Crowdfunding Reports

Knowledge Peers has completed the first two of a series of four research reports aimed at shedding light on SME-focused Investment Crowdfunding.

The first phase of research identifies key trends within the nascent industry and provides a snap-shot of the current state of play, including sizing and industry trajectory

The second phase of research highlights key findings into the way SMEs engage with different forms of funding. It allows for a better understanding of SME attitudes and perceptions towards a range of non-bank, “alternative” funding forms, including crowdfunding, peer to peer lending and platform based invoice discounting. The research is based on in depth surveys with over 100 established SMEs.

This third phase of research highlights key findings into the way online investors seek and assess crowdfunding opportunities. The research allows for a better understanding of investor preferences when considering such opportunities and identifies the type and quality of the information that online investors expect prior to making a decision.

By focusing on industry players, these reports are best suited for those who wish to garner a better understanding of how this nascent industry facilitates SME funding and provides readers with a benchmark analysis on how this industry is developing for SME finance.

How to Access Our Reports: Full individual members of the Alternative Funding Network have free access to the Crowdfunding Report. Other membership benefits for 2014 include: Access to our research team led by Tania Ziegler, Programme Manager for the AFN. Full membership of the AFN’s secure online network, which includes most of the key individuals in the Alternative Funding Space. All of our news briefings and downloadable video case studies with Funders, Experts and Users of Alternative Finance. Quarterly Market sizing and Analysis Access to our in-depth Crowdfunding industry reports Free attendance at 4 morning seminars and at our ½ day alternative funding conference. If you're interested please follow this link to purchase an annual membership to the Alternative Funding Network for £295 (+VAT) Team Membership to the Alternative Funding Network: The Alternative Funding Network is happy to offer a team membership option for up to 5 individuals for £695 (+VAT). If you're interested please contact the team on AFN@knowledgepeers.com or 0203 176 5243