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?

I provide operational leadership and performance management to the Debt Team to drive new investment opportunities for funds under management. I also lead the investment process including appraising larger loan and mezzanine applications, presenting to the Investment Committee and subsequent monitoring of performance.

Hobbies or interests outside of work?

• Football as a spectator (season tickets at LFC and Wigan Athletic)
• Treasurer of Wigan & District Youth Football League
• Golf.

Favourite album?

Substance 1987 by New Order.