Maybe Barclays will also consider an investment in 9 Spokes to kick off their new business unit, would be a handy cornerstone investor to have onboard.
Barclays creates venture capital-style unit
https://www.ft.com/content/6fb21702-3f14-11e8-b7e0-52972418fec4
Barclays launches UK venture capital division
http://citywire.co.uk/wealth-manager/news/barclays-launches-uk-venture-capital-division/a1110731
Don't underestimate the reach of Barclays globally either, they may always expand the 9 Spokes relationship into other key markets where they have a strong business banking focus.
