Investment fund for growth businesses in East London

What does GoEast Ventures offers?
Up to £100,000 for growth companies in Tower Hamlets and Newham.

GoEast Ventures Ltd provides equity financing to support growth businesses in the Tower Hamlets and Newham areas of East London.

The aim of the fund is to encourage entrepreneurship in these areas.

We offer individual equity investments of up top £100,000 in suitable companies in return for shares in the business. It is expected that the shares will be repurchased by the business / principal shareholders within 5 to 7 years.

GoEast Ventures provides expert and supportive management and business advice to the companies in which it invests.

What type of company can benefit?
Local growing businesses can benefit from our investment and assistance.

We would like to hear from you if your company:

• Is based in Tower Hamlets or Newham.
• Is young and growing, or established with a growth opportunity.
• Has strong and capable management.
• Can demonstrate a clear and sound use of the funding.

How can I apply for financing?
Requests for financing should be made in writing and accompany a business plan.

The business plan should include:

• Description of the business and it products / services.
• Market analysis and competitive environment.
• Historical and projected financial statements.
• Amount and use of funds.
• Employment information current and projected.
• Management resumes.

Why choose our fund?
This fund offers a number of advantages to your business.

• Access to significant funding.
• Investment tailored to suit your businesses cash flow (options to repay over the life of investment or at the end)
• Repayments needn't start immediately - your business can grow faster, sooner.
• Typical loan funding may not be available.
• Business support - we specialise in East London investment and business advice.
• Generally unsecured investment.
• May open the door to further financing.

Who is GoEast Ventures?

GoEast Ventures was formed in 2002 to provide equity finance to companies based in East London. We aim to encourage entrepreneurial activity and create jobs and wealth. We are part of the East London Small Business Centre (ELSBC). The ELSBC offers training courses, business counselling, loan funding and incubator sites for local businesses.

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