ENGLAND – A Bristol-based online travel agent has received a £250,000 funding boost through SWIG Finance.
Heidi offers ski and snowboard holiday packages to hundreds of resorts throughout Europe.
The company sought funding as it transitioned through a rebrand, with six new jobs now set to be created at its King Street offices.
The loan was backed by the British Business Bank’s Recovery Loan Scheme.
Co-owner Marcus Blunt said: “It is very encouraging that SWIG take a human approach to lending, and this is what made the experience so positive. Our business manager, Nicola, took the time to really understand our business, what we needed and where we wanted it to go. Nicola was able to see the opportunities ahead and this did significantly contribute to securing the funds.”
SWIG Finance senior business manager Nicola Mapp added: ” Alexander and Marcus have worked incredibly hard to keep the momentum going, despite the very harsh market conditions created by Covid. The fact that they have been able to continue growing the business whilst facing major disruptions is a testimony of their determination to succeed. The product they are offering is innovative in their marketplace and their mission to make these types of holidays more accessible will be key in helping them to stand out against their competitors.”
