The challenge
Meela's Delights was offered new premises double the size of their existing location with two months' free rent and space to build a proper kitchen. The expansion promised bigger catering jobs and growth of their retail Halaal meat section — but required capital for kitchen equipment and stock.
The solution
Pumpkn provided an initial small loan to improve cash flow, followed by a larger second loan after repayment — enabling the business to relocate, build a fully equipped kitchen and expand retail operations with confidence.
The outcome
The business achieved 30–40% turnover growth within months, 25% retail sales growth after expanding stock and adding a coffee and pastry counter, launched new revenue streams including a Designer Water franchise, and established a stronger market presence.
30–40%
Turnover growth
25%
Retail sales growth
48h
First funding
24h
Second funding
"They listened to our needs, gave us good advice, and helped us every step of the way."
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