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Northstar Ventures invests venture capital in early and later stage, high growth companies tackling global challenges, focusing on climate tech and healthy ageing.

We believe innovation and capital can be harnessed to create a positive impact for people and the planet.

We partner with companies and investors that are not only driven by financial success but also by a desire to make a real difference. We offer more than just funding: we provide expertise, experience and a powerful network to help our portfolio companies grow and achieve lasting impact.

Rooted in the north of England, we have a global outlook and a unique perspective and approach. We are committed to supporting businesses that can create positive change on a local, national and global scale.

If you’re an entrepreneur developing solutions with the potential to make a real difference or an investor looking to back companies with high growth potential, we’d love to hear from you.

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These are just a few examples of the many inspiring businesses we’re proud to work with.
Learn more about our investment funds and see if we could be the right fit for your innovative venture.

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AMLo Biosciences passes another important milestone with its ground-breaking cancer test

September 18, 2024 No Comments

Rapidly evolving cancer diagnostics company AMLo Biosciences have just received the UKCA marker for their patented melanoma test, AMBLor®. This means that AMBLor® can now

Northstar Ventures invests £400,000 into award winning synthetic DNA producer NunaBio

September 11, 2024 No Comments

Northstar Ventures invests £400,000 into award winning synthetic DNA producer NunaBio Northstar Ventures has invested a further £400,000 into NunaBio, a fast scaling Newcastle-based company

Northstar Ventures makes investment in recruitment specialist Blair West

September 3, 2024 No Comments

Northstar Ventures has made its first investment in a fast-growing recruitment specialist. Blair West combines a wealth of industry experience with sophisticated technology, and an

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funding@northstarventures.co.uk

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invest@northstarventures.co.uk

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Ian Richards

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Ian Richards

Director at Northstar Ventures UK

Newcastle Upon Tyne, England

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Work Experience

Northstar Ventures UK

Director

2007 - Current

3i

Portfolio Manager

1998 - 2007

3i Investments

Portfolio Manager

1998 - 2007

3i Group plc

Portfolio Manager

1998 - 2007

NatWest Bank

Various

1985 - 1998

Investments

One Utility Bill

Footy.com

Oak

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