LDC

LDC is a private equity firm established in 1981 and based in London, United Kingdom. As the private equity arm of Lloyds Banking Group, LDC specializes in providing financial investment services, primarily targeting small and mid-sized UK unquoted companies. The firm offers up to £100 million for various transactions, including management buyouts, development capital, secondary buyouts, and institutional buyouts. LDC has supported approximately 550 companies across diverse sectors, such as technology, healthcare, retail, travel, leisure, support services, construction, and financial services, positioning itself as a significant player in the private equity mid-market.

Dale Alderson

Partner and Head of North West

Ayesha Ali

Investment Manager

David Andrews

Investment Director

Steve Aston

Director, London

David Bains

Partner and Head of East Midlands and East of England

Chris Baker

Partner

Emma Borrie

Investment Manager

Tracy Bownes

Partner

Christian Bruning

Director, London

John Clarke

Partner

Trystan Cullen

Investment Manager

Lawrence Dean

Partner and Head of South

Lee Donaldson

Investment Director

Martin Draper

CEO

Joseph Fison

Investment Director

Ana-Maria Garaba

Investment Manager

James Garland

Investment Director

John Garner

Managing Partner

Endrit Gashi

Investment Manager

John Gassner

Investment Director

Daniel Gluckman

Investment Manager

Richard Godwin

Investment Director

Grant Goodwin

Investment Director

John Green

Investment Director, Midlands

Stefan Gunn

Investment Director

Chris Handy

Partner and Head of West Midlands

Mark Howden

Investment Director

Richard Ibbett

Investment Director

Tom Jervis

Investment Manager

Alex Knox

Investment Manager

Aaron Lawson-Clark

Investment Director

Kevan Leggett

Managing Director

Jacob Leone

Investment Director

Karen Mann

Investment Director

Gareth Marshall

Partner and Head of North East and Scotland

James Marshall

Investment Director

Naomi McDiarmid

Investment Manager

Matt Newbold

Investment Director

Delores Noriega

Investment Manager

Aylesh Patel

Partner, Head of South

Simon Peacock

Investment Director

Robin Powell

Partner

Rob Powell

Partner

Ewa Bielecka Rigby

Investment Director

Mikayil Salahov

Investment Manager

Will Scales

Investment Director

Robert Schofield

Partner

Oliver Schofield

Investment Director

Dan Smith

Partner and Head of Yorkshire

Yann Souillard

Managing Director, South

Francesca Speke

Investment Manager

Joe Tager

Investment Director

Demetri Theofanou

Investment Manager

Aziz Ul-Haq

Partner

Martyn Vitty

Partner

Josh Wachman

Investment Manager

Anthony West

Investment Manager

Alex White

Investment Manager

Craig Wilkinson

Regional Managing Director, Hong Kong

Nicole Wong

Investment Manager

Past deals in Public Relations

Instinctif Partners

Acquisition in 2019
Instinctif Partners Limited is a business communications consultancy that specializes in financial and corporate communications, public policy, and audience engagement, serving clients in the UK and internationally. The firm offers a wide range of services, including strategic insight, creative solutions, government relations, and public affairs, which encompass lobbying, media management, and crisis communication. It provides consulting across various sectors, including finance, consumer goods, and life sciences, offering senior advisory services on corporate positioning and reputation management, as well as support for capital raising and investor relations. Instinctif Partners also assists clients in the Middle East and North Africa with brand reputation, employee engagement, and public support services. The company has a diverse client base spanning industries such as mining, infrastructure, and ICT. Established in 1972 and headquartered in London, Instinctif Partners has expanded its presence to multiple international locations, including offices in Germany, South Africa, the UAE, and Australia.

MSQ Partners

Acquisition in 2019
MSQ Partners is a collaborative network of agencies focused on helping businesses develop strong emotional connections with their brands. Established in 2011 and headquartered in London, the company offers a range of integrated marketing communication services, including advertising, public relations, brand strategy, direct and digital marketing, and research. Its diverse agencies, such as The Gate for advertising and Smarts for public relations, work together to attract, convert, and retain customers while fostering innovation through flexibility and ensuring quality through senior involvement. MSQ Partners aims to enhance customer relationships and support accelerated growth for its clients.

Lucid Group

Venture Round in 2017
Lucid Group is a global healthcare communication company that specializes in providing innovative solutions for the pharmaceutical and biotech industries. The company aims to influence behavior, enhance clinical practices, and improve health outcomes through its tailored services. Lucid Group prides itself on its diverse team, which includes designers, researchers, managers, and writers, all of whom contribute unique skills and perspectives. This collaborative environment fosters creativity and allows for the development of bespoke packages that cater to individual client needs. Lucid Group's commitment to excellence is reflected in its recruitment of exceptional talent from various academic and industry backgrounds, ensuring a close-knit team capable of delivering impactful healthcare communication strategies.

PEI

Acquisition in 2015
PEI Media Group Ltd. is a specialist financial information company that focuses on alternative asset classes, including private equity, real estate, private debt, and infrastructure. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in London, with additional offices in Hong Kong and New York, the company publishes a range of magazines and websites aimed at finance and investment professionals. Its key publications include Private Equity International, Real Estate Capital, Private Debt Investor, and Infrastructure Investor, which provide insights into asset classes, major players, investments, and transactions in the private debt markets. In addition to its publishing activities, PEI manages databases for alternative assets, organizes conferences, publishes specialized books and directories, and operates a training business. The company also sells its publications through an online store, catering to a growing demand for information on alternative investments that are increasingly vital to global investment strategies.

Connect Communications

Acquisition in 2014
Connect is a full-service creative and communications agency specialising in engagement for some of the biggest brands.

Blue Rubicon

Private Equity Round in 2012
Blue Rubicon is a consultancy specializing in enhancing the reputations of prominent organizations globally. The firm offers strategic consulting and campaign planning, advising business leaders and coaching their teams in effective communications. They develop integrated communication strategies aimed at protecting and promoting the reputations of major companies, charities, and brands, thereby supporting their commercial success. Blue Rubicon has worked with well-known brands such as Tesco, Virgin, and McDonald's to foster deeper connections with stakeholders through nuanced messaging. Their services encompass various areas, including narrative development, media relations, digital campaigning, crisis management, and media training. The firm has successfully led high-profile consumer campaigns for notable brands like O2, Coca-Cola, and British Gas, positioning them for sustained market differentiation through innovative customer insights.

WRG

Venture Round in 2011
WRG Creative Communication Limited is a creative agency based in Manchester, United Kingdom, specializing in live communications and experiential marketing across various sectors. The company provides a range of services including healthcare professional engagement, colleague communications, congress activities, and content creation for the healthcare sector. It also develops exhibition trade shows and employee engagement initiatives for the technology sector, leadership events for financial and professional services, and brand activation for the energy and engineering industries. Additionally, WRG offers showcase events for the luxury and fashion sectors, brand experiences for retail and FMCG, as well as outdoor events and festivals aimed at global audiences. As a subsidiary of The Creative Engagement Group Limited, WRG focuses on creating engaging experiences that enhance business performance and foster meaningful connections.

Caspian Media

Private Equity Round in 2002
Caspian Media Ltd is a London-based company that specializes in B2B communication solutions. Founded in 1996, it publishes magazines aimed at entrepreneurs and private equity professionals. In addition to traditional publishing, the company offers digital printing and content creation services, helping membership organizations and institutions develop new content brands and distribution channels. Through its innovative approach, Caspian Media facilitates effective communication within the business community.
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