Innovation Banking
We’re built for what you’re becoming
Your vision requires more than day-to-day banking
See how we help high-growth and venture-backed businesses from startup to stand out.
Access to our network
We can connect you to the best of the UK’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. Benefit from our community's expansive knowledge, network with investors and work with our coaches and accelerator programmes, whichever business stage you’re at.
We'll match your momentum
For knowledge that matches your ambition. We'll put our full power behind your venture and provide you with services and solutions that fit your trajectory.
10 years supporting innovation
Our Innovation Banking specialists will help you overcome your challenges. To date, we've provided tailored servicing to more than 53,000 businesses which have raised a total of over £31 billion. We’ve supported 13 UK unicorns to accelerate their growth and we'll do the same for you.
Support for your next-level growth
Banking that scales alongside you.
Start
Our Relationship Managers understand that your ambition needs more support than just day-to-day banking. You can get access to an entrepreneurial ecosystem and build strategic connections with venture capital firms to support your funding needs. Using the Demo Directory we can help you showcase your solutions and gain visibility with investors and industry leaders.
Grow
Since 2015, we've been committed to providing expertise for high-growth businesses. Our Innovation Banking Relationship Managers will deliver specialist solutions for your individual needs. From managing cashflow to going global, our team and trusted third-party partners provide your business with additional expertise and support.
Exit
For larger innovative businesses, we provide comprehensive corporate banking services, including tailored financial plans that address your goals. If that's to exit, our Private Bank team work alongside you, offering guidance on pre- and post-business exit planning and structuring considerations.
Investors, universities and advisers
Fast track the growth of the businesses you’re supporting.
Our referral programme allows businesses that you support to be fast-tracked as part of their onboarding to Innovation Banking. It also guarantees eligibility for Innovation Banking, meaning access to Relationship Managers and our tailored services, even if they haven’t secured venture backing yet.
Tech that transforms
We can provide specialist expertise and in-depth knowledge of the technology sector.
Climate tech
From seed to scale, speak to us about our specialised industry growth programmes, networks and events.
Life sciences and health tech
We can support your business growth as you solve healthcare challenges with new and emerging technologies.
Emerging tech and AI
We could support your deep tech and AI business growth, through mentorship, investors and accelerator programmes.
Tools to build what's next
Finance options
At every stage of your business's growth, we have funding solutions to suit you. Get access to debt products as your business offerings move from market-tested to market growth, and then into positive cashflow and profitability.
Maximise return on your deposits
We understand how important positive cashflow is for your business and its investors. Ask us for the returns you can expect with our Innovation Banking team.
Subject to normal lending assessment, status and application. Terms and conditions apply.
Success stories
From health tech to hospitality, see how we've helped businesses in all industries with our specialist support.
Ways we support businesses like yours
Take your business worldwide
Whether you’re importing or exporting, starting out or expanding further, we have the tools and services to help your business grow.
Private Bank and Wealth Advisers
Our dedicated team will focus on your financial needs as you build your business. From helping balance your liquidity, lifestyle aspirations and legacy goals, we'll connect you with the right people when you need them most.
Supporting innovative UK businesses
Build your business with Eagle Labs, our entrepreneurial network for ambitious startups and scaleups. You can access our tailored learning services, podcasts, industry insights, events, expert connections and networks, including with business investors.
Barclays Entrepreneur Awards
Since 2015, we've been celebrating British innovators who are changing their industries, the economy and society in original and positive ways. Nomination in the awards can build recognition and create buzz for you and your business on a national scale.