Foresight Group

Established in 1984, Foresight Group is an independent investment manager specializing in infrastructure and private equity. With over £7.2 billion in assets under management, the company caters to institutional investors, family offices, high net worth individuals, and retail clients. Foresight's investment strategies emphasize environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors, aiming to create sustainable long-term value.

Claire Alvarez

Partner

Irfan Ashfak

Investment Manager

Oliver Bates

Investment Director - Private Debt

Mark Brennan

Partner and Lead Manager

Eric Bright

Director

Salim Chantler

Senior Investment Manager

Hugi Clarke

Partner

Barclay Clibborn

Principal of the AIB Foresight SME Impact Fund

John Cordrey

Principal

Amy Crofton

Managing Director

Francesca Dickinson

Senior Investment Manager

Ross Driver

Managing Director

Lindsay Duebendorfer

Senior Investment Manager

Peter English

Co-Founder and Partner

Bernard Fairman

Executive Chairman

Lucio Favale

Investment Associate Director

Ryan Finesy

Investment Analyst

Gary Fraser

COO, Partner and CFO

Robert Gallagher

Senior Investment Manager

Philip Gardiner

Investment Director

Philip Gardiner

Investment Director

Line Kristine Gauteplass

Investment Manager

Federico Giannandrea

Partner and Head of Continental Europe

Amy Green

Commercial Managing Director

Danielle Gubbay

Senior Investment Manager

Danielle Gubbay

Senior Investment Manager

Stephan Gueorguiev

Investment Director

Robert Guest

Managing Director

Matthew Hammond

Partner

Ray Harris

Director

Aqib Hashamali

Director

Fiona Hatch

Investment Director and Private Equity Team Sustainability Lead

Fiona Hatch

Senior Investment Manager

Christopher Holmes

Partner

Steven Hughes

Managing Director and Head of Portfolio

David Hughes

Chief Investment Officer and Partner

Franco Imperial

Investment Manager

Rob Jones

Investment Director

Robert Jones

Investment Director

Richard Kelly

Managing Director

Tom Laidlaw

CEO

Jordan Lavender

Investment Manager

Richard Lewis

Managing Director

Muxin Ma

Investment Director

Carly Magee

Partner

Matthew McLoughlin

Director

Graeme Mckinstry

Investment Director

Nicholas Mettyear

Investment Director

Nicholas Mettyear

Senior Investment Manager

Carlos Micolau

Managing Director and Head of Iberia

David Miles

Investment Director

Hugh Minnock

Director

Hugh Minnock

Investment Director

Nick Morgan

Partner

Anouska Morjaria

Associate Director

Georgie Newton

Investment Manager

Richard Ralph

Investment Manager

Suzie Ruffley

Managing Director and Global Head of People and Sustainable Culture

Nick Scullion

Partner and Head of Foresight Capital Management

Gideon Shmuel

Operating Partner

Jeroen Sibia

Investment Manager

Rubina Singh

Senior Investment Manager

Matthew Smith

Partner and Co-Head of Private Equity

Tavia Sparks

Investment Director

Christopher Tanner

Partner

Stephen Thayer

Partner and Group Finance Director

Humberto Toquero

Partner and Investment Director

Christopher Wardle

Managing Director

Chris Wiles

Investment Director

Christopher Wiles

Director

Ed Wilson

Managing Director

Charlie Wright

Director

Past deals in Consumer Electronics

Zero Point Motion

Seed Round in 2025
Zero Point Motion develops inertial sensing technology for precise positioning and navigation, combining cavity optomechanics with a hybrid micro-electro-mechanical system and photonic integrated circuit technology to deliver ultra-low-noise readouts of acceleration and rotation; its sensors include ultra-sensitive accelerometers and gyroscopes built on silicon photonics, enabling high-accuracy motion sensing for demanding applications, including defense, agritech, and autonomous vehicles.

Forefront RF

Series A in 2024
Forefront RF is a semiconductor company specializing in radio frequency technology. Its core product enables simpler designs for multi-band smartphones, wearables, and IoT devices, enhancing global accessibility and signal reception.

Isocom Components

Private Equity Round in 2024
Isocom Components provides infrared optoelectronic devices, including optocouplers and optoswitches. As one of the respected brands in the optoelectronic industry, they consistently exceed their customers' expectations. Their knowledge and flexible manufacturing processes enable them to produce many parts in the shortest amount of time.

The Electric Heating Company

Venture Round in 2023
The Electric Heating Company specializes in the distribution of electric heating and hot water products, catering to housing associations, residential developers, and private homeowners throughout the United Kingdom. The company provides a comprehensive range of high-quality offerings, including electric boilers, unvented stainless steel cylinders, water heaters, and electric fireplace suites. Designed with the needs of both installers and homeowners in mind, the products feature modern, user-friendly controls to enhance ease of use and efficiency in meeting central heating and hot water requirements.

AudioScenic

Series A in 2023
AudioScenic specializes in developing advanced 3D audio technology using small speaker arrays and head tracking. This enables immersive, personalized sound experiences without the need for headphones or multiple speakers, benefiting industries such as gaming, cinema, VR, and automotive.

AudioScenic

Series A in 2020
AudioScenic specializes in developing advanced 3D audio technology using small speaker arrays and head tracking. This enables immersive, personalized sound experiences without the need for headphones or multiple speakers, benefiting industries such as gaming, cinema, VR, and automotive.

Accessory Bits

Venture Round in 2015
Accessory Bits Ltd. is a UK-based company founded in 2003 that specializes in the design and manufacture of desk and computer accessories, as well as cable management products. The company’s diverse product range includes flexible cabling systems, USB hubs, cable spines, and various types of CPU holders, such as desk mounted, mobile, and pole mounted options. Additionally, it offers monitor arms, including rail mounted and gas arms, along with electrical systems for office and educational furniture, power modules, and bespoke products. Accessory Bits also produces power supplies in Serbia through its sister company, ABL Production D.O.O. The company is committed to providing innovative solutions that enhance workspace organization and efficiency.

Blackstar Amplification

Venture Round in 2012
Blackstar Amplification Limited is a UK-based company located in Northampton, specializing in the design and manufacture of innovative guitar amplifiers and effects pedals. Founded by four directors with over 50 years of combined experience in guitar amplification design and production, the company aims to provide guitarists with the ultimate tools for self-expression. Blackstar's product range includes valve overdrive pedals, hand-wired amplifiers, and amplifiers tailored for studio and practice use. The company is recognized for its commitment to quality and creativity, catering to the diverse needs of musicians.

Channel Safety Systems

Venture Round in 2011
Channel Safety Systems Ltd. is a manufacturer and distributor of electrical safety products, specializing in LED lighting, fire alarm systems, and security solutions for the electrical wholesaler and contractor markets. Founded in 1976 and based in Petersfield, United Kingdom, the company offers a diverse range of products, including emergency lighting, general luminaires, security lighting, CCTV surveillance, fire alarms, and disability assistance products. In addition to product sales, Channel Safety Systems provides various services such as fire system design, emergency lighting design, fault finding, breakdown assistance, and routine maintenance. The company markets its offerings through representatives primarily in Ireland and the United Kingdom.

Datapath

Acquisition in 2007
Founded in 1982, Datapath specializes in developing computer graphics and video capture solutions. Its product range includes wall controller systems, multi-display products, video capture cards, and accessories, catering to industries such as visual media, military, education, security, and healthcare. Datapath serves customers globally through a network of distributors and resellers, with offices in the UK, US, France, Japan, and China.
Spot something off? Help us improve by flagging any incorrect or outdated information. Just email us at support@teaserclub.com. Your feedback is most welcome.