. The investment will also be used to upskill and expand the firm’s current workforce from 13 to 17 employees, with a particular focus on recruiting and training young talent. Congratulations to Steve Southern and the team at SAM! https://lnkd.in/eENFYiAh British Business Bank North of England; North East Chamber of Commerce; Helen Huitson; North East Growth Hub; Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council; Tees Valley Combined Authority; Tees Valley Business Club

NEL's Susan Snowdon will be on the panel at next months Insider Media Funding for Growth Forum. Join us to hear more about the British Business Bank North of England Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II and the finance solutions it can offer growing businesses in the North East and Tees Valley. You'll also hear first hand from businesses like NEL investee B7 | Marketing Agency who've accessed this finance to accelerate their growth plans and take them to the next level Register now to secure your place- https://lnkd.in/ds6UmxuC

Stunning view of the sun rising over #Newcastle yesterday morning at our Roundtable Event on maximising cashflow for business growth. We were joined by visionary leaders across multiple sectors wanting to discuss the challenges they face and offering tried and tested strategies for success. We look forward to reporting on some of the key topics and proven solutions discussed in due course. Thank you to Nickie Kilkenny and the Natwest Accelerator for hosting us, and to Deep North for providing the delicious donuts and coffee. Just what we needed! 🍩☕

Take a look at our latest Q&A 👀 Mike Guellard, senior investment executive at NEL Fund Managers discusses the vital role of funds such as the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II (NPIF II) in the North East. He also offers his expert perspective on why the region is particularly well-positioned for investment and highlights the factors that make it a prime target for growth. If you'd like to discuss finance options for your growing business, please get in touch. https://lnkd.in/eQqxnR5Z

Congratulations to Rachel Richardson Andrew Richardson and the whole team at NEL investee company Troo, on being named Fastest Growing Small Business for 2024 at the Ward Hadaway North East Fastest 50 Awards! 🏆

Congratulations to Peter Moody of NEL investee company GAP Group North East Ltd who has won The ESG Award as part of The LDC Top 50 Most Ambitious Business Leaders for 2024! Fantastic achievement Peter, well done to you and the team!