NPIF – Mercia Equity Finance
Government fundInactiveNewcastle upon Tyne · Seed–Growth · 33 people tracked
This fund appears to be inactive.
It is unlikely to be making new investments — this profile is kept for reference and historical accuracy.
Investment thesis
The fund focuses on supporting equity investments in the North of England, aiming to address the disparity in equity deal activity between the North and London/South East. It backs innovative and fast-growth businesses at any stage of the growth cycle, from start-up to scale-up, where growth cannot be funded through debt alone. As part of the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund, it seeks to build a vibrant and sustainable venture capital community across the North, concentrating on the Yorkshire & Humber and Tees Valley regions.
Source: firm website, verified Jul 29, 2026.
Team · 33 people
from the firm's websiteChief Executive Officer of Mercia Asset Management PLC, quoted on the firm's vision to be the first choice for investors, investees, and employees.
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does NPIF – Mercia Equity Finance invest at?
- NPIF – Mercia Equity Finance invests at the Seed, Series A, Growth stages.
- What sectors does NPIF – Mercia Equity Finance focus on?
- NPIF – Mercia Equity Finance focuses on Healthtech, SaaS, Sector Agnostic.
- Where is NPIF – Mercia Equity Finance located?
- NPIF – Mercia Equity Finance is headquartered in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB.
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