Summer 2011
In This Edition
Camstent Raises Finance
Following Camstent's presentation at the YABA investment forum in November 2010, the company has announced the close of its first funding round - and it includes six YABA members
Company Update - FrogTrade
Named in March as the fastest growing small business of the year in the Yorkshire Fastest 50, FrogTrade's learning platform, known as Frog, is a flexible and engaging learning environment. It's also used by more than 600 schools in the UK and is rapidly expanding into the international market with schools in Hong Kong, Switzerland, Ireland and Bermuda to name a few.
Angel Member Profile - Chris Kay
Chris Kay joined YABA earlier this year. With a passion for technology, impressive non-executive director experience and a background in accountancy, he likes to roll up his sleeves and really get involved in the companies he works in.
Entrepreneurs' Relief: Maximising the Return for Business Angels
Securing Entrepreneurs' Relief (ER) is a key priority for business angels looking for a tax-efficient route to unlock capital invested in new enterprise. Katherine Bullock, Private Client and Private Business Partner at PwC in Leeds, explains how business angels can use it to their advantage.
Syndication: Building an Investment Portfolio
Is it easier to invest on your own or is it better to join foces with other investors? Two of YABA's longest-standing angel members discuss the pros and cons of syndicate investment.
Syndication: New Fund to Support Syndicates
A new angel co-investment fund, designed to support business angel syndicates, will provide funding of between £50,000 and £1 million for investment deals of £200,000 upwards.
May 2011 Investment Forum
Held at the beautiful and historic Merchant Adventurers Hall in York, the May investment forum featured a mix of start-up and more established companies.
June 2011 Investment Forum
The June investment forum took place on a beautiful balmy evening at Grant Thornton's city centre offices in Leeds on the Waterfront. Grant Thronton both hosted and sponsored the evening and YABA members, guest and entrepreneurs were given a warm welcome by Senior Business Development Manager, Sandra O'Neill.
Angel Mentoring Pays Off For Jennifer
Mentoring from YABA angel member Steve Naylor has helped University of Sheffield student, Jennifer Ashton, move a step closedr to opening her business, Kolours.
YABA - Connecting Business Angels
YABA may be best known for matching entrepreneurs with investors, but what's less common is its power to bring together angel members in new business ventures.
Coming Soon for YABA Angel Members - LinkedIn Seminars
We plan to hold two interactive LinkedIn seminars for our angel investor members. Beginning on 27 July at Carrwood Park in Leeds, YABA's first seminar will concentrate on a beginner's guide to LinkedIn: how to create an effective profile, connect to others and understand the power of this social network.
