A Personal Funding Brokerage for UK SMEs
We are based in Nottinghamshire and built around one idea: business owners should get straight answers and suitable funding recommendations, not sales pressure.
Our Story
CapExpand started after seeing too many business owners get mixed messages when they needed funding quickly. Some were pushed into products that did not fit. Others were left waiting with no real guidance.
We built a broker model that is simple: understand the case properly, explain the options clearly, and recommend what is suitable based on the facts.
Today, CapExpand has helped over 1,000 UK businesses access more than £15M+ in funding. We are still hands-on, and we still work the same way: clear advice first, funding second.
When you call us, you speak to real people who know your case. No endless transfers. No scripted hard sell.
Meet Our Team

Alexander Beardsley
Founder & Director
Alex founded CapExpand to give UK business owners a straightforward way to compare funding options. He is hands-on with applications and focuses on clear communication, fair expectations, and practical outcomes.
alex@capexpand.comJennifer Clarke
Head of Business Development
Jennifer works closely with funding partners and helps shape options for retail and hospitality clients. Her focus is speed, clarity, and setting up deals clients can realistically manage.
jennifer@capexpand.comDavid Mitchell
Senior Funding Specialist
David supports clients who need a second route after a bank decline. He helps package cases properly and explains terms in plain language so there are no surprises.
david@capexpand.com
Elizabeth Bousfield
Client Success Manager
Elizabeth keeps the process moving once an application is live, from document collection through to completion. She is often the person clients speak with for updates and next steps.
Elizabeth@capexpand.comOur Values
Transparent & Honest
We provide clear, honest guidance on payment solutions and funding options for your business.
Expert Guidance
Our team has years of experience negotiating fees and finding the best deals for UK businesses.
Better Rates
Our buying power secures preferential rates not available through direct sales channels.
Dedicated Support
Every client gets a dedicated account manager to guide them through the entire process.
How We Work With Clients
We take a practical approach: understand your numbers, explain the options, and help you choose what fits your business today.
If we do not think an option is right for you, we will say so. Long-term trust matters more than a quick deal.
Ready to experience the CapExpand difference?
Join 1,000+ UK businesses who trust us to get them better rates