Charles Sumner set up NottinghamCar.com in October 2010 to supply affordable, quality used cars in Nottingham. After his previous business failed he struggled to find finance, but was able to take a loan of £20,000 from… Continue reading
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Winners announced in the 2015 Citi Microentrepreneurship Awards
Outstanding entrepreneurs and community lenders celebrated at national awards for their achievements in creating jobs, services and prosperity in their communities. Continue reading
Green, gourmet and graveyard businesses announced as finalists for Microentrepreneur of the Year Award
A renewable energy firm, a luxury chocolate shop and an innovative management system for graveyards are among the businesses announced as finalists for this year’s UK Citi Microentrepreneurship Awards. The national awards scheme celebrates innovative and growing businesses that have taken off with the help of alternative finance from community lenders (known as CDFIs). Continue reading
Top microenterprises rewarded with £65,000 in national award scheme
Organisations and individuals recognised for impact they have had in communities across the UK Champions of locally-based finance for microenterprises rewarded at 12th February Awards Ceremony in Bristol, featuring BBC Breakfast’s Steph McGovern [Image: Steph McGovern… Continue reading