Nicolas Kendall

19th December 2018

New £15m fund for the North

£15m social impact fund announced which will provide further finance support to SMEs and social enterprises.

Shaun Connell

18th December 2018

One Week To Go

Christmas gift ideas produced by BEF clients

Shaun Connell

14th December 2018

BEF are proud to be shortlisted for a 2018/19 Citi Microentrepreneurship Awards.

We are thrilled to announce we have been shortlisted for the Impact Award for the 2018/19 Citi Microentrepreneurship Awards

Shaun Connell

27th November 2018

Those who can, Create

Former health service professional crafts a bright future thanks to a Start Up Loan from BEF.

Shaun Connell

13th November 2018

The Q&A: Simon Jackson, Head of Investment

"I'm excited about the current growth plans for BEF and being able to get people to buy into what BEF does."

Shaun Connell

12th November 2018

The Q&A: Rupert Shires, Start Up Loans Manager

"Yorkshire is a melting pot for people from all over the world, many who are working hard to fulfil their dreams and ambitions by starting their own business."

Shaun Connell

9th November 2018

Some vets like to Meowve it, Meowve it!

Veterinary Nurse brings industry-leading pet care to the North East thanks to a Start Up Loan from BEF.

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

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."