Best Startup
In recent years, the United Kingdom has solidified its position as a global hub for startups and innovation. Despite the challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic and Brexit uncertainties, more and more UK-based entrepreneurs have been quick to adapt and innovate. Specifically noteworthy is the concentration of business-to-business (B2B) startups in England that have risen to prominence since 2020. These startups have marked their presence across various sectors, ranging from HR Tech to business travel to FinTech. Let’s have a closer look at some of these startups paving their way to success in the B2B space.
These startups not only bring innovative solutions to the market, but they also have unique approaches to business problems and specific strategies outline their path to success. Ranging from the design of HR software to the availability of affordable travel solutions for corporates, these startups are changing the face of B2B operations in the UK.
All of these companies have their headquarters in England, and have been judged on the basis of their distinctive business model, market potential, growth, and impact on their respective industries. The list reflects the growth and diversity of the startup culture in England, showcasing businesses from all over the country.
Humaans
Founded by Giovanni Luperti and Karolis Narkevicius in London, Humaans is built around the concept of providing intuitive employee management software for remote and distributed teams. Its unique HR platform empowers businesses to keep a central hub of employee data while also creating a customisable HR stack that manages various employee-related components. The company’s aim is to automate complex manual processes like onboarding, offboarding, promotions, compensation management, and more, to facilitate smoother people operations. Follow them on Twitter and LinkedIn.
NextRetreat
NextRetreat, founded by Martin Studencan, has streamlined the process of organising team travel by providing a platform where businesses can research, book, and plan everything they need for a perfect team retreat, all in one place. The platform is based in London and focuses on team travel organiser’s needs, offering top-notch customer support. Connect with them on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.
Bondaval
Bondaval is a FinTech startup that disrupts traditional modes of B2B credit security. Founded by Sam Damoussi and Tom Powell in London, Bondaval offers a digital platform that replaces traditional collateral-based instruments and trade credit insurance. It provides a more secure way of secured credit that can be issued, amended, renewed, and claimed-on in real-time. Keep up with their work on their Twitter and LinkedIn accounts.
Soveren
Soveren, founded by Andrew Zhulin, Dima Zhulin, and Peter Fedchenkov in London, delivers powerful solutions for modern security teams to regain control over sensitive data. Soveren uses proprietary technology to scan Kubernetes clusters in real time, automating data discovery, classification, and continuously enforcing security and compliance policies. This helps reduce the probability of data breaches and expensive fines. Follow them on LinkedIn.
CM Ventures
In the B2B and B2C markets, CM Ventures, a venture capital firm out of London, provides strategic investments. The firm was founded by Nikolay Dyachkov and Vagan Khranyan in 2020. Their investment strategies are followed by many within the industry. Connect with them on their LinkedIn channel.
SalesDRIIVN
SalesDRIIVN, based in London, is enhancing its capabilities in Business Intelligence and Market Research. The company has carved a niche for itself in the B2B sector. Stay updated with their progress on Facebook and LinkedIn.
Booked It
Booked It provides innovative online bookings management software and creative-value led marketing solutions for the leisure, hospitality, and entertainment industry. Based in London, you can follow their story on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.
Osinto
Osinto, a London-based startup founded by Charles Osborne, is focused on Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, B2B, Business Intelligence, Lead Generation, Machine Learning, Market Research and Natural Language Processing. Stay updated with Osinto’s work on their Twitter account and their LinkedIn page.
ProsperUs
ProsperUs, located in London, offers digital asset technologies that facilitate various types of value transfer between peers. The company promises secure and frictionless peer-to-peer exchanges, whether the exchanged asset is currency, loyalty points, or real estate. Connect with them on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.
EcardForest
Founded by Dayana Doncheva in London, EcardForest aims to incorporate sustainability into the sphere of greetings. The company offers online group ecards that are both easy to sign and eco-friendly. It features a selection of handcrafted ecards for various occasions such as birthdays, farewells, baby showers and weddings. Follow their journey on LinkedIn.
SenseCheck
SenseCheck is a London-based startup that enhances marketing success through collective contribution. The platform, developed by small business owners for small business owners, allows for reciprocal provision and receipt of unbiased second opinions on business strategies and marketing plans, helping to optimise marketing performance and avoid costly errors. Stay updated with their updates on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn
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To sum it up, England houses a host of innovative startups, each with their unique focus and approaches to solving business problems and obtaining growth. The potential they each hold for the bigger picture of the global business sphere is immense and we eagerly look forward to the innovative strategies they bring to the table in the future.
