Follow-on funding for Outlook Expeditions

 

29/05/09

 

Matt Wells, Rhys Davies, David Staziker and David Wood (Outlook Expeditions' chairman) at Llanberis PassThe UK’s top independent youth expedition company, Outlook Expeditions, can continue its growth plans thanks to a follow-on investment from Finance Wales.

 

We’ve invested a total of £710,000 in Outlook Expeditions. The latest round gives the company more capital which it will use to expand its client base.

 

Investing for the long-term

 

We’re keen to build lasting relationships with our customers. When Outlook Expeditions approached us for follow-on funding we were happy to talk to its founders, Matt Wells and Rhys Davies.

 

Finance Wales has made a number of investments in Outlook Expeditions since it was founded in 2001. Most recently we invested £470,000 in May 2009.

 

Our investment experts can structure the right funding package to support your company’s expansion. The investments we’ve made in Outlook Expeditions are a combination of debt and equity.

 

To find out how Finance Wales can help you achieve your growth ambitions, or to find out how a further round of funding can support your business’ expansion contact us.

 

Ethical expansion

 

Since 2001 Outlook Expeditions has provided thousands of young people with the opportunity to participate in outdoor activities. Our investment will enable Outlook Expeditions to increase its client base by engaging more with schools and youth groups.

 

The company, based in Snowdonia, operates at more than 40 destinations around the world. It promotes environmental awareness and responsible travel and is the first company of its kind to be awarded CarbonNeutral status.