Disrupting the traditional consulting model to support scaling Fintechs
London, UK – 6 February 2025
Fintech Fringe has launched Scale&Grow, a fintech-first consultancy built to help later-stage fintechs (Series A+) scale smarter, faster, and more efficiently. Scale&Grow offers radical transparency and direct access toindustry experts—cutting out unnecessary costs and unlocking practical, high-impact support for scaling businesses.
Scaling beyond Series A is one of the toughest phases for fintechs. Industry data shows that one-third of startups fail after raising Series A, and fintechs face even steeper challenges—with up to 75% of investor-backed fintechs ultimately failing. Key obstacles include securing follow-on investment, navigating complex regulations, building commercial traction, and expanding into new
markets.
Scale&Grow fills a critical gap by giving fintechs direct access to industry leaders who have helped build, scale, and exit successful businesses. With a transparent, execution-first model, Scale&Grow
provides fintechs with the specialist expertise needed to drive commercial traction, secure investment,
and achieve sustainable growth—without the inefficiencies of traditional consulting.
The Scale&Grow advisory team is composed of some of the most respected leaders in fintech, each
bringing unparalleled expertise to supporting scaling businesses:
● Alison Donnelly – Director at fscom | Regulation & Compliance Specialist
● Chris Hill – Partner at Fox Williams | Fintech Legal & Regulatory Specialist
● Alex Reed – Co-founder of Mountside Ventures | Fundraising & VC Strategy
● Nadia Edwards-Dashti – Co-founder of Harrington Starr | Talent & Operations Specialist
● Angela Yore – CEO of SkyParlour | Fintech PR & Marketing
● Thomas Wells – Director at Frazier Deeter | US Accounting & Tax Expert
● Karen Allan – Partner at HaysMac – UK Accounting & Tax Experts
● Tamara Gillan – CEO Ffinc – Female Entrepreneurship
Together, these industry veterans will provide fintechs with the hands-on support and strategic insights
they need to navigate the complexities of scaling successfully.
"Scaling shouldn’t come with unnecessary costs or inefficiencies. Scale&Grow delivers exactly what fintechs need—expert execution, commercial traction, and sustainable growth strategies—without inflated fees or wasted time. We’ve built a fintech-first model that connects scaling businesses directly with proven industry specialists, ensuring they get the right expertise at the right time, at a fair market rate.”
“Scaling a business is one of the most exhilarating yet complex journeys a founder can take. Scale&Grow removes the hurdles by providing direct access to experts who have been through it before. Whether it’s securing investment, navigating regulations, or building a standout brand, fintech’s need real, practical support. This consultancy is a game-changer for ambitious fintech’s ready to accelerate their growth with confidence.”
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About Fintech Fringe
Fintech Fringe is the fastest-growing fintech ecosystem in the UK, dedicated to supporting the scale and growth of fintech companies. Launched in June 2023 with a festival at London Tech Week, it was praised as an “accelerator on steroids” for scaling businesses. Building on this success, Fintech Fringe introduced an annual programme of events with Rise, created by Barclays, and launched Forum—an interactive platform dubbed the “LinkedIn for fintech.” With the upcoming launch of its Marketplace and consulting arm, Scale & Grow, Fintech Fringe is set to provide comprehensive support for companies looking to expand in the UK and beyond. By laying the foundations for a thriving fintech ecosystem in the UK, Fintech Fringe is well-positioned to expand its offering into other markets, creating a globally connected network.
Media contact
Lauren Bellis, SkyParlour
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+44 (0)330 043 1315