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Valloop
[edit]Valloop is a UK-based financial technology company that facilitates the transition of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to employee ownership. Founded in 2019, the company leverages artificial intelligence (AI) and digital platforms to streamline the process of converting privately held businesses into employee-owned enterprises. Valloop's mission is to promote inclusive economic participation and long-term business sustainability through employee ownership models.
History
[edit]Valloop was established by Stephen Greenwood and Jim Lowrie, professionals with backgrounds in finance, mergers and acquisitions, and SME consultancy. The founders identified a market opportunity to democratise business ownership by enabling employees to acquire stakes in the companies they work for. In 2010, Greenwood initiated a think tank to explore mechanisms for unlocking SME wealth through democratic ownership structures. After five years of development, the team introduced the "Intelligent Buy-Out" (IBO) framework, designed to facilitate employee-led acquisitions of SMEs[1].
Operations
[edit]Valloop's primary offering is the Valloop Exchange, a digital platform developed in partnership with GFT Technologies[2]. The platform employs AI and machine learning to automate key aspects of the employee ownership transition process, including business valuation, succession planning, and governance. The Valloop Exchange aims to simplify the transition for SMEs and make employee ownership more accessible and scalable. GFT
In April 2024, Valloop expanded its operations by opening a new office in Stockport[3], Greater Manchester. The office, located in the STOK development, serves as a regional hub to support SMEs in Northern England. The move aligns with Valloop's strategy to promote employee ownership models across the UK.
Business Model
[edit]Valloop operates an evergreen investment fund targeting a net asset value of £900 million over five years, with plans to invest in 30,000 SMEs over the next decade. The fund focuses on facilitating employee buyouts, providing a structured pathway for SMEs to transition to employee ownership. The company reports receiving unsolicited interest from over 250 SME owners, representing a combined business value of £1.2 billion[4].
Leadership
[edit]- Stephen Greenwood: Co-founder and Global CEO, Greenwood has a background in finance and corporate management. He leads Valloop's strategic initiatives and advocates for employee ownership models.
- Jim Lowrie: Co-founder and Director, Lowrie brings expertise in SME leadership and consultancy. He contributes to Valloop's governance and international market strategies.
- Baroness Sharon Bowles of Berkhamsted: Non-Executive Director, Bowles is a former Member of the European Parliament and a member of the UK House of Lords. She provides strategic guidance on financial regulation and governance.
- Somerset Morkell: Non-Executive Director, Morkell offers experience in business transformation and corporate strategy.
- Garry Boyd: Non-Executive Director, Boyd specialises in corporate governance and business development.
- Dmitry Kharchenko: Non-Executive Director, Kharchenko is a technology leader with experience in fintech and data-driven solutions.
See Also
[edit]- ^ Cooper, Lanna. "New fund to radicalise SME buy-outs through employee ownership". Startups Magazine. Retrieved 2025-04-23.
- ^ "Valloop partners with GFT to build platform that helps accelerate and scale employee ownership". GFT. Retrieved 2025-04-23.
- ^ "National employee ownership business, Valloop, invests in Stockport". Marketing Stockport. 2024-04-22. Retrieved 2025-04-23.
- ^ Cooper, Lanna. "New fund to radicalise SME buy-outs through employee ownership". Startups Magazine. Retrieved 2025-04-23.
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