Shaun Connell

9th November 2018

The Q&A: Julie Micklethwaite, Start Up Loans Manager

"It's a joy to work with business owners who are looking to make their dream a reality."

Shaun Connell

8th November 2018

The Q&A: Jeremy Meadowcroft, Investment Manager

"Customer service and relationship management is what makes me tick. I take great pride in making a real difference to real people and real businesses."

Shaun Connell

7th November 2018

The Q&A: Mark Iley, Investment Manager

"North and West Yorkshire is a fantastic part of the country. The people are diverse and friendly, the scenery is amazing, and the appetite for business growth is substantial."

Shaun Connell

6th November 2018

The Q&A: Doug Heseltine, Investment Manager

"West Yorkshire is home to a healthy manufacturing industry. It's great to know that the region can and does produce world class products that are used throughout the UK, Europe and beyond."

Shaun Connell

5th November 2018

Hands On Experience Makes All The Difference

Start Up loan helps deliver purpose, satisfaction and a healthy work/life balance.

Shaun Connell

5th November 2018

The Q&A: Andy Clough, Investment Manager

"I get great job satisfaction during that first meeting with a client hearing such passion about their business and discussing their vision, knowing I can help to make that a reality."

Shaun Connell

2nd November 2018

The Q&A: Lee Vickers, Investment Manager

"I'm excited about being a part of the opportunity in Tees Valley and the wider North East region, to really sculpt a new era of business growth and success."

Shaun Connell

1st November 2018

The Q&A: Hilary Watson, Investment Manager

"It's a great feeling to watch clients succeed knowing that I played a small yet vital part in their journey."

Shaun Connell

31st October 2018

The Q&A: John Hall, Investment Manager

"I take great pleasure in watching the outcome of a deal unfold, especially when new jobs are secured, or existing jobs are saved."

Shaun Connell

26th October 2018

A sweet taste of success for Maya Chocolate

Vegan chocolate producer continues to grow thanks to a Start Up Loan from BEF.

Shaun Connell

24th October 2018

Business lender cements plans for concrete interior specialists

A Leeds couple who specialise in manufacturing and installing concrete interiors are expanding their business thanks to a £20k loan from the Business Enterprise Fund (BEF).

Shaun Connell

22nd October 2018

BEF are proud to be shortlisted for a 2018 National Enterprise Network award.

We are thrilled to announce we have been shortlisted for this year’s National Enterprise Network awards, in the category of Enterprise Support Organisation (over £750k).