Bridgepoint

Bridgepoint, established in 1984, is a London-based private equity firm with a global presence. It specializes in growth investments, offering tailored strategies such as middle-market buyouts and private credit. The firm focuses on various sectors, including advanced industrials, business services, financial services, consumer, healthcare, and technology. Bridgepoint's investment range typically falls between GBP 10 million to GBP 75 million, supporting around 20 companies valued between GBP 30 million to GBP 150 million. It also provides syndicated debt offerings and manages credit opportunities. With bases in eight European private equity markets and operations in New York and Shanghai, Bridgepoint is a significant player in the global private equity landscape.

Tiyam Afshari

Investment Director

Maxime Alban

Managing Director

Alice Allonas

Vice President

Benoit Alteirac

Partner

Shahir Anwar

Analyst

Murdo Armstrong

Director

Juan Arteche

Director

Jacob Ast

Associate

Joshua Banstead-Salim

Investment Director

John Barber

Senior Partner

Charlie Barter

Senior Partner

Benoît Bassi

Partner and Chairman

Vincent-Gaël Baudet

Partner

Chris Bell

Partner

Filippa Berg

Investment Director

Ralph Betz

Managing Director

Michael Black

Chair of Bridgepoint Development Capital and Bridgepoint Growth and Partner

Christopher Bley

Partner and Co-Head of the Nordics

Stephen Bonnard

Partner, BDC

Melih Boughazi

Analyst

JJ Bowles

Investment Director

Christopher Brackmann

Partner

Chris Busby

Managing Partner

Simon Christ

Investment Director

Maciej Chrystowski

Director

Nadia Cid

Director

Andrew Cleland-Bogle

Partner and Head of Direct Lending

Aaron Collins

Director

Wael Daif

Investment Director

Sarah Davies

Investment Director

Francois Davy

Senior Partner

Julien Delfour

Vice President

Bertrand Demesse

Partner

Rohit Dhote

Partner

Anthony DiNoto

Director

Mansuy Dieudonné

Director

Martin Dunn

Senior Partner

Alistair Edwards

Investment Director

Ignacio Egea

Director

Stephen Escudier

Partner, Head of Credit Opportunities

José Ferrero

Investment Director

Antoine Fournier-Montgieux

Director

Patrick Fox

Senior Partner

Alexander Fraser

Partner

Emily Fricke

Associate

Antoine Froger

Partner, Sector Head Consumer

Nadia Georgieva

Investment Director

Alastair Gibbons

Senior Partner

Charles Gillam

Investment Director

Edouard Giuntini

Partner and Head of the Capital Markets

Edward Goble

Director

Hamish Grant

Partner, Head of Investor Services and Executive Committee Member

Filip Gruber

Investment Director

Johan Gustafsson

Partner

Vincent Gwilliam

Partner

Liam Harnett

Associate

Issa Hassan

Investment Director

Joshua Hay

Investment Director

Mika Herold

Partner

David Holzmann

Director

Alexandre Hökfelt

Director and Head of Banking and Financing

William Jackson

Chairman

Moritz Jacoby

Investment Director

Martin Janson

Director

Paul Johnson

Deputy Managing Partner of Bridgepoint Credit, Chairman of Direct Lending

Kyle Johnston

Director

Mayank Kanga

Partner

Lydia Kerbache

Senior Associate

Sebastian Kirwan

Investment Director

Ronald Kolk

Director

Andrew Konopelski

Managing Partner of Bridgepoint Credit

Carsten Kratz

Partner and Head of DACH

Aurélien Lancrenon

Director

Victoria Landeau

Associate

Robin Lawson

Partner

Matt Legg

Partner

Krystyna Liakh

Investment Director

Gabriella LoGiudice

Senior Associate

Michael Lucas

Partner and Head of UK

Mikael Lövgren

Advisory Partner

David Mackenzie

Partner

José María Maldonado

Senior Partner and Investment Advisory Committee Member

José-Maria Maldonado

Senior Partner

Marine de Marolles

Analyst

Dominik Mattmann

Partner and Head of Portfolio Optimisation

Olivier Meary

Partner and Head Bridgepoint Credit, France

Marine Mezzadri

Senior Associate

Austin Milunovich

Senior Associate

Anne-Sophie Moinade

Director

Thomas Moussallieh

Partner

Charlie Moussey

Associate

John Murphy

Partner and Head of Syndicated Debt

James Murray

Senior Partner

Olivier Nemsguern

Partner, Head of Bridgepoint Development Capital, BDC Board Member, Operating Committee Member, Investment Committee Member and Executive Committee Member

Vivian Ngan

Managing Director

Philip O'Leary

Managing Director

Ji-Young Park

Investment Director

Teresa Pastor

Investment Director

Hoshrav Patel

Director

William Paul

Partner

Louis Paul-Dauphin

Director

Alan Payne

Founding Partner and Deputy Head of Bridgepoint Development Capital

Gabor Pelczer

Investment Director

Frédéric Pescatori

Managing Partner

Yuri Pizzasegola

Managing Director

Doug Porter

Director

Rupprecht Pranckh

Partner

Louis Prothery

Partner and Member of Business and Financial Services Team Member

Terese Ray

Investment Director

Kathy Ren

Investment Director

James Reynolds

Director

Maximilian von Rhein

Investment Director

Xavier Robert

Partner and Chief Investment Officer

Victor Rouchy

Analyst

Anthony Rowland

Director

Mark Ryan

Investment Director

Lina Sadovskaja

Investment Director

Jean-Baptiste Salvin

Partner

Carlota Sanchez-Marco

Partner and Head of Credit Investor Services

Carlos Sanz

Partner, Sector Head Advanced Industrials

Nakul Sarin

Partner

Jennifer Schloemer

Vice President

Tyler Schmarak

Investment Director

Anna-Luise Schug

Investment Director

Aysel Sharifova

Investment Director

William Sihver

Associate

Davina Sladden

Investment Director

William Smith

Investment Director

Nicholas Sousa

Investment Director

Mark Stroud

Partner

Andrew Sweet

Partner, Head of North America, Executive Committee Member and Bridgepoint Europe Equity Fund Management Board Member

Jan Swärd

Managing Director

Fabrice Turcq

Partner and Head of the the Healthcare sector team

Jeroen Udo

Managing Director

Arthur Using

Investment Director

Carl de Vergie

Partner

Daniel Wagener

Partner and Head of Private Equity Investor Services

David von Waldenfels

Associate

David Walsh

Advisory Partner

Anthony Wang

Managing Director

Cathy Wang

Investment Director

Martin Warin

Associate

Emma Watford

Partner

Guy Weldon

Partner and Chief Investment Officer

Charles Welham

Director

Kaja Wilmanska

Director

Nikki de Witt

Investment Director

Edward Woods

Partner

Ruolin Wu

Investment Director

Jamie Wyatt

Partner, Sector Head Healthcare

Steven Yang

Investment Director

Yvonne Zhang

Investment Director

Jonathan Zhou

Partner

Syrine Zniber

Investment Director

Marc Zügel

Partner

Olivier van Riet Paap

Partner

David Nicault

Partner

Past deals in Restaurants

Itsu

Private Equity Round in 2021
Itsu is a restaurant chain based in the United Kingdom that specializes in healthy Asian-inspired cuisine. The menu features a variety of offerings, including noodles, soups, sushi, gyozas, rice bowls, miso soups, rice cakes, baos, salads, and crispy seaweed thins. Itsu focuses on providing high-nutrient, low-calorie options, allowing customers to indulge in flavorful meals while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. In addition to its restaurant operations, the company also sells grocery products, further promoting its commitment to nutritious eating.

Vermaat Groep

Acquisition in 2019
Vermaat Groep B.V. is a Netherlands-based company that specializes in catering and hospitality services across various sectors, including corporations, hospitals, museums, airports, and events. Established in 1978 and headquartered in IJsselstein, the company operates premium food and beverage outlets, such as cafes, bistros, restaurants, and canteens, designed to meet the unique needs of its clients. In addition to daily catering operations, Vermaat Groep also offers event catering services, providing customized solutions that enhance the dining experience in diverse environments.

Market Halls

Private Equity Round in 2019
Market Halls Limited is a London-based company that operates shopping centers and food halls, transforming underutilized public spaces into vibrant dining destinations. The company focuses on providing high-quality street food in a casual setting, offering a diverse range of culinary options from breakfast to late-night snacks. Its venues are equipped with kitchens, bars, coffee shops, and event spaces, including private areas for parties and workshops. Market Halls aims to create inviting environments where visitors can enjoy all-day drinking and dining experiences. Since its inception, the company has expanded its footprint, opening locations in Fulham and Victoria, and plans to launch its first shopping center concept and the UK's largest food hall in central London.

Burger King France

Venture Round in 2018
Burger King France SAS, established in 2013 and headquartered in Courbevoie, France, operates a chain of fast food hamburger restaurants. The company provides a diverse menu that includes various burgers, fries, chicken wings, onion rings, and desserts. In addition to its dine-in services, Burger King France also offers online delivery options to enhance customer convenience.

Burger King

Acquisition in 2017
Burger King, established in 1954, is a prominent global fast food chain specializing in hamburgers. With over 13,000 locations across 98 countries, it serves more than 11 million customers daily. The company offers a diverse menu including burgers, salads, breakfast items, beverages, and kids' meals. Burger King also provides franchising opportunities and operates as a subsidiary of Restaurant Brands International Inc., with its headquarters in Miami, Florida.

Deliveroo

Series E in 2016
Deliveroo is an online food delivery platform headquartered in London, United Kingdom. Founded in 2012 by Gregory Orlowski and William Shu, the company connects consumers with local restaurants, enabling quick and convenient ordering and delivery services. Deliveroo operates in 11 countries across more than 800 towns and cities, boasting a portfolio of over 140,000 restaurants globally. To facilitate deliveries, Deliveroo employs approximately 180,000 riders worldwide. The company generates revenue through various channels, including commissions, user fees, restaurant sign-up fees, and packaging sales.

Cruise.co.uk

Acquisition in 2016
Cruise.co.uk is an online cruise travel agency based in Redditch, United Kingdom. The company specializes in offering a wide range of cruise options, including world, mini, river, and various destination-specific cruises. Its offerings cover a diverse array of locations such as the Mediterranean, Caribbean, Transatlantic routes, North America, Alaska, Africa, Australasia, the British Isles, Canaries, the Far East, the Middle East, Norwegian Fjords, Baltic regions, Pacific, Panama Canal, South America, and even Antarctica. By providing online booking and comprehensive travel information, Cruise.co.uk aims to facilitate a safe and hassle-free travel experience for its customers.

Gourmet Society

Acquisition in 2015
Gourmet Society is a provider of discount coupons and incentives designed for dining enthusiasts. The company offers its members significant savings at a diverse range of participating restaurants, including Michelin-starred establishments, national chains, and local favorites. By providing a physical or digital membership card, Gourmet Society aims to enhance customer acquisition, reduce churn, and reward employees, making dining out more accessible and enjoyable for its members.

TasteCard

Acquisition in 2015
Tastecard is a dining club that offers its members a personalized membership card, granting access to discounts at a variety of establishments, including restaurants, hotels, and entertainment venues in the United Kingdom and Ireland. The company operates on a subscription basis, providing its members with significant savings on dining experiences and leisure activities. By focusing on standard dining options, Tastecard enables members to enjoy diverse cuisines at reduced prices, enhancing their overall dining experience. The service is designed to cater to both local patrons and travelers, promoting affordability in leisure and hospitality.

The Dining Club Group

Acquisition in 2015
The Dining Club Group is a discount dining clubs, tastecard, Gourmet Society and hi-life.

ASK Italian

Acquisition in 2015
ASK Italian is a British casual dining restaurant chain.

Zizzi

Acquisition in 2015
140 restaurants across the UK & Ireland.

Mezzo di Pasta

Acquisition in 2011
Mezzo di Pasta, a Strasbourg, France-based pasta fast food chain.

Pret A Manger

Acquisition in 2008
Pret A Manger is a retailer specializing in high-quality, natural, ready-to-eat food products, including sandwiches, salads, soups, and drinks. Founded in 1986, the company operates approximately 390 shops across the UK, US, France, Hong Kong, and China, employing over 10,000 people. Pret A Manger is committed to offering preservative-free and freshly made food items, catering to the growing demand for premium healthy eating. The company has demonstrated strong growth and maintains a distinctive culture centered around quality and freshness. It aims to expand its store presence by approximately 15% annually, pursuing a strategy of controlled expansion to enhance its international footprint.
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