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We’re proud to continue supporting Fuuse, together with Par Equity, in a £6 million follow-on investment as the business enters its next exciting phase of growth. The Lancaster-based EV charge point management platform has made significant progress since YFM’s initial investment in 2024, and this latest round will help Fuuse scale its technology, grow internationally and continue driving innovation. Read more about our continued partnership 🔗 https://lnkd.in/et6tDqDA Jonathan Marlow, #YFM #GrowthCapital #PrivateEquity #Sustainability #EVCharging #Fuuse #ScaleUp

How do you scale a tech business when the odds, and even the industry giants, are against you? In the latest video from The Entrepreneur Lab, AutomatePro CEO Paul Chorley shares the mindset and strategies that helped his team turn automation into a growth engine. From resilience and culture to global expansion, his story shows what it really takes to scale boldly. “Set the goal. Set the plan. Execute against the plan.” That’s the discipline behind Automate Pro’s rise, and Paul’s ambition to build the first billion-dollar company in the ServiceNow ecosystem. Watch the video snippet and read the full story. 👇 https://lnkd.in/e7gaTb2J

🌟Female Founder Office Hours – October at YFM 🌟   At YFM, we’re passionate about backing ambitious founders and building long-term partnerships. This October, we’re opening up dedicated office hours for female founders who want to connect with our investment team.   📅 Every Friday in October 👥 One-to-one sessions with a member of the YFM investment team 💡 An opportunity to discuss your business journey, fundraising plans, and what investors look for.   If you’re a female founder interested in taking part, please fill out your details using this short form 👉 https://lnkd.in/eQjYAmdv   We’ll be in touch to arrange a slot.   We look forward to meeting and supporting more brilliant founders this October! 🚀   #FemaleFounders #VentureCapital #PrivateEquity #Entrepreneurship #YFM

The Budget is delayed. Tax rules may change. What does this mean if you’ve been thinking of exiting your business? In Business Age, Jamie Roberts shares his top tips for business owners preparing for an exit and why acting before new policies arrive might give founders an advantage. From clarifying your personal goals, to choosing the right exit route, and building up your team, there’s more to an exit than the deal price. Curious how different exit scenarios could impact your legacy or control? Happy to chat or point you in the right direction. Read Full article: https://lnkd.in/eqvzwiPb #BusinessExit #Founders #StrategicPlanning #YFMinsights

Navigating Scale‑Up Smarter: 10 Strategic Priorities for the Next Generation Scaling is rarely a straight line. Drawing on insights from leadership teams across 60+ UK growth businesses, The Entrepreneur Lab distils the essential priorities that separate agile, resilient scale‑ups from fleeting start-ups. Dive into the full guide and get inspired by real‑world examples: 👉 https://lnkd.in/eBvMY_kN

What does it really take to scale a business beyond product–market fit? In the latest article from The Entrepreneur Lab, Xapien’s Head of Comms & Marketing, Jessica Denny, shares how sales and marketing alignment fuels growth in a fast-moving AI business. “Your value proposition should feel essential, not optional. It’s about proving how your product solves a real, urgent problem.” This is how scale-ups like Xapien keep growing, by obsessing over customers, staying true to their brand, and never losing sight of the people behind the data. 📖 Read the full story on YFM Entrepreneur Lab. https://lnkd.in/eEFWWkyC

What does great company culture actually look like? In the latest video from The Entrepreneur Lab, WorkBuzz CEO Steven Frost shares how employee feedback helps shape culture, improve operations, and drive better business outcomes. “Listening keeps us honest. It connects leadership to the frontline, and helps us act fast when something’s not working.” This is how fast-growing companies like WorkBuzz keep their edge—by turning feedback into fuel for growth. Watch the video snippet and read the full story. Link in bio.

High-performance culture starts with listening. In this latest video and blog from The Entrepreneur Lab, WorkBuzz CEO Steven Frost shares how real-time, structured employee feedback helps shape company culture, guide operational priorities, and ultimately improve business outcomes. “Listening keeps us honest. It helps us stay close to our culture, connect leadership to the frontline, and act fast when something’s not working.” As WorkBuzz scales, employee insights aren’t just a nice-to-have—they’re central to how the team attracts and retains talent, maintains momentum, and makes better leadership decisions. Watch the full video and read the blog: https://lnkd.in/e9MmrdCB

Scaling Up with Purpose: Insights from Laura Keir, CEO of Protein Works In our latest Entrepreneur Lab blog, Laura Keir, CEO of Protein Works reveals how culture, customer focus, and operational excellence have powered one of the UK’s fastest-growing sports nutrition brands From stepping into the CEO role in January 2024 to overseeing a vertically integrated business model and prioritising feedback at every level, Laura shares actionable strategies for leaders aiming to scale with intent. Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/eF6uNvQA

New Deal News! We’re thrilled to back MurphyCobb & Associates (MCA) as they enter an exciting new phase of growth. MCA is reshaping how the world’s biggest brands think about advertising production blending strategic advisory, operational excellence, and innovative technology to help clients deliver impactful campaigns more efficiently and sustainably. With YFM’s support, MCA will accelerate its global expansion, enhance its market-leading Control Room platform, and continue setting the standard for data-driven, low-carbon marketing production. Patrick Murphy and the MCA team have built a standout business with global impact, and we’re excited to be part of their next chapter. Read the full story: 👉 https://lnkd.in/e8d2Zq-E #YFMEquityPartners #GrowthCapital #PrivateEquity #MarketingTech #Advertising #sustainableMarketing Adam Hart Callum Long