UMi secures FCA approval as Appointed Representative

UMi is thrilled to announce its successful accreditation as a Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) Appointed Representative, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing work to make it easier for businesses to access the best business grants, finance and investment. 

This new status reflects UMi’s commitment to delivering fair, responsible, and expert-backed services, underpinned by its strong values, shown through its employee-owned approach and B-Corp status. As an Appointed Representative of Optimum ELITE, UMi now offers enhanced commercial finance support to businesses navigating the complex funding landscape. 

The FCA approval coincides with the launch of Get Funding, UMi’s innovative new service that aims to simplify access to the best funding opportunities. Through this initiative, businesses can benefit from the guidance of a dedicated Business Funding Adviser, who will work alongside them every step of the way to identify and secure the most suitable funding for their unique needs. 

Julie Cuthbertson, UMi’s Business Funding Director, expressed her excitement, saying: “Securing FCA approval gives the businesses we work with access to the best network of commercial finance providers and is a testament to our unwavering commitment to doing things the right way—ethically, responsibly, and with the best interests of businesses at heart. Our Get Funding service is designed to remove the guesswork and complexity of finding the right funding. With this accreditation, we’re giving business owners even more confidence that they are in safe hands.” 

UMi’s expertise ensures that businesses can access a wealth of opportunities tailored to their goals. Whether securing a competitive business grant, sourcing investment, or navigating commercial finance options, UMi offers unparalleled support. 

With FCA approval in place, UMi is now better equipped than ever to connect SMEs with more than 180 finance providers. 

If you need support with business funding or would like to join our partner network, find out how UMi’s Get Funding service can support you to go further at www.umigetfunding.co.uk/get-funding