Finance Leadership Blog

Fundraising is a big part of any start-up or scale-up, especially when the company looks to expand, develop new products, or enter new markets.

At its core, fundraising involves obtaining capital...

Managing investors effectively is a crucial task for finance leaders in start-ups and scale-ups.

Developing these relationships can be tricky.

By ensuring open, clear communication and aligning...

Convertible Loan Notes (CLNs) have become a popular instrument for start-ups looking to raise funds, especially now, as some start-ups need to find a quick way to raise funds in between the larger...

Understanding Equity Dilution

Equity dilution occurs when a company issues new shares, reducing the ownership percentage of existing shareholders.

This is a common occurrence in start-ups,...

Equity fundraising is a key part of growing a start-ups.  It's how start-ups and scale-ups raise capital by selling shares of the company.

This method is particularly popular among fast-growth...

Creating a compelling pitch deck for a start-up is critical for obtaining capital investment.

As a finance leader, your role extends beyond crunching numbers; and you can contribute to creating a...

For start-ups extending your cashflow runway where possible is critical.  So identifying and leveraging financial opportunities is crucial.

While the UK R&D tax credit has been a...

In 2022, the venture capital landscape experienced a big shift.

With venture capital funding down by 35% and the end of near-zero interest rates, the macroeconomic environment surrounding start-ups...

In the high-stakes world of start-ups, understanding the language of your business's financial health is not just important – it's crucial for survival and growth.

Two acronyms that are...

Navigating cash runway and having enough funds to not only survive by thrive is a crucial task for founders and finance leaders, particularly when it comes to the pivotal decision of...

I don’t know about you, but now in early 2023, I’m not preparing for as many big fundraising rounds as I was this time last year.

However, I’m still preparing for top-up rounds...