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Wellbeing

Sustainability is the new zeitgeist. Increased consumer awareness is driving demand for sustainable and net-zero carbon solutions to a large range of business activities. On top of this, ESG requirements are increasingly becoming enshrined in both law and investment criteria, meaning that, regardless of what sector you’re operating in, sustainability is something your business needs to be aware of.

Wellbeing

Wellbeing refers to a range of industries and companies that focus on improving the health and wellbeing of individuals, communities, and the environment. This sector encompasses a wide range of businesses, from healthcare providers and biotech firms, to companies focused on renewable energy, sustainable food, and wellness products.

One of the key drivers of growth in the wellbeing sector is the increasing mindfulness of the population towards their physical and mental health. The food we eat, the air we breathe, and the products we use can all have a significant impact on our health and wellbeing. To meet this demand, many companies are focusing on developing sustainable products and services that can improve both personal and environmental health.

Changing consumer attitudes and preferences also have a part to play; consumers are increasingly looking for products and services that align with their values. This has led to an explosion of wellness products and services over the last five years, from organic foods and supplements to fitness and wellness programs.

What Our Clients Say

We were delighted with the debt advisory support we received from Polestar. We were looking for flexible banking facilities to support the growth of People Value and Polestar lead the identification of several banking partners and supported us in tailoring the facilities

Pascal Wittet, Ethos Partners

Recent Transactions

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M&A

Acquisition of app-based mental wellbeing support provider to US-based Terryberry

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Exit

Advised fast-growing ESG consultancy and software provider on partial exit and development capital with funding from Bridges (impact investor), MSCI and Farview

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Exit

Polestar advised on Sale of Hughes and Salvidge Waste Management Limited

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MBO

Disposal of this market-leading flexible benefits software business to management - backed by Ethos Partners

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Debt Advisory

Refinancing of eGreen from HSBC to Arbuthnot Latham

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MBO

Investment in adult education and skills business by Bridge Ventures

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Strategic Support

Growth capital provided for green building materials business by Octopus Ventures and Clydesdale Growth fund

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Debt Advisory

Debt advisory for Produce World on renegotiation of group facilities

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Debt Advisory

Supported management in raising capital for a local community solar farm

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Debt Advisory

Debt Advisory to buy out minority shareholders, funded by Barclays Bank Plc

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Exit

Sale of metal recycling business to market leader, European Metal Recycling

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Debt Advisory

Crowd funding of community solar farm

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Debt Advisory

Debt advisory on working capital facility provided by Nucleus Commercial Finance, for green building materials business