Tagged: crowdcube

February 26, 2016 @ 8:09 am By JD Alois  |  

Crowdcube Spain has announced that is has received Catalan government accreditation from the Ministry of Business and Knowledge (ACCIÓ) as a quality platform for alternative funding. Crowdcube Spain is affiliated with Crowdcube UK – the largest investment crowdfunding platform in Great Britain. Since 2014, the… Read More

February 25, 2016 @ 9:24 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

On Wednesday, equity crowdfunding platform Crowdcube celebrated the winners of its 2015 awards. The annual event honors many businesses that have funded through the UK portal (which is also celebrating it fifth birthday). The Crowdcube crew previously stated: “The categories range from ‘Pitch of the Year’ and ‘Coolest Brand… Read More

February 23, 2016 @ 3:19 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

Earlier this month, Droplet, a fee-free mobile payment app startup, has launched its second equity crowdfunding campaign on Crowdcube with a mission to raise an additional £450,000 for its expansion plans. Nearly one year ago, the company successfully secured £549,020 from 298 investors. Now CEO, Steffan Aquarone is… Read More

February 23, 2016 @ 12:06 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

Following eMoov’s highly successful campaign on Crowdcube, CEO and founder of #FundedClub member, Russell Quirk, revealed to the UK-based equity crowdfunding platform more details as to why it decided to go with the funding method. While explaining what inspired him to launch the campaign, Quirk… Read More

February 22, 2016 @ 12:02 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

Pact Coffee, a London-based coffee company, has launched an equity crowdfunding campaign on Crowdcube to raise £1 million as it begins to expand to other markets. The brand, which was founded by Stephen Rapoport in 2012, has reportedly been backed by some of European’s leading venture… Read More

February 21, 2016 @ 9:16 pm By JD Alois  |  

Piers Linney, a former Dragon’s Den star who left the popular show last year after 2 seasons, has invested in the Dirt Factory – UKs first indoor BMX/Mountain bike park. Dirt Factory easily topped its £300,000 funding target and stands at over £346,000 today.  … Read More

February 20, 2016 @ 11:34 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

Earlier this week, equity crowdfunding platform Crowdcube shared details about #FundedClub member Pip & Nut and its success. The portal stated: “We love seeing great businesses doing great things, thanks to the backing of the crowd and Pip & Nut is no exception to this…. Read More

February 19, 2016 @ 3:27 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

Last month, UK-based Red Squirrel Brewing Co. launched an equity crowdfunding campaign on Crowdcube with a mission to raise £500,000. During its run on the portal, the company has overfunded and has decided to extend its funding round. Red Squirrel, which was founded in 2010 by Greg… Read More

February 19, 2016 @ 2:15 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

On Thursday, Business Insider UK announced its 100 Coolest People in UK Tech list. Among those who were named were CEO of Funding Circle Samir Desai, CEO/co-founder of Seedrs Jeff Lynn and Crowdcube co-founders Luke Lang and Darren Westlake. Sharing details about the list, the media outlet revealed:… Read More

February 18, 2016 @ 4:18 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

Crowdcube co-founder and CEO Darren Westlake recently shared his thoughts on crowdfunding, including several myths and misconceptions. While revealing the truth behind the myths, Westlake stated: “Myths exist in every aspect of business life and our industry is no different. Our job is to set… Read More

February 17, 2016 @ 2:25 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

On Wednesday, The Guardian announced the top 10 craft pubs that are located in South London. Of the various pubs was Crowdcube success and #FundedClub member, UBrew. Back in January 2015, UBrew took to the UK-based equity crowdfunding platform to raise £75,000 so that it may… Read More

February 17, 2016 @ 12:01 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

Earlier this month, preserve masterminds of The London Jam Factory have launched an equity crowdfunding campaign on Crowdcube to raise £130,000. The award winning jam manufacturer, which was founded two years ago, revealed that it was created when founder Pierre-Louis Phelipot’s mother gave him her copper preserving pan. With… Read More

February 16, 2016 @ 2:00 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

Back in November, UK’s equity crowdfunding platform, Crowdcube announced it has formed a new partnership with Amazon Launchpad, a new programme that will bring innovative products from British startups to millions of Amazon customers across the UK. Now, just a few months later, the portal is ready… Read More

February 16, 2016 @ 12:35 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

Droplet, a fee-free mobile payment app startup, has launched its second equity crowdfunding campaign on Crowdcube with a mission to raise an additional £450,000 for its expansion plans.  Droplet’s app that allows users to pay without having to queue, and collect rewards on their phone each time they spend.  Supposedly, one of the… Read More

February 15, 2016 @ 9:16 am By JD Alois  |  

Mondo, a UK based challenger bank, is raising £6 million to help fund it’s mobile-first vision of the future of banking. Mondo has already received commitments from leading venture capitalists including Eileen Burbidge’s Passion Capital, but as part of the funding round Mondo will be… Read More

February 13, 2016 @ 10:42 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

With less than five days until its Crowdcube campaign comes to an end, yoga and fitness studios, Ethos have successfully secured nearly £800,000 thanks to over 300 investors. Ethos, which was founded by Cambridge graduates Dr. Theo Koutroukides and Jennifer Hersch, is described as a chain of… Read More

February 12, 2016 @ 3:21 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

Jake Bullough, founder of Crowdcube #FundedClub member, Beara Beara, recently discussed how his company has grown since its success on the equity crowdfunding platform. The company, which offers consumers leather bags, successfully secured £203,540 from 131 investors last year. While describing the company, Bullough stated: “Beara Beara is… Read More

February 12, 2016 @ 7:42 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

UK research firm Beauhurst announced this week it has named equity crowdfunding platform Crowdcube most active investor of 2015. According to the latest independent report The Deal 2015/2016, Crowdcube reportedly saw its crowd make over 63,500 investments to the tune of 83 million, funding 166… Read More

February 11, 2016 @ 12:33 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

Founder of Kickstarter and Crowdcube alum LUMO, Doug Bairner, recently sat down to discuss the company’s recent crowdfunding success and clothing popularity. LUMO designs jackets and bags for cyclists that subtly incorporate ultra-high brightness LEDs. These lights are waterproof, washable and powered by a detachable USB-rechargeable battery… Read More

February 11, 2016 @ 10:42 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

Joining in on Crowdcube’s fifth birthday celebration, #FundedClub member Pavegen offered up some delicious cupcakes to the equity crowdfunding platform. Last summer, the London start-up successfully secured over £2 million during its equity crowdfunding campaign on Crowdcube. The company’s technology converts footsteps into electricity, making it possible to power services… Read More