We were established as First Enterprise Business Agency in 1989 in partnership with Nottingham City Council to encourage and support the local BME community into economic activity after the riots of the 80s. By 1993, we broadened our support to the whole business community and became independent of the council.

Since then, we've grown considerably and now work with a range of partners to support businesses across the East Midlands and South East Midlands.* Today, we promote inclusive business and work with our funding partners to ensure everyone can access the business advice and finance they need for their business to succeed.

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Midlands Engine Investment Fund Report

The Midlands Engine Investment Fund (MEIF) is a collaboration between The British Business Bank and 10 Local Enterprise Partnerships (LEPS) across the Midlands. As part of our partnership, we manage the 13 million small business loans pot for the East and South East Midlands. MEIF small business loans range from 25,001 to 150,000 and are available to new and growing businesses.

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Bailey Wilmot

Jan 17, 2022

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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness
Quick and swift. Nabeel was really helpful, he guided me through from the start to end. Helping me work with the plan and gathering all documents needed.

Michal Pekalski

Jan 13, 2022

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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness
Amazing help from Chris! He was great, and I believe they all are like him.
Without this help, we wouldn't be able to speed up growth of our business.

James Hinchcliffe

Aug 15, 2021

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Positive: Professionalism, Responsiveness
The start up business loan is a great option for businesses to access finance, which, at present is becoming ever more challenging with the volume of applications mainstream banks are having to manage.

Razvan Purcaru

Aug 14, 2021

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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness
First Enterprise - Enterprise Loans helped and guided me from start to finish , i have received the maximum level of support they can offer for my business in order to develop and run smoothly

Luke Worrall

Jun 16, 2021

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The help I received from Callum was great, he guided me through the process brilliantly. I felt like I knew my business better once we finished as it was very thorough. It felt like a very personal one to one service although I’m sure I wasn’t the only person he was helping. Thanks Callum.

Ross Bartley

Jun 13, 2021

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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness
Great service, supportive business advisor, easy and clear process. From start to finish the whole process was really straight forward, you have templates to help you form your application, then you have 1 to 1 support from your business advisor and you are supported and communicated through from start to finish. Highly recommend.

Saul Mahoney

Jun 11, 2021

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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness, Value
First Enterprise have helped me secure a start-up loan. The process involved scrutinising my business plan which, in itself, was a very useful exercise. The advice and attentiveness has been very much appreciated.

George Naylor

Jun 08, 2021

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My business advisor Callum, was brilliant, he helped me fine tune all aspects of my business plan and I felt that he understood all parts of my business and my requirements. It's not "just another client" to him, he really does try and go above and beyond to get you through.
10/10 would recommend.

Lanso Saru

May 21, 2021

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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness
Really enjoyed working with my mentor Emily, she provided the guidance I needed in a professional and fun way. It was like we were on the same team. She is a Pro in her field and a wonderful person. I genuinely recommend First Enterprise. Ruslan

Manoj Shinh

Apr 19, 2021

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My Business adviser at First Enterprise Loans, Ms. Emily Guest, is a dedicated professional, very understanding, supportive, encouraging and friendly too. I felt at ease with her regarding all verbal and written communications.
The application process was not at all daunting as she provided a guided talk through. The overall experience has been timely, smooth and wonderful. I highly recommend First Enterprise Loans. Many thanks Emily 🙏