# EmpowerRD: Information technology & services, London, United Kingdom

> EmpowerRD: EmpowerRD is a UK-based specialist firm focused on R&D tax credits, established in 2017 by Hari. Based in London, United Kingdom. Founded 2017.

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# EmpowerRD

EmpowerRD is a UK-based specialist firm focused on R&D tax credits, established in 2017 by Hari.

Funding reported Last round: Seed

Information technology & services London, United Kingdom

Company summary

- **Founded:** 2017 9 years old
- **Team:** 34 11 to 50 people
- **Funding reported:** - none reported
- **Last round:** Seed Jun 2017

How sure we are

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- 2 **Funding reported** A company dataset reports a raise
- 3 **Observed** A filing or a dated announcement confirms a round

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## About EmpowerRD

EmpowerRD is a UK-based specialist firm focused on R&D tax credits, established in 2017 by Hari.

The company aims to simplify the R&D tax claim process by combining expert advisory services with advanced technology. Located in London’s Silicon Roundabout, EmpowerRD has quickly become a trusted partner for over 900 innovative companies across various sectors, including fintech and sustainable building services. The firm offers a comprehensive suite of services, including expert guidance on R&D tax credit claims, support for HMRC enquiries, and a user-friendly online claims platform. This platform automates the claims process, allowing businesses to track their claims in real-time and ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations. EmpowerRD is known for its cost-effective model, charging just 5% or less of the final claim value, making it a reliable choice for companies looking to maximize their R&D tax credits.

## What company datasets say EmpowerRD raised

Funding, as reported

The last round reported **Seed** Jun 2017

Last round date **Jun 2017**

## Founders and team

From EmpowerRD's own website: 1 founder, 6 on the team.

**Harinder Sandhu** Founder & Executive Chairman

- **Francisco Calvente** Head of Finance
- **Katie Pearce** Head of Claim Quality
- **Kent Gowland** Head of Technology
- **Ross Taylor** Head of Marketing
- **Vishnu Pillai** Head of Tax and Claim Operations
- **Sam Cushing** HR Director

## The company, in detail

What they build

Known for

claim performance analytics r&d claim compliance platform claim transparency r&d claim data integration claim support chatbot and technical services claim data management start ups claim speed enhancement other scientific and technical consulting services r&d tax credits hmrc compliance claim enquiry handling information technology & services r&d claim data security financial services

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- **Sector:** Information technology & services
- **Industry code:** NAICS 54169, 541213, SIC 8731,
- **Region:** England
- **Revenue:** 10M a year, as listed
- **Full record:** [Every detail in the company directory](https://millionrounds.com/directory/empowerrd)

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