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Praseeda was Editor for GrowthBusiness.co.uk from 2016 to 2018.

News

Keenan Recycling expands in Central Belt with BGF investment

Scottish organic waste management company receives backing from Business Growth Fund

Mergers & Acquisitions

British hospitality platform Velocity expands to US market with acquisition of Cover

UK start-up continues stellar 2015 following Series A funding round that now has total raise of $16m.

Funding

Show SME the money: Are you aware of your funding options?

For all the talk of SMEs being the engine room of the UK economy, getting funding is still not as easy as some would like: so how can you ensure you know all of your options to give you the best chance of success?

News

UK knowledge economy booms as new businesses appear at four times quicker than average

Sector that included fintech and aerospace outstripping wider business growth at fastest rate seen, says report by professional services firm Procorre.

Entrepreneurs

Seven of the best start-ups in Wales

The start-up scene across the Severn Bridge has been quietly bubbling away from quite some time now. We take a look at 7 fast growth business startups from the Principality.

News

Rcapital invests in AD4Energy

Anaerobic digestion company receives undisclosed sum from specialist investor.

Technology

Why fintech is the way to go if you’re considering a start-up

Fintech is blowing up and London is the sector's biggest hub: so how can you get involved and make hay while the sun shines?

News

Four in ten SME leaders see EU as a hindrance to business

New poll commissioned by Shore Capital and published by Business for Britain claims anti-EU sentiment among small business community

News

Balfour and Equitix to play key role in Humber Gateway windfarm

Consortium to own and operate transmission link to Humber Gateway windfarm

Human Resources

Does it make financial sense to hire an IT contractor?

Finding the right person for the right job, regardless of whether you need an employee or a contractor, is a task that all IT managers will face during their career.

Managing

Choosing a company name while avoiding the blame

Picking a company name can be an exciting time but also one fraught with danger: so read on to ensure you avoid the legal pitfalls.

News

‘£50 entrepreneur’ Chris Hillary launches new crowdfunding campaign with Hydratem8

More conventional fundraising campaign for fitness-focused entrepreneur as he aims to raise capital for product to monitor daily hydration.