Helping businesses achieve lasting success
We partner with ambitious companies to provide the management support, strategic direction, and hands-on expertise they need to scale and thrive.
Our Mission
At Velocity Ventures, we’re not just investors — we’re business catalysts.
We partner with ambitious companies to provide the management support, strategic direction, and hands-on expertise they need to scale and thrive. With a proven track record across a wide range of sectors, we help businesses increase their value, improve profitability, and prepare for a successful exit.
By leveraging our deep experience and strategic approach, we help businesses achieve lasting success.
Our portfolio includes high-growth companies across these industries:
✓ AI
✓ Property
✓ Recruitment
✓ Many more...
Why Partner with Velocity Ventures?
Boost Scalability
With our expertise, we can help your business grow efficiently, focusing on optimising processes, improving performance, and reducing costs — all while positioning your company for long-term success.
Increase Business Value
We focus on enhancing your company’s overall value. Whether it’s refining your operations, building a stronger team, or streamlining your business model, we work towards making your company more attractive for investors or ready for a profitable exit.
Attract Better Talent
Building a strong team is one of the most crucial aspects of growth. With our expertise in recruitment through Velocity Talent, we help companies attract top-tier talent, ensuring a high-performing and aligned workforce.
Optimise for Profitability
Our approach is focused on optimising your business for higher revenue, reduced costs, and better management systems. By putting in place the right processes and strategies, we ensure that your business operates at its highest potential.
Our Diverse Portfolio
The wAI
Revolutionising the automation and AI space, focusing on AI-driven customer service solutions, process automation, and reducing operational costs.
Neural Voice
Innovating in the voice AI space, creating cutting-edge solutions for voice recognition and transcription.
Inzide Design
Bringing creative design expertise to a variety of industries, helping businesses craft compelling brands and experiences.
Velocity Property
A leading property development firm with a portfolio of over £6 million in GDV and a proven track record of successful residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects.
Velocity Talent
A recruitment powerhouse, specialising in finding and attracting high-quality leadership and talent for a range of sectors, driving growth and performance.
Race Competitions
A growing presence in the competitive events space, focusing on high-quality, engaging competitions to drive customer interaction and loyalty.
Raidillon Racing
A globally-operating, private, luxury track day experience for individuals who demand absolute perfection and control.
Passive Property Income
Innovative property investment firm, offering stress-free investments in ready-made properties across the UK.
What We Do
As an incubator for growth, we take an active role in guiding businesses through the stages of development.
Our hands-on approach means that we don’t just invest money we invest time, resources, and expertise. Whether it’s management support, operational advice, or scaling strategies, we work closely with each company to ensure it thrives. Our goal is simple: to increase the chances of your business’s success.
By working with us, you gain access to our vast network, knowledge, and resources, which help position your company for survival, growth, and ultimately a profitable exit.
Meet James
James Smethurst is the driving force behind Velocity Ventures, bringing years of experience in building and scaling high-growth companies.
With a background in recruitment, property development, and AI innovation, James has successfully navigated the challenges of growing businesses and creating value.
From building a £6 million property portfolio to raising over £1.5 million for his ventures, James’s track record speaks for itself. He’s built, scaled, and exited multiple businesses, and now, he’s focused on helping others do the same.
When you partner with Velocity Ventures, you’re not just getting capital — you’re getting a seasoned founder with a relentless drive for success.
Should say Ready to Elevate Your Business?
Contact us today to learn more about how Velocity Ventures can
provide the hands-on expertise you need to scale and thrive.
