Partner with FDC

Providing investment across different asset classes​

More than money: A dedicated investment partner

At FDC, we specialise in empowering SMEs and property developers with the tailored investment solutions needed to realise their growth ambitions. Founded in 2016, and acquired by Mercia Asset Management in 2021, we have dedicated ourselves to not just funding businesses, but fostering true partnerships.

We understand that securing financing is only one piece of the business growth jigsaw. That’s why we offer more than money; we provide comprehensive support and knowledge that extends beyond just finance. Our dedicated team offer expert business advice with decades of banking and industry experience.

FDC offers a genuine alternative to traditional bank lending, with growing regional presences and investing across all UK regions.

Funds under Management
c.£ 10 m
Businesses supported
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FDC team members
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Your trusted partner for financing solutions

FDC is part of Mercia Debt, understanding the crucial roles that advisers and management teams play in securing financing solutions for businesses. For more information about funds managed by the Group, visit their website.

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Long-term investment packages

With a holistic approach to every deal, typical companies £10-£30m turnover and £1-£5m EBITDA and investment characteristics that demonstrate high returns relative to risk.

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Responsible and supportive investor

FDC makes good deals; deals with integrity, deals that enable growth and seek positive outcomes for wider stakeholders. Every investment aligns with our responsible investor policy.

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Flexible long-term deals

With a holistic approach to every deal, our debt funding can work for most business models. No stringent lending criteria, just a deep understanding of your client's business.

Extensive Regional Networks

Recognised in the regional corporate finance community, our experienced team help SMEs navigate the funding process, from partnering with other lenders to finding management executives.

Our journey began in 2010 in the wake of the global financial crisis. Established to support regional business growth as an alternative funder to risk-averse traditional banks, we started out with only £10m funds un management. 

Today, we are a national funder, investing in SMEs across the UK and supporting property development within the West Midlands. We manage c.£400m FuM across 7 live funds and are now part of Mercia Asset Management PLC, having been acquired in 2021.

Debt funding for expansion

Sue Summers

Chief Executive Director

John Handley

Non-Executive Director

Pauline Watson

Operations Director

Graham Mold

Head of Growth Capital

Nick Oakley

Head of Property Finance
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British Business Investments

British Business Investments invests in providers of debt capital and equity finance to increase the overall supply and diversity of finance on offer to UK smaller businesses. British Business Investments Ltd is a wholly-owned commercial subsidiary of the British Business Bank, a development bank wholly owned by the UK Government. Neither British Business Bank plc, nor British Business Investments Ltd are authorised or regulated by the Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) or the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).

West Midlands Pension Fund

Our partner The West Midlands Pension Fund is one of the UK's largest pension funds, managing and administering the pension interests of our members and scheme employers. The City of Wolverhampton Council is the administering authority responsible for the administration of the Fund.

West Midlands Combined Authority

The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) is a collaboration of 18 local authorities, including Birmingham City Council and four Local Enterprise Partnerships (LEPs) including Greater Birmingham & Solihull LEP, working together to move powers from Whitehall to the West Midlands.

Request the latest IM and partner with FDC

We have a track record of working with established institutional investors. To discuss opportunities to work with FDC as a fund manager, get in touch and request our IM by filling in our online form:

Call:

0345 319 4528

Email:

marketing@frontierdevelopmentcapital.com

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