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
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
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
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,
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
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
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
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
Yorkshire based, Finance For Enterprise (FFE) has provided a £250,000 loan to Dynamic Vines Ltd, a leading importer of premium biodynamic wines, to support the launch of a new retail store and wine bar in East Dulwich, London. Dynamic Vines, founded in 2005 by Frederic Grappe, is based in Bermondsey, East London. The company specialises
Finance For Enterprise (FFE) is pleased to announce its latest funding partnership, providing a £250,000 loan to a luxury coffee retailer to support the launch of their second specialty café in the heart of London. The loan, will help the business expand its retail presence, bringing its exceptional coffee experience to one of London’s busiestRead more
