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
Finance For Enterprise (FFE) has provided a £30,000 loan to LGK Apparel Global, a thriving online clothing retailer, to support its ambitious growth and expansion plans. Founded in 2019, LGK Apparel Global has built a strong reputation for delivering fashionable and high-quality leisurewear designed for individuals who seek unique, stylish, and functional clothing. Operating acrossRead 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
Finance For Enterprise (FFE) has strengthened its team with the appointment of experienced financial professional Michael Hydari as Fund Manager. Bringing a wealth of expertise in business finance, Michael joins FFE from UKSE, where he worked as an Investment Executive, helping businesses secure the funding they need to grow. Prior to that, he held various
As thoughts move to 2025, it’s the perfect time to look back and reflect on a year brimming with milestones, achievements, and meaningful partnerships that have supported business success across the region. From securing substantial funding to welcoming new team members and driving growth across diverse sectors, FFE has remained dedicated to its mission of
A 60-year old bakery with two retail outlets in Doncaster has secured a £250,000 Enterprise Loan from Finance for Enterprise (FFE). Rhodes of Thorne comprises two bakery deli and sandwich shops located in Doncaster. Both shops are located in popular high street locations and enjoy regular and passing trade. Having been established for over 60
A West Midlands business specialising in blinds, shutters, and awnings, has secured £167,000 in funding from Finance For Enterprise (FFE). Founded in 2010 the business has grown from a small, self-serviced office into a thriving enterprise with two offices located in prominent areas of the West Midlands. The funding comes at a pivotal moment for
South Yorkshire-based Finance For Enterprise has facilitated a £200,000 loan to support a Shropshire farm in advancing its journey toward sustainable farming. The 60-acre farm specialises in growing maize and blueberries, which are supplied to UK retailers and local farm shops. Established in 2009, the farm has been committed to becoming a zero-carbon operation. ARead more
We were delighted to welcome Sally Jameson, MP for Doncaster Central, to the Finance For Enterprise office recently. She came to meet some of the Yorkshire entrepreneurs we’ve had the privilege of supporting as they grow their businesses. Finance For Enterprise (FFE) is a Community Development Finance Institution (CDFI), a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting
