Case Studies

Read how we’ve helped get small business off the ground and launched into successful ventures with our collection of case studies below.

In a world where second chances are often frustratingly hard to come by, Jennifer Mensah's story stands as a testament to determination, resilience, and the power of self-belief. Arriving in the UK having fled a history of abuse and seeking asylum, Jennifer always had a strong desire to work and …
The need to overcome adversity is an all-too-common theme in the story of borrowers who approach Purple Shoots for support. However, it is here that we find a group of entrepreneurs with a passion, motivation, and drive that few can match, and that is absolutely no exception in the case …
Here is Paris’ business story in her words: ShearWater Eco is a Welsh company based in South Wales with it's own brand of eco friendly household products. Tŷ Môr - Home of the Sea is a popular and affordable line of tree free, zero waste, plastic free and non toxic paper …
Cullan runs a podcasting business called The Central Club based in Cardiff which has featured so far a wide cross-section of people from celebrities and politicians to unsung heroes or just people with something to say. But it hasn’t always been like this. Cullan had a happy and secure childhood but …