Merseyside Loan & Equity Fund

What is my role?

I am CEO of River and have been involved in private equity and investing for over twenty years. I am passionate about working with and supporting entrepreneurs/management of teams/SME’s to successfully deliver their aspirations. I am responsible for the strategic direction and vision of the business and maintaining our key stakeholder relationships, including with our investors. I am proud to lead a team at River who share this vision.

Hobbies or interests outside of work?

• I manage a local football team
• I am a sporadic golfer
• A regular quiz go-er
• And full-time sufferer in the pain of being a Middlesbrough FC supporter!

Favourite album?

Rattle ‘n’ Hum by U2.

What is my role?

As Head of Debt, I work with the team of Investment managers and oversee a portfolio of over £40m of debt funds, including the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund, Flexible Growth Fund, and Business Growth Loan Fund.  

I’m driven by the company’s long-term goals and ambitions and was particularly drawn to River Capital’s commitment to growing funds under management, which will enable us to provide more efficient and effective support to SMEs not only in the Liverpool City Region but beyond. 

Hobbies?

• Golf
• Running
• Getting out into nature

Fave album? 

Meatloaf – Bat Out of Hell