I have been privy to the launch of Envestors in Manchester for sometime, and was amazed to see the following article on the Insider before the official launch. Once I have clearance, I will reveal more information about this.

News brief from Insider

London investment club Envestors is planning to launch in Manchester as part of a move to take advantage of "wider pockets of wealth". The network, which was set up in 2004 to offer high-net-worth individuals the chance to invest between £20,000 and £2m in early-stage businesses, also plans to expand into Jersey. Partner Scott Houghton said: "Our model involves us identifying a shortlist of early stage businesses that show real promise, which then benefit from a no-nonsense approach to help them prepare to get funding." The group won Private Investor Network of the Year at the annual Investor Allstar awards.