The British Business Bank today announced Finance For Enterprise (FFE) as the fifth accredited delivery partner under its Community ENABLE Funding programme. FFE will be allocated £43.5m under the programme to provide loans between £25,001 and £250,000, to unlock capital for underserved smaller businesses across England and Wales. The loans can be utilised for anyRead more
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FFE Hits £20m Milestone with the Community Investment Enterprise Fund
We’re thrilled to announce that Finance For Enterprise has now lent over £20 million through the second round of the Community Investment Enterprise Fund since it launched last year – a major milestone for the programme and the businesses we support. The Fund is designed to help SMEs unlock their potential, whether that’s expanding, innovating,
Trio of Senior Appointments Strengthen Finance For Enterprise’s Lending Team
Finance For Enterprise (FFE) has strengthened its team of experienced business lending professionals with the appointment of Simon Quin, Kelvin Smith, and Jonathan Pearson as Senior Business Lending Managers. The trio will play a key role in helping SMEs across the region access the funding and financial expertise they need to achieve sustainable growth. All will be focused on building
FFE supports acquisition of long-established Normanton garage with £200,000 loan
Finance For Enterprise (FFE) has provided a £200,000 loan to help entrepreneurs Aidan Wright and Stephen Crawford acquire West Street Garage (Normanton), securing the future of a much-loved local business that has been serving the community for more than 30 years. Founded in 1993 by brothers Duncan and Gary, West Street Garage has grown into one
Finance For Enterprise funds MBO at Wakefield Metal Fabricators
Thornes Fabrications Limited, a Wakefield based metal fabrication business originally founded in 1989, has secured its future following a management buy-out with funding provided by Finance For Enterprise (FFE). The MBO, led by the current owner’s nephew, Ben Crossland, has been with the business for over ten years. The company will continue to trade under theRead more
Finance For Enterprise Backs Blinds manufacturer with £167,000 Growth Loan
Just Blinds, a West Midlands-based business specialising in blinds, shutters, and awnings, has secured £167,000 in funding from Finance For Enterprise (FFE). Since its inception, the business has grown from a small, self-serviced office into a thriving enterprise with two offices located in the UK. The funding comes at a pivotal moment for the business,
Finance For Enterprise Celebrates 40 Years of Supporting SME Growth
This year marks a major milestone for Finance For Enterprise (FFE) as we celebrate 40 years of helping SME businesses unlock their growth potential. From our origins in 1985, FFE has grown from a local initiative supporting Doncaster’s business community into one of the most trusted alternative lending providers in the UK. Originally established as
Parker Oak (Yorkshire) Ltd Enters New Chapter as FFE Supports MBO
Finance For Enterprise has provided a loan of £208,500 to support the management buyout (MBO) of Parker Oak (Yorkshire) Ltd, a well-established manufacturer and installer of bespoke oak-framed structures. The funding has enabled Spike Ambery Smith, the company’s long-standing Project Manager along with his wife, Jess Ambery Smith, to acquire the business and continue itsRead more
FFE Backs Entrepreneur’s Vision for Synergy Beauty Expansion
Finance For Enterprise (FFE) has provided a £50,000 loan to support Charlotte Rollo in her acquisition of Synergy Beauty, a prestigious Clarins Gold Salon located in the bustling market town of Bingham, Nottingham. The funding, introduced by Evolve Business Finance, has been allocated to purchase stock, refurbish the salon, and provide essential working capital toRead more
Experienced Finance Professional Joins FFE
Finance For Enterprise (FFE) is pleased to announce the appointment of Sean Thorn as our new Senior Business Lending Manager, bringing over 25 years of industry experience to support our continued growth and commitment to helping SMEs access vital funding. Sean’s appointment strengthens FFE’s experienced lending team and reflects our ongoing mission to provide tailored, relationship-driven financial supportRead more
