Edge leads £4m Hoop series-A

BGF also took part in the round, which will enable the company to invest in the development of its operations division and prepare for expansion into the US market.

As part of the deal, Edge investment manager Niall Santamaria will take a seat on the Hoop board of directors.

Previous funding
BGF Ventures led a £2.4m round of seed capital funding for Hoop in September 2017.

Company
Founded in 2016 and headquartered in London, Hoop is an online platform that enables parents to book local activities such as swimming lessons, drama classes and creative workshops for their children.

People
Edge Investments – David Glick (CEO); Niall Santamaria (investment manager).
Hoop – Daniel Bower (CEO).

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