Another week draws to a close, and so below is a snapshot of some of the exciting updates from across Vala-tropolis in this weeks edition of our #FridayRoundUp!👇 🏆 Pelorus has once again proven that it is a leader in creating unique #travel experiences, this time being named one of the Best Travel Specialists in the Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice #Awards 2024! This celebrates their outstanding work in delivering tailor-made #adventures that connect people with #nature and the #world around them. https://lnkd.in/gSCESG2T 📊 Qualis Flow (Qflow) announced their latest #collaboration, this time with One Click LCA to revolutionise whole-life #carbon (WLC) management in #construction! This collaboration empowers #constructionteams to track, measure, and manage #carbonemissions for as-built verification, all the way from design to completion. https://lnkd.in/gkNqdPtT 🌍 Instream Energy Systems took centre stage at United Nations #Climate Week 2024: Driving Global Solutions for a #SustainableFuture. The team made their global debut and were honoured to be part of the #Leaders on #Purpose panel. Joining some of the world’s most #innovative green companies, they showcased their commitment to delivering actionable, scalable solutions for the fight against #climatechange. https://lnkd.in/gFUmG7FG 🚘 PlayWorks Digital Limited announced a really exciting #partnership with AirConsole and Volkswagen Group this week, as they bring etermax’s Trivia Crack to Volkswagen ID vehicles. Using the #PlayWorks proprietary #CTV development and deployment #tech, it has adapted the fan-favourite quiz game for in-car play, enhancing the #travelexperience! https://lnkd.in/gPMkU2ND 👨💻 And finally, Josh Gilbert, Founder of Sust Global discussed some of their cutting edge R&D with UK Space Agency and Equitix at an IPFA webinar on climate resilience across the renewable energy sector. Josh was chatting alongside Joe Robinson, Dominika Nowosinska, Laura Bealin-Kelly, and Chris Hall. That’s all for this week folks! We hope you all have a great weekend, and look forward to sharing more with you next week! Team Vala #sustainableinvestments #venturecapital #portfolionews
Vala Capital 🌱
Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
London, England 3,996 followers
The Sustainable Venture Builders.
About us
Vala is a European VC backing the best founders. We support start up and high growth companies led by teams that have the potential to change the world. We invest our capital, but also our experience and our time - our collaborative approach helps young companies excel. Sustainability sits at the heart of our decision-making, and all portfolio companies must agree to clear sustainability objectives in order to work with us. In fact, we make our capital conditional on it. Above all, we love building lifelong relationships with the founder we back, which are based on trust, respect and a shared vision.
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https://linktr.ee/ValaCapital
External link for Vala Capital 🌱
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- Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- London, England
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- Privately Held
- Specialties
- Sustainable Investments, EIS, Venture Capital, and Tax Efficient Investments
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21 Poland Street
London, England W1F 8QG, GB
Employees at Vala Capital 🌱
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Jasper Smith
Founder / co-founder @Arksen, @ValaCapital, @10% For The Ocean, @Play.Works. Investor in many more great companies.
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Paddy Willis, FRSA
Entrepreneur, Advisor, NED, Mentor
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John Oliver
Sales Director @ Vala Capital | Tax-efficient investments, Venture Capital
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Asker Fawmy
Private Equity, Venture Building, Investment Strategies and M&A
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It's Friday, and that means it’s time for another #FridayRoundUp! From innovations in #maritime technology to advancements in #renewableenergy, here are some exciting updates from across Vala-Land: RAD Propulsion is continuing to push boundaries in #marine technology, and has been named a finalist for Marine/Port Tech of the Year at the South Coast Tech & Innovation Awards 2024! https://lnkd.in/e7uUiHYR HonuWorx CEO Lee Wilson has been speaking with Reporting Scotland’s Rachel Bell, on the announcement that #GBEnergy is coming to Aberdeen. They discussed the importance of a managed #energytransition and how their all-electric and autonomous #Loggerhead technology is poised to serve both the #offshorewind and oil and gas markets. https://lnkd.in/eEjHFXyM The Arksen family continues to grow, this time with the much aniticipated release of the Arksen 8 from their #Discovery Series! Perfect for families seeking #adventure with a top-tier open #RIB experience! https://lnkd.in/eSMrzNNX Pipeline Organics shared a post from their partners Coca-Cola Europacific Partners, which highlights why they invested in the business as part of their goal to use 100% #renewableelectricity by 2030! https://lnkd.in/eKTZ97Aa pirkx Founder and CEO, Stella Smith was invited to #DowningStreet to learn, and share, about the importance of #women in our #economy, and the need to invest in them. Discussions which aim to shed light on the #investment gap are crucial, and it's great ton see the Rt Hon Rachel Reeves and her team championing the #femalefounder community. https://lnkd.in/eEvEVZzK And finally, Qualis Flow (Qflow) CPO and Co-founder Jade Cohen, and AI Lead Sam Joseph, have just got back from their first week in Paris as part of Google’s #ClimateChange Accelerator Programme, and shared a few (of no doubt many!) of their learnings so far. Pictured with others from the programme below! https://lnkd.in/ehtUQzZF That’s all for this week, folks! We look forward to sharing more with you next week! Team Vala #SustainableInvestments #PortfolioUpdates #VentureCapital
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🚀 HonuWorx is recruiting for a new Head of Commercial to join them in Aberdeen! This looks like a brilliant opportunity for someone, so please check out more details about the role and how to apply below👇! #portfolionews #innovation #subsea #robotics #sustainableinvestments
🐢 HonuWorx is Hiring! 🐢 We’re looking for a Head of Commercial to spearhead the commercialisation of our “game changing approach” to subsea work (other people’s words, not ours!) This is an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic environment and make a pivotal contribution not only to the future of HonuWorx but the wider ocean technology landscape. Do you have what it takes? The right candidate will know how to put the voice of the customer at the core of our technology and service development and bring experience in a commercial management role, preferably within a tech startup. Key responsibilities include: - Customer insight and relationship development - Commercial strategy - Product Management - Sales and Marketing - Stakeholder Collaboration. This FTE role out of Aberdeen, with flexibility on working hours and some home working. Send your application to hiring@honu-x.com or apply through our LinkedIn page. Come and join our mission to change the way the world works underwater. No agencies, thank you. #Subsea #Robotics #Technology #ProductManagement #Commercialisation
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It might be Friday the 13th, but it’s not unlucky for us or our portfolio companies! Our latest #FridayRoundUp contains a bumper selection of updates from across the Vala-verse that prove it’s all about making your own luck. RAD Propulsion is a finalist at the Maritime UK Solent Awards 2024! Congrats to the team on their recognition for pioneering #electricpropulsion technology! https://lnkd.in/e8GzeDBb Arksen continues to make waves with their latest short #film 'Engineered for #Explorers' offering a 6-minute look at Arksen's evolution from #sea to #land. It’s well worth a watch! https://lnkd.in/eSwRctXA. Qualis Flow (Qflow) is hosting a #webinar next week on how to “Unlock the Future of Construction Data Capture”. This is a must for #constructionmanagers keen to boost #efficiency and #sustainability. https://lnkd.in/eV-W3QDa. pirkx CEO Stella Smith was on BBC Radio with Sean Farrington, this time discussing the new #iPhone16, #Banksy and (of course) reminding listeners about pirkx's mission to democratise access to #wellbeing services. https://lnkd.in/eUxETkXt. Pipeline Organics is on a hiring spree! They’re on the hunt for an Electro-Mechanical #Engineer https://lnkd.in/e3j2Zkxs, and a #Chemist specialising in #Nanomaterials https://lnkd.in/e7RkMzX2. The HonuWorx team showcased their #innovative solutions at the Aberdeen Renewable Energy Group (AREG) SME #Technology Showcase on Wednesday, as part of our collective drive to #netzero. https://lnkd.in/eADuXR_z. Lastly, Shackleton hosted Ananya Prasad on “Shackleton Live” this week, where she discussed how she will be embarking on an epic 3000 mile solo row across the #AtlanticOcean, as part of the World's Toughest Row! If successful, she will be the first woman of colour to ever solo row an ocean. https://lnkd.in/e8u4Hgki. That's all for this week folks! We hope you have a restful weekend. Team Vala #SustainableInvestments #VentureCapital #PortfolioNews
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This is a great article for any budding #entrepreneurs. We're proud to have supported Alexandra Smith and Mike Penrose from the early stages of their journey with FuturePlus. Alex has been speaking to Patricia Cullen at Entrepreneur Media, and shares her insights on building a #business, from securing the initial #funding (from us!) to overcoming the challenges of #scaling in the full feature below. She highlights the importance of resilience, #teamwork, and believing in yourself, as well as always staying true to your #mission. FuturePlus embodies the kind of innovative, #impact-driven entrepreneurship we are delighted to invest in. Check out Alex's story in the link below. #venturecapital #sustainableinvestments #ukstartups
Our co-founder, Alexandra Smith recently caught up with Entrepreneur Media's Patricia Cullen to discuss her entrepreneurial journey, from securing initial funding through Vala Capital 🌱 to navigating scaling challenges, underscoring her commitment to driving positive change in the industry. “Our shared vision turned uncertainty into action, and that partnership became the foundation of our business.” 🔗 Read the full feature 👇 #Sustainability #SustainabilityReporting #Entrepreneur
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Vala Capital 🌱 reposted this
Christopher Pettit at Revving is #hiring for a Finance Director. This is a key hire for a fast growing business within the Vala portfolio, so please check out job details below if you might be interested 👇
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September is here, and with it comes our first #FridayRoundUp of the month! Below is a snapshot of some recent updates from our portfolio companies this week: We start this week with some highly anticipated #industrynews: the extension of the #sunsetclause on the Enterprise Investment Scheme to 2035 has been officially confirmed by HMRC Treasury! This extension will provide renewed confidence to investors in these crucial schemes, and it's thanks to EIS that we are able to share all these updates from across our portfolio. Well done to the Enterprise Investment Scheme Association (EISA), and all those involved from across the industry for their tireless work to get this over the line. https://lnkd.in/estBtThp. To our #portfolio now, and it's been a busy week at FuturePlus. They welcomed a new team member, Christina D., as #Marketing Executive and are continuing to expand as they search for a new #Sustainability Executive to drive the next phase of their rapid #growth. https://lnkd.in/ekY3QaTK. In further new joiner news, Revving welcomed Shez Iqbal to their team this week! Shez joins at an exciting time for Revving as they continue their mission to transform how and when #businesses across #AdTech pay and get paid. https://lnkd.in/ep2hEX6b. Next up, pirkx has announced that their latest #investment round is now open to a wider audience of high net worth or sophisticated investors through SyndicateRoom. If you’re interested in their latest developments and the opportunity to become a #shareholder, please read more here: https://lnkd.in/ewvGCwQE. To Arksen next, and news that the new Arksen 8 is set to make its first appearance at the upcoming Southampton International Boat Show! This versatile and luxurious #RIB is designed for both exhilarating #adventures and relaxing experiences on the #water. https://lnkd.in/e6AhaP67. And finally, MakeMyHouseGreen & Switchd announced a new partnership with Ripple Energy! Together, they’re on a mission to #decarbonise the UK’s #energysupply, making sustainable #energy accessible and affordable for everyone. A win for households aiming to cut down on their #carbon footprint and save on #energybills. That’s all for this week folks! We hope you all have a restful weekend. Team Vala #sustainableinvestments #venturecapital #portfolionews
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Brilliant news, and well done to all involved from across our industry 👏
The extension to the sunset clause on the Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) to 2035 has now been officially confirmed. HMRC Treasury has confirmed the extension of the Enterprise Investment Scheme relief and Venture Capital Trusts relief to shares issued before 6 April 2035. An extension to the clause was announced last November and passed through parliament in the Finance Act 2024 in February. Yesterday was confirmed as the appointed day that the extension came into force: “3rd September 2024 is appointed as the day on which section 11 (extension of enterprise investment scheme relief and venture capital trusts relief to shares issued before 6 April 2035) of the Finance Act 2024 comes into force.” Our thanks to the Tax and Technical committee chaired by Philip Hare, the EISA Board and all EISA members who have worked so hard with us to confirm this extension. Thank you also to partner organisations who have worked with us on this, including The Association of Investment Companies (AIC), British Private Equity & Venture Capital Association (BVCA), Enterprise Nation, The Entrepreneurs Network, Startup Coalition, UK Business Angels Association, Venture Capital Trust Association (VCTA) among many others. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eW_aRhZc
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August draws to a close, and with it is the latest edition of our #FridayRoundup, showcasing some of the stories from another action-packed week across the Vala-sphere. First up, Homethings has partnered with #foodwaste heroes Oddbox to launch a limited edition #cleaning spray featuring an #upcycled fragrance: Sweet Peach & Wonky Carrot. With notes of orange leaf and sandalwood, this delightful scent proves that clean can be both mean and green! https://lnkd.in/gZxfx7_e Next, big news from FuturePlus! The team announced that FuturePlus has been independently reviewed and is now compliant with the Travalyst criteria! Travalyst is a not-for-profit coalition, founded by Prince Harry, of some of the biggest brands in #travel and technology including Booking.com, Expedia Group, Google, Skyscanner, Travelport and Trip.com Group. As a result, the FuturePlus platform has been included in Travalyst’s list of compliant sustainability #certifications for #accommodation providers. https://lnkd.in/gzgKsDtb Over to HonuWorx, which has been selected for the third round of Energy Transition Zone Ltd's Challenge Fund! This funding will help expand their cutting-edge #underwater simulation #infrastructure, accelerating deployment of the Loggerhead #Robotics technology and revolutionising how we work underwater. https://lnkd.in/ggvmNeJM Pipeline Organics is growing! They are #hiring for a new Materials #Scientist in Nottingham, so please share this post and help them find their next team member! https://lnkd.in/gXQA5TUD Now to Qualis Flow (Qflow), which has been shortlisted for 3 NCE #Tech Fest Awards! The business is up for: Best Use of Technology - Smart Data Collection in Construction; #Technology Supplier of the Year; and Best Use of Technology - Digital #Construction. Congrats to the team, and here's hoping you bring home those #awards! https://lnkd.in/gsvtkdHZ And finally, Dizzie dives into the importance of standardisation in returnable #packaging, with a deeper analysis focusing on how it drives both #costeffectiveness and #sustainability. https://lnkd.in/gajteaxX That’s a wrap for this week, folks. Enjoy your weekend, and we’ll be back next week with more updates from the Vala portfolio! #SustainableInvestments #VentureCapital #PortfolioNews
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Check out the below snippet from the latest episode of the Affiliate Marketing Podcast, where Lee-Ann Johnstone chats with Revving CEO and Co-Founder Christopher Pettit about how Revving is speeding up the #payments process. We're proud to be supporting this #business, and believe their solution could be a real game changer for the dynamic world of #affiliatemarketing and #adtech. #venturecapital #payment #cashflowmanagement #marketing
Global Affiliate Marketing Strategist | Podcast Host | Inspiring Speaker & Educator | Championing Growth for Affiliate Programs Worldwide
Excelling and going above and beyond customer expectations is the aim of the game in affiliate marketing. In our latest episode of the Affiliate Marketing Podcast, we’re getting straight into it with Christopher Pettit CEO and Co-Founder at Revving who touches on a new approach to speeding up the cashback process. From a lengthy 60 days to an instant 7-day window - This game-changing approach could increase the cashback customer base tenfold and bring unparalleled value and speed 🚗💨 Tune into the latest episode sponsored by impact.com to learn more ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eRtfT5Rh