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B-North
A challenger that's aiming to change the face of SME lending in the UK
About B-North
B-North is a financial technology company focused on revolutionizing the UK SME (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises) lending market. Operating in the financial services sector, B-North aims to provide faster, more flexible, and personalized lending solutions to SMEs, which are often underserved by traditional high street banks. The company leverages advanced cloud-native core banking solutions to streamline the lending process, significantly reducing the time it takes for businesses to receive funding.
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B-North's business model revolves around offering tailored lending products to SMEs, utilizing a decentralized approach with regional lending pods to ensure a more personal and efficient service. This model contrasts sharply with the centralized and often impersonal systems of larger banks, which can take over four months to approve loans. By focusing on speed and customer experience, B-North aims to fill a critical gap in the market.
Revenue is generated primarily through interest on loans and associated lending fees. The company collaborates with various partners, including IT infrastructure providers and legal firms, to support its operations and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. B-North is currently in the process of obtaining a full banking license, which will further enable it to scale its services and meet the evolving demands of the digital banking landscape.
At a glance
- Founded
- 2018
- Headquarters
- Manchester, United Kingdom
- Sector
- Fintech
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Seed2 investors entered at this stage
Crowdcube
GrowthFunders
Series A2 investors entered at this stage
Growth Capital Ventures
LHV Group
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