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New Case Study: Check out Hailey HR's Year of Explosive Growth! At Gilion, we are thrilled to witness technology transform the HR landscape. Hailey HR is at the forefront addressing the complexities of human resources with an all-encompassing platform. Hailey HR has made remarkable strides in 2023 by harnessing technology to streamline HR processes, allowing companies to focus on their most valuable asset – their people. In a record-breaking year, Henrik Jakobson 🖖, Kristofer Ericson, Peter Weibull and the wider Hailey HR team have: • Within six months, grown its ARR by 70% after securing a Growth Loan from Gilion. • Doubled their customer base to now include over 500 companies. • Raised their valuations by an impressive 85%. • Expanded their team to more than 100 dedicated professionals. • Secured another Growth Loan, totaling €3 million (€1.7 million in Q3 2023, and €1.3 million n Q2 2024), a true testament to our belief in the company, its leadership, and our solidified partnership. We are excited to see what the future holds for Hailey HR as they continue to lead the way in HR tech innovation. Check out the full case at: https://lnkd.in/dbjHB43c

New Case Study: Check out Hailey HR's Year of Explosive Growth! At Gilion, we are thrilled to witness technology transform the HR landscape. Hailey HR is at the forefront addressing the complexities of human resources with an all-encompassing platform. Hailey HR has made remarkable strides in 2023 by harnessing technology to streamline HR processes, allowing companies to focus on their most valuable asset – their people. In a record-breaking year, Henrik Jakobson 🖖, Kristofer Ericson, Peter Weibull and the wider Hailey HR team have: • Within six months, grown its ARR by 70% after securing a Growth Loan from Gilion. • Doubled their customer base to now include over 500 companies. • Raised their valuations by an impressive 85%. • Expanded their team to more than 100 dedicated professionals. • Secured another Growth Loan, totaling €3 million (€1.7 million in Q3 2023, and €1.3 million n Q2 2024), a true testament to our belief in the company, its leadership, and our solidified partnership. We are excited to see what the future holds for Hailey HR as they continue to lead the way in HR tech innovation. Check out the full case at: https://lnkd.in/dbjHB43c

🚀 Exciting Updates in the Latest Edition of Creditworthy! 🚀 As markets heat up despite the summer vibes in Europe, we've packed this issue with must-read insights for entrepreneurs and tech funding pros: 🔹 AI in Banking: Explore how AI could boost banking profits by 9%, according to Citi’s Ronit Ghose 🔹 M&A in Europe: Learn from Lifesum's acquisition of Lykon and the hidden growth potential in B2C SaaS. 🔹 Startup Funding Rounds: Discover why traditional letter rounds might be outdated and how top-up rounds are becoming the new norm. 🔹 Podcast Highlight: Tune in to ARRtist on Air with our CEO, Oscar Werner, sharing his journey in scaling Sinch and his vision for Gilion. We're taking a short summer break but will be back in August with more insights and updates. Don't miss out on this valuable read! 📖✨ 👉 Read the latest edition of Creditworthy, find the link in the comments below. #TechFunding #Entrepreneurship #AI #MergersAndAcquisitions #StartupLife #Podcast

Thanks @Henric Smolak for a nice chat about funding for tech entrepreneurs and being authentic when leading teams towards ambitious goals. Tune in to the podcast ”Under Femton” (in Swedish) @Gilion Listen to the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/dBK5RmJ5"

Oscar Werner har gjort sig känd som en framstående ledare inom techindustrin, med en meritlista som inkluderar en framgångsrik period som VD för Sinch. Under hans tid där växte företaget från en omsättning på 400 miljoner dollar till 2,8 miljarder dollar. Som vd på Gilion ska han skala upp bolaget - som en pionjär för att omdefiniera finansieringslandskapet för startups. Idag diskuterar vi framtidens ledarskap och datadrivna lån under en fantastisk kvart 💫 Direktlänk i kommentarsfältet 👇🏻

🚀 Exciting News at Gilion! 🎉 I am personally very thrilled to welcome Andreas Hedlund as our new CFO and Deputy CEO at Gilion! Andreas brings over 20 years of international finance experience from top firms like Trill Impact, EQT, Danske Bank and Goldman Sachs. His expertise in debt and equity financing will be pivotal as we continue to innovate and grow. Andreas’ vision and leadership will help us revolutionize how tech companies secure funding, leveraging AI and real-time data to transform the credit decision process. Will be lots of fun! Welcome aboard, Andreas! 🚀 Check out the full announcement here: https://lnkd.in/dv8qx3Jn #Gilion #Leadership #Finance #TechGrowth #Innovation

🚀 A Warm Welcome to Andreas Hedlund! 🚀 We are ecstatic to have Andreas Hedlund join Gilion as our new CFO and Deputy CEO. With a stellar track record at Trill Impact, Danske Bank, EQT, and Goldman Sachs, Andreas brings unparalleled expertise and insights from the world of finance. This addition to our team marks a significant step towards making debt mainstream in tech. Andreas’ innovative approach and international experience will be invaluable as we continue to push boundaries and support tech startups in their growth journeys. Here’s to new beginnings and exciting growth! Welcome, Andreas! 🌟 Check out the full announcement here: https://lnkd.in/dzBDTd_Y #TechFinance #Leadership #Growth #Gilion #Fintech

Sometimes you just feel the chemistry in your stomach. Today I am so delighted to announce that Andreas Hedlund has joined us as our new CFO at Gilion. The depth of expertise in the global financial industry from his roles as Trill Impact, Danske Bank, EQT Group and Goldman Sachs combined with his friendly, positive, energetic and humble approach makes him the perfect partner in crime for us as we build out the Gilion Growth Platform and our lending products to all the world's entrepreneurs. Very much welcome Andreas! Read the full announcement here: https://lnkd.in/gynx5mQ5

🚀 Podcast Alert🎧 Calling all tech B2B SaaS founders! Tune in to an insightful episode of the ARRtist on Air Podcast featuring a great conversation between our CEO, Oscar Werner, and Jannis Bandorski. Discover the strategies behind scaling world-leading B2B CPaaS Sinch from $300 million to $3 billion in revenue, and learn from Oscar's journey. 🔍 Key Takeaways: Scaling Success: From growing Tobii Dynavox’s revenue from $20M to $120M, and to catapulting Sinch from $300M to $3B as CEO. Building Revenue Organizations: Proven tactics for building a high-performing revenue team. Leading Gillion: Oscar's vision for making Gillion the top player in growth loans for tech companies. Lessons Learned: Honest insights on successes, mistakes, and valuable lessons. Today, Oscar and Gilion (formerly Ark Kapital) are focused on helping tech companies, starting at €1M ARR, secure access to data-driven growth loans. Don’t miss this chance to learn from his experience and gain actionable insights for your own business. 🎧 Listen Now: Check the comments for the link and get inspired by Oscar Werner's incredible journey and thoughts on the future of tech funding. A big thank you to ARRtist for their support and commitment to fostering a thriving SaaS community in Germany. #PodcastAlert #TechB2B #GrowthStrategy #RevenueGrowth #TechFinance #FounderTips #Gillion #ARRtistOnAir

🌟 Creditworthy: Highlights from Our Latest Newsletter 🌟 🔋 Aira's Big Win: Swedish cleantech company Aira secured a 2.6 billion SEK (€230 million) loan from BNP Paribas to finance heat pump installations. This customer-centric approach helps overcome growth barriers and sets a high bar for ambitious startups. 🏦 Fintech Challenger Banks: The Financial Times reveals UK neo-banks are making strides in digital banking but face challenges with fraud and risk management. Founders should balance customer experience with robust core services for long-term success. 🏀 PE in the NBA: With 20 out of 30 NBA teams now having PE-related owners, strategic investments in high-visibility assets like sports teams are paying off. The PE-backed Celtics are leading the Finals 3-0! 🚀 Hailey HR's Milestone: Rapidly growing Hailey HR raised 52 million SEK, of which we at Gilion chipped in 15mSEK. CEO Henrik Jakobson envisions every company with over 30 employees using their platform in the next decade. Head over to https://lnkd.in/dmuJ85Jn and  sign up today and stay ahead with the latest trends and insights. #TechNews #Fintech #SMEFunding #EuropeanTech #Innovation #Creditworthy #StartupEcosystem