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Funding For Businesses in The Midlands

Driving Entrepreneurial Growth in the Midlands

At YFM Equity Partners, we are proud to support the next generation of Midlands entrepreneurs, helping businesses unlock their full potential through tailored private equity, growth capital and management buyout solutions.

The Midlands has long been a hub of entrepreneurial spirit, renowned for its creativity, innovation, and determination. This region is thriving across a diverse range of industries, expanding far beyond its heritage in large-scale manufacturing.

Cities like Leicester and Nottingham are leading the way, ranking 9th and 18th respectively in the UK’s top 30 most entrepreneurial urban areas according to our latest report on the Midlands Entrepreneur Economy. With thriving business ecosystems, cutting-edge universities attracting top talent, and a culture of ingenuity, the Midlands is a dynamic destination for ambitious business owners and advisors seeking growth opportunities.

At YFM, we are proud to support the next generation of Midlands entrepreneurs, helping businesses unlock their full potential through tailored private equity solutions.

The Midlands Entrepreneur Economy

The Midlands is a powerhouse of entrepreneurial activity, with innovation and business growth driving the region forward. In this video, Stephen Murray, explores the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the Midlands’ economy. Whether you’re a business owner looking to scale or an advisor supporting ambitious companies, this discussion provides valuable insights into funding, M&A, and the evolving business landscape.

Midlands Portfolio News

Antser’s Cornerstone VR programme has earned national recognition across the UK for its innovative, trauma-informed training. With multiple new awards celebrating its impact across health, education and social care, the platform continues to set the standard for immersive learning designed to build empathy and improve outcomes for vulnerable children and adults.

£6.5m management buyout (MBO) in the business services sector, providing the investment needed to drive its next stage of growth.

Learn how YFM supported the management buyout of Antser Group, a business services provider specialising in innovative solutions for the social care and education sectors, enabling its next phase of growth and development.

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Buying to Grow

Acquisitions can accelerate growth, but only when they’re intentional and well-structured. In this first joint piece from YFM and Triple Point, Jamie Roberts and Dominic Reason share five practical themes for successful acquisition-led expansion, from strategic clarity to integration discipline, offering founders a grounded starting point for deciding whether to “buy to grow.”

Automate Pro CEO Paul Chorley shares the lessons behind scaling a tech business, from resilience and strategy to culture, growth capital and global expansion.

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We back UK businesses with big plans. If you are ambitious and ready to take your next step, we would love to hear from you.