JECO Secures $1.3m Through British Business Bank and Games Angels Backing

The British Business Bank recently made its inaugural investment through the Regional Angels Programme's co-investment platform, collaborating with Games Angels, funding JECO, a toolset provider designed for video game developers, with $1.3 million. This investment aligns with the programme's mission to combat regional equity finance disparities by enabling access to capital for early-stage businesses located outside of London. Founded by a Forbes 30 Under 30 entrepreneur and an experienced industry professional, JECO aims to revolutionize software development and hardware utilization. The British Business Bank, guided by Mark Barry, aims to strengthen the UK's regional economy by targeting innovative sectors. Meanwhile, JECO co-founder Emily Bailey emphasizes the company's commitment to optimizing development processes and addressing environmental issues through technology. Games Angels' Nick Button-Brown acknowledges JECO's strong market impact potential, driven by its innovative approach to software development. The British Business Bank, a government-owned economic development entity, continues to support sustainable growth and transition to a net-zero economy by improving finance access for small businesses across the UK.