Private investment boutique for a new era
We offer investors a unique opportunity to take strategic exposure to the UK’s high growth companies by providing secured and mostly government backed receivable finance, with an opportunity for equity participation.
The opportunity
Join our unique journey to growth
Since launching in 2018, Factortech's inaugural fund has channelled investments into over 60 non-dilutive financing opportunities, yielding a net annualised return to investors of 14%. 
The future is bright
Factortech’s Fund II is poised to leverage the prevailing positive market conditions, targeting above-average returns for its investors using a consistent strategy. Additionally, we offer the flexibility to periodically integrate equity alpha returns through warrants or conversion rights, always prioritising minimised downside risk.
The team
Our team boasts a cumulative experience of over 240 years in financing, fundraising, and guiding businesses from inception to exit. We intimately comprehend both the exhilaration and challenges of business growth. With specialised expertise in clean tech, biotech, fintech, entertainment tech, and other areas, we provide crucial support to accelerate the growth of our portfolio companies.
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Investment vehicles
Jersey open ended fund
This vehicle primarily focuses on making senior secured, short duration loans backed by HMRC tax credits, UK Innovate Grants and other government as well as high grade corporate receivables, primarily in the high growth technology sector. In addition, Factortech takes security on all the borrower’s assets.
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Jersey longer term vehicle
This vehicle primarily focuses on making senior secured, short duration loans backed by HMRC tax credits, UK Innovate Grants and other government as well as high grade corporate receivables, primarily in the high growth technology sector. In addition, Factortech has the opportunity to negotiate warrants, discounted equity participation and/or loan extensions/renewals.
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Company
Factortech serves as a Speciality Finance Lender targeting the funding gap in the UK’s technology SME and scale-up sectors currently underserved by traditional banking. United by a commitment to economic development, our co-founders George Weir and George Nianias established the company in 2018 as a conduit for transformative financial support. The results have translated to a net annualised return of 14% to investors.
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George Weir, formerly CEO of Strathclyde University Business Incubator, is a seasoned SME growth expert drawing on over thirty years navigating business financing and expansion. His expertise with the addressable market includes Strategem (Scotland), Enterprise Lab and Taylor Clarke. Offering strategic insights and financial acumen, George plays a pivotal role in our mission to foster grassroots, sustainable development. 

Complementing this is George Nianias, bringing a three-decade banking career across international territories. George has served as Head of Risk for Fixed Income at SG Warburg, Advisor to the Bank of England and Board Member of JP Morgan EEMEA PLC. His proficiency in navigating credit market complexities across diverse cultures positions him as a linchpin in our goal to bridge financial gaps in challenging environments.

With a dedicated focus on excellence, we invite our investors to join us in shaping the future of technology SMEs through our collective expertise.

50M
Target fund II
60
Investments to date
240
Years of experience
What sets us apart
Why choose Factortech?
Strategic Approach
We are committed to achieving superior returns by building long term relationships with borrowers. This gives us an opportunity to better understand the borrowers' credit, while helping management achieve their goals with minimum dilution. We usually initiate with six months short term secured debt investments, eventually transitioning to venture capital stakes in companies we are intimately familiar with.
Proven Track Record
Our results stand as a testament to our expertise. Since our inception in 2018, we have backed over 60 loans in diverse tech niches, propelling them towards remarkable growth. In doing so, we have generated impressive returns, a net return to investors over 14% per annum.
Experienced Team
Our team is made up of experienced professionals, boasting an average of 25 years in domain expertise. The depth of the executive team's expert network, combined with their proactive engagement, empowers us to offer invaluable strategic guidance to our portfolio companies, fostering their path to success.
Risk Management
We utilise a rigorous risk assessment framework to safeguard our investors' capital. Through our bespoke analysis and investment methodology, we adeptly manoeuvre through evolving market conditions, ensuring an optimal balance between risk and reward.
Access
Our relationship-centric approach has fostered a robust ecosystem of partnerships with organisations and key opinion leaders. This network grants us access to exclusive and premium deal flows.
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