Dec 2023 Equity Gap are thrilled to welcome ilosta (Crack Map™) to the Equity Gap portfolio, following investment by our members, Scottish Enterprise and the University of Strathclyde. Harnessing artificial intelligence, Ilosta accurately identifies and categorises damage to engineering structures, including wind turbines. With the sophisticated platform already market-ready and attracting significant customer attention, we look forward to supporting the acceleration… Continue reading ilosta (Crack Map™) joins Equity Gap’s portfolio
Category: 2023
Alex Lusty, head of Operations at Equity Gap, discusses how the angel syndicate creates an inclusive environment for all members
Dec 2023 While data shows that women struggle to raise as much funding as men, angel investing can be inclusive for everyone, including female entrepreneurs. For The Business in The Sunday Times, our Head of Operations, Alex Lusty, discusses how Equity Gap creates an inclusive environment for all investors and entrepreneurs. As a result, our members have… Continue reading Alex Lusty, head of Operations at Equity Gap, discusses how the angel syndicate creates an inclusive environment for all members
Amiqus recognised for its fast-growing platform
Nov 2023 Last month, investee company Amiqus was recognised for its fast-growing compliance platform by both First Minister Humza Yousaf and the 2023 Deloitte UK Technology Fast 50. Amiqus is now the third fastest-growing tech business in Scotland and 34th in the UK. In celebration of these achievements, Amiqus is donating £1,000 for every new account opened for the remainder of this year to… Continue reading Amiqus recognised for its fast-growing platform
Equity Gap’s Annual Showcase and Dinner
Nov 2023 We were delighted to host our Portfolio Showcase and Annual Dinner this week. It was a great opportunity for investee companies to celebrate their successes and discuss upcoming plans with our network of investors, funding partners, collaborators and advisors. Attendees also heard from guest panellists Barry McCulloch, Michelle Kinnaird and David Grahame, who joined Fraser Lusty onstage to… Continue reading Equity Gap’s Annual Showcase and Dinner
Appointedd wins Lloyd’s Banking Group’s Launch Innovation Programme
Nov 2023 In recognition of its online scheduling system that strengthens customer engagement, portfolio company Appointedd has been selected as a winner of Lloyds Banking Group’s Launch Innovation Programme. As only one of two Scottish firms to have won, the award is a testament to Appointedd’s market-leading technology and strong track record of improving customer experiences. Read the full story… Continue reading Appointedd wins Lloyd’s Banking Group’s Launch Innovation Programme
Mocean Energy raise £2.2m of new equity
Nov 2023 Equity Gap members, alongside Scottish Enterprise, Old College Capital and shareholders, have invested £2.2 million of new equity in Mocean Energy to further commercialise its wave energy technologies. The business has also been awarded a £500,000 grant to secure first orders for its Blue Star wave energy machine. Since our initial investment in 2020, Mocean Energy has made impressive… Continue reading Mocean Energy raise £2.2m of new equity
Appointedd CEO, Leah Hutcheon, named as one of BWS’s top 100 Female Entrepreneurs
Nov 2023 Congratulations to Appointedd’s CEO Leah Hutcheon who has been named as one of Business Women Scotland’s Top 100 Female Entrepreneurs – a great accomplishment! Learn more
Quickblock CEO, Andrew Vincent, joins Sir Tom Hunter and Willie Haughey on Go Radio’s Business Show
Nov 2023 Catch up with Andrew Vincent CEO at QUICKBLOCK®, Sir Tom Hunter and Lord Willie Haughey on the Go Radio Business Show discussing all things QUICKBLOCK. This rapid assembly building block made from 100% recycled plastic redefines approaches to numerous building solutions, from office furniture to disaster relief efforts. If you missed the live broadcast, listen to the podcast… Continue reading Quickblock CEO, Andrew Vincent, joins Sir Tom Hunter and Willie Haughey on Go Radio’s Business Show
Mi:RNA awarded Women’s Enterprise Scotland Award
Oct 2023 Equity Gap are thrilled that portfolio company MI:RNA Diagnostics has been awarded Women’s Enterprise Scotland’s Business to Watch of the Year. Founded by Eve Hanks, MI:RNA Diagnostics brings veterinary science and technology together to help animals live longer, happier lives. The award recognises the successful commercialisation of the business’ cutting-edge early disease detection solutions as well as its… Continue reading Mi:RNA awarded Women’s Enterprise Scotland Award
Shot Scope’s G5 GPS watch voted the best value golf watch by MyGolfSpy
Oct 2023 Investee company Shot Scope’s G5 GPS watch has been voted the best value golf watch by MyGolfSpy. As one of the lightest GPS watches on the market, the G5 is easy to use and provides accurate distances on the course, allowing golfers to play at their best. Having invested in Shot Scope since its first funding… Continue reading Shot Scope’s G5 GPS watch voted the best value golf watch by MyGolfSpy