Julian Viggars

RisingStars Growth Fund I invests in high potential technology companies located in North England. The fund targets companies with unique & innovative technologies and operates in the fields of software, healthcare and environmental sectors. It provides financing for seed and early-stage capital requirements with first round investments in the range of £0.05 - £0.5 million. It also acts as a lead investor and considers follow-on investments up to £1 million.

Part of Smith & Williamson Holdings Ltd., Smith & Williamson Corporate Finance Ltd. is a leading integrated wealth management and professional services group based in London, UK. The British company provides wealth, accountancy, and business advisory services to its clients. Founded in 1836, Kevin Peter Stopps has been the CEO of the company since 2006.

Finance Yorkshire Seedcorn LP invests in companies located in the UK. The fund focuses on companies operating in the fields of technology and it provides financing in the form of convertible loans and equity capital for early stage capital requirements with an investment size from £50,000 to £780,000. It acquires a significant minority stake in the ordinary shareholding.

Part of Mercia Fund Management Ltd., Enterprise Ventures (General Partner NW Venture) Ltd. is a family of funds. The company is based in Preston, UK.

Blackley Holdings Ltd. operates as a holding private company with interests in chemical manufacturing and distribution. The company is based in Blackley, UK.

Peckforton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. engages in the manufacture, distribution, and sale of pharmaceutical products. It is focused into two divisions, Branded and Hospital. Each division has distinct and separate requirements to support both the patient and the healthcare professional. The company was founded on April 11, 1995 and is headquartered in Crewe, the United Kingdom.

Enterprise Ventures Group Ltd. provides financing services to small businesses in England and Wales. It offers venture capital, growth capital, and loans to small and medium enterprises. The company was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Preston, the United Kingdom.

Part of Mercia Asset Management Plc, Mercia Investments Ltd. provides investment services. The company is based in Henley-in-Arden, UK. Founded in 2014.