What is Crowdcube?
Established in 2011 and headquartered in Exeter, United Kingdom, Crowdcube operates as an investment crowdfunding company. It facilitates capital raising for businesses by connecting them with a network of investors. The company's model democratizes investment opportunities, allowing a broader range of individuals and entities to participate in funding early-stage and growth-stage companies. Crowdcube's operations are central to the burgeoning fintech landscape, providing a vital alternative to traditional venture capital and private equity.
How much funding has Crowdcube raised?
Crowdcube has raised a total of $56M across 7 funding rounds:
Private Equity
$2.3M
Series B
$8.6M
Private Equity
$9.4M
Private Equity
$10.4M
Private Equity
$1.3M
Unspecified
$10.6M
Private Equity
$13.5M
Private Equity (2013): $2.3M, investors not publicly disclosed
Series B (2014): $8.6M led by Balderton Capital
Private Equity (2015): $9.4M supported by Numis Corporation Plc, Draper Esprit, and Balderton Capital LLP
Private Equity (2016): $10.4M featuring Balderton Capital
Private Equity (2017): $1.3M backed by GuanQun Investment
Unspecified (2018): $10.6M with participation from Draper Esprit, Balderton Capital, and Channel 4
Private Equity (2021): $13.5M led by Circle
Key Investors in Crowdcube
Numis Corporation Plc
Numis Corporation Plc is an investment banking firm specializing in corporate broking, equity capital markets, and M&A services in the UK and US. They cater to a wide range of clients, including listed corporates and private companies.
Balderton Capital LLP
Balderton Capital is a London-based venture capital firm focused on early-stage, high-growth technology companies across Europe, often leading Seed and Series A rounds.
Draper Esprit
Draper Esprit is a venture capital firm with offices in London, Cambridge, and Dublin, investing in high-growth technology companies with global ambitions since 2006.
What's next for Crowdcube?
The substantial capital injections, including the recent major strategic investment, position Crowdcube for continued expansion and innovation within the alternative finance market. This backing is likely to fuel enhancements to its platform, broader market penetration, and potentially new service offerings. As an established player in the equity crowdfunding space, Crowdcube is poised to further solidify its role in supporting entrepreneurial ventures and providing accessible investment avenues, adapting to evolving regulatory environments and investor demands.
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