Manchester-based independent LGBTQ+ bookstore, QueerLit, has secured a £100,000 loan to facilitate its expansion. The funding provided by NPIF – River & GC Microfinance, managed by GC Business Finance (GCBF), as part of the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund (NPIF).
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GC Business Finance Helps 200 Entrepreneurs on Their Path to Success with NPIF Fund
The funding has been provided by NPIF-GC and River Microfinance, which is managed by GC Business Finance (GCBF) and River Capital. Loans of between £25,000 and £100,000 have been deployed into the region’s small business community since 2017.
Stockport-based digital media agency successfully secures financial boost from NPIF
9Ways Digital Media, headquartered in Stockport, is a digital media solutions company that recently secured a £55,000 loan from NPIF Microfinance.
Serenity Booksellers makes a powerful entrance following the successful acquisition
Serenity Booksellers, a family-owned bookshop in Romiley, has experienced a successful beginning following the acquisition of a £50,000 Start Up Loan. Founded by Kelly and Chris Willocks in November 2022 and opening its doors in April 2023, Serenity Booksellers strives to revitalise local retail by fostering a love for reading within the community.
New National Business Support Partner for Start Up Loans
GC Business Finance has been awarded a new national contract under the Start Up Loans scheme as lead Business Support Partner (BSP).
Luxury Cruise Retailer on Track for Major Growth
Chorley-based digital business which started selling luxury cruises at the height of the pandemic, is set for a stellar new year. Panache Cruises' success has been driven forward thanks to a second round of funding from Rosebud Finance.