Our Work
A university Biotech spin-out
Raising finance
1. Context: Eddyline Ventures was engaged by an early-stage biotech spin-out from a leading UK university. The company's mission is to revolutionise the treatment of severe mental illness with biomarker discover by combing ground-breaking foundational stem cell and AI/ML technologies.
2. Approach: Eddyline Ventures led the company through a successful initial fund-raising round with angel investors and InnovateUK Biomedical Catalyst grant of £700k. Our team provided strategic leadership to navigate the complexities of the spin-out, ensuring a seamless transition while safeguarding the company’s IP.
3. Outcome: The biotech company secured critical early-stage funding, established a solid foundation for future growth, and maintained control over its innovative IP, positioning itself as a frontrunner in the mental health sector .
an Early-stage autonomous aircraft company
infrastructure to enable growth
1. Context: A rapidly growing autonomous UAV (unmanned aerial vehicle or drone) company approached Eddyline Ventures with the need to scale profitably and prepare for a potential future exit. The company faced operational inefficiencies between business functions that needed to be addressed to achieve its growth objectives.
2. Approach: Eddyline Ventures designed and executed a comprehensive digital transformation strategy, working closely with the leadership team to set strategic priorities. We introduced a new balanced scorecard management process with KPI monitoring to ensure the company could scale effectively.
3. Outcome: The UAV company successfully scaled its operations, optimized processes, and enhanced its market value, positioning it for a future successful exit .
An ambitious TV production company
Strategy Execution
1. Context: Eddyline Ventures was engaged by a multi-award-winning independent television production company that needed to enhance its governance structure to align with its growth objectives and prepare for a strategic exit .
2. Approach: Acting as the Non-Executive Chair, Eddyline Ventures introduced rigorous governance practices and collaborated with the executive team to develop a strategic growth plan. This plan was designed to increase the company's value and align with long-term growth and a targeted exit strategy.
3. Outcome: The production company strengthened its governance framework, providing a solid foundation for sustainable growth and significantly increasing its attractiveness to potential buyers.
an early-stage it security company
empowering strategic growth
1. Context: A cybersecurity and data protection firm engaged Eddyline Ventures to help resolve organizational challenges that were stalling its growth and operational efficiency.
2. Approach: Eddyline Ventures redesigned the company’s business operating model, revised short and medium-term strategies, and restructured the leadership team to foster a positive company culture and drive growth .
3. Outcome: The cybersecurity firm achieved over 100% growth in revenue and profit within six months, overcoming its previous challenges and establishing a robust foundation for continued success.