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 Telecommunications

CTI Group

Private Equity Round in 2022
CTI Group is a fast-growing digital agency.

Sohonet

Secondary Market in 2021
Sohonet provides technical services for the film and media industry, including secure high-speed networking, Internet connectivity, storage, hosting, data management and digital negative management for file-based productions. We employ a core team of experts who have worked within production and post-production at all levels – from technicians to consultancy and senior management. Sohonet has a thorough understanding of the workflows, requirements and challenges of the industry which is unmatched by standard telecommunications providers. We specialise in solutions that are flexible, dynamic and tailored specifically to the requirements of the client.

Phoenix Datacom

Acquisition in 2021
Phoenix Datacom is the UK’s most technically competent provider of solutions and professional services to improve the performance & security of data centres, networks and applications.

Wireless CCTV

Private Equity Round in 2021
Wireless CCTV LLC (WCCTV) was formed in 2001. Following initial research and development, the Company grew quickly to become the global leader for rapid deployment, mobile surveillance cameras, body cameras, site security cameras and time lapse video production. Wireless CCTV (WCCTV) is the market leader for rapid deployment, mobile surveillance systems specifically designed to deliver video securely and efficiently via 4G LTE networks. WCCTV was the first company to have a video product certified by Verizon Wireless in the US for 4G LTE and 3G transmission. WCCTV is based in Dallas, Texas, having originally been founded in the UK, and has an established distributor and partner network around the world. The Company prides itself on developing innovative, customer-focused products and providing world-class customer support services.

Commsworld

Private Equity Round in 2019
Commsworld Ltd. is a telecommunications network provider and Internet service provider based in the United Kingdom, with offices in Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Aberdeen. Founded in 1994, the company specializes in delivering a wide range of services, including fiber Ethernet, broadband network solutions, and unified communications such as voice, video, and document collaboration. Commsworld also provides cloud-based solutions and maintains various support services to meet the needs of both public and private sector clients. The company has established a strategic partnership with CityFibre to enhance its service offerings. With a focus on supporting businesses across the UK, Commsworld aims to streamline telecommunications and IT infrastructure for its clients.

SRL Traffic Systems

Acquisition in 2019
SRL Traffic Systems Limited manufactures portable and temporary traffic equipment for the traffic management industry. The company provides support services, including inspection and maintenance, repairs and servicing, traffic light products training, and battery exchange services. In addition, the company offers short course training including 2, 3, 4-way, pedlight, multiphase and multiphase double head operational usage. The company’s product includes radiolight , cablelight, quartzlight, eurolight, pedlight, and urban64. The company was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in Middlewich, Cheshire, United Kingdom.

Onecom

Private Equity Round in 2019
Onecom Group Limited is the largest independent business telecommunications provider in the UK, offering a comprehensive range of services that includes mobile, landline, broadband, cloud solutions, and Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity. Established in 2000 and based in Fareham, Hampshire, the company operates twelve regional offices and employs over four hundred staff members. Onecom focuses on delivering exceptional customer service through its transparent billing practices, dedicated account managers, support teams, and self-service account management options. The company has experienced significant growth by investing in its workforce and operational processes, ensuring that it meets the evolving needs of its clients.

Babble Cloud(IP Solutions UK)

Acquisition in 2017
IP Solutions Limited provides unified communications services in the United Kingdom. The company provides hosted VoIP solutions, including call conferencing, VoIP handsets and soft phones, connectivity and security, implementation and training, and IP SIP trunking; and cloud services, including Microsoft Lync 2013 and Microsoft Office 365 implementation, advanced business continuity, cloud backup and disaster recovery, application delivery, server hosting and virtual servers, and cloud implementation and workshops.

Giacom Group

Acquisition in 2016
Giacom World Networks Limited, founded in 1999 and based in Hessle, United Kingdom, develops cloud-based IT solutions tailored for IT resellers, particularly targeting the micro SME market. The company operates its proprietary platform, MessageStream, which offers a comprehensive range of cloud services including cloud infrastructure, hosted email security, hosted exchange, hosted SharePoint, and hosted file backup. Giacom has established a robust network of over 3,500 IT consultants, service providers, and resellers, enabling them to effectively serve a market that has traditionally been challenging to address. In 2001, the company changed its name from Giocom Networks Limited and currently functions as a subsidiary of Digital Wholesale Solutions.

Clifford Thames

Acquisition in 2014
Clifford Thames Holdings Ltd is an established provider of aftermarket data and software solutions for the automotive industry. Founded in 1948 in Chelmsford, United Kingdom, the company initially began as a printing business before evolving into a key player in technical documentation by the 1960s. Since the mid-1980s, it has focused on creating, aggregating, and publishing data related to labor operations, menu packages, part catalogues, and vehicle specifications. Clifford Thames offers a range of solutions, including Menu Pricing for precise service quoting, web-based sales management tools for dealers and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and integrated applications that enhance communication between repairers and customers. The company also provides consultancy for genuine original equipment and supplier branded accessories, as well as decision support systems for risk management and quality assurance. With a global presence, including offices in Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Americas, Clifford Thames serves a diverse clientele comprising OEMs, repairers, fleet companies, and body shops.

Connect Managed Services

Acquisition in 2014
Connect Managed Services is a Systems Integrator and Managed Service Provider specialising in Contact Centre and Unified Communications (UC) technologies. It focus on transforming call centres into omnichannel contact centres and telephony into UC for national and multinational businesses across the world who have any type of communications estate. It offers jeopardy management, alarm management, and 24/7 online reporting services; and contact centre, fixed-mobile and BYOD, networking, solution design, project management, data networking, and a range of consulting services.

Metronet UK

Acquisition in 2012
Metronet (UK) is the fastest growing connectivity provider, delivering industry-leading performance and support. Metronet (UK) provides a genuinely unique suite of solutions for businesses that need flexibility, scalability and excellence in customer service.

CTI Trusted Travel Partner

Acquisition in 2012
CTI Trusted Travel Partner provides travel management services. The company offers online and offline flight, hotel, and rail and Eurostar reservations. It also provides meeting and event services, such as event management, meetings and conference management, venue finding, and event and venue request services.

MicroLease

Acquisition in 2011
Microlease PLC specializes in the buying, selling, renting, and leasing of electronic test equipment on a global scale. Established in 1973 and headquartered in Harrow, United Kingdom, with additional offices in Europe, the United States, and Asia, the company provides a comprehensive range of equipment including radio frequency spectrum analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, and mobile communications test devices. It caters to various sectors such as aerospace and defense, automotive, telecommunications, and semiconductor industries. Microlease also offers asset management services and maintains an online platform for product accessibility. As of 2017, it operates as a subsidiary of Electro Rent Corporation.

Easynet

Acquisition in 2010
A managed service provider, Easynet has over 20 years’ experience delivering managed services to national, multinational and global businesses. With customers, employees and offices across the world, it combines global reach with local expertise. Easynet offers customers a portfolio of network, hosting and unified communications solutions enhanced by a range of ‘over the top’ solutions including security, voice, videoconferencing and application performance management. Customers include EDF, Sage, Yakult, Transport for London, Bernard Matthews, Anglian Water, Bridgestone, Q Park and Campofrio Food Group. For more information visit www.easynet.com In October 2015, Easynet was acquired by Interoute. Interoute is the owner-operator of one of Europe's largest networks and a global cloud services platform which encompasses 12 data centres, 14 virtual data centres and 31 colocation centres, with connections to 195 additional third-party data centres across Europe. Its full-service Unified ICT platform serves international enterprises and many of the world’s leading service providers, as well as governments and universities. Interoute’s Unified ICT strategy provides solutions for enterprises seeking connectivity and a scalable, secure advanced platform on which they can build their voice, video, computing and data services, as well as service providers in need of high capacity international data transit and infrastructure. With established operations throughout Europe and USA, Interoute also owns and operates 24 connected city networks within Europe's major business centres. www.interoute.com

Ramesys (e-Business) Services

Venture Round in 2009
Ramesys (e-Business) Services Limited provides IT infrastructure services in the United Kingdom. The company offers services in the areas of analysis and planning, design, implementation and migration, and management and support. It also provides managed services, such as service desk and proactive monitoring; and onsite hardware maintenance, assistance, training, consultancy, and account management. In addition, the company offers mobility and distance computing services in the areas of messaging anywhere, information anywhere, field mobility solutions, and workforce mobility solutions; and security services in the areas of local area network security, remote access control, content security and filtering, host-based or endpoint security, authentication, business continuity, and disaster recovery. Further, it provides email and file archiving services. The company was incorporated in 1984 and is based in Nottingham, the United Kingdom. Ramesys (e-Business) Services Limited operates as a subsidiary of RedSky IT Holdings Limited.

MicroLease

Private Equity Round in 2009
Microlease PLC specializes in the buying, selling, renting, and leasing of electronic test equipment on a global scale. Established in 1973 and headquartered in Harrow, United Kingdom, with additional offices in Europe, the United States, and Asia, the company provides a comprehensive range of equipment including radio frequency spectrum analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, and mobile communications test devices. It caters to various sectors such as aerospace and defense, automotive, telecommunications, and semiconductor industries. Microlease also offers asset management services and maintains an online platform for product accessibility. As of 2017, it operates as a subsidiary of Electro Rent Corporation.

Cable Management Group, Ltd.

Acquisition in 2007
Cable Management Group, Ltd. (CMG), a privately held, leading global manufacturer of cable protection systems specified in industrial and infrastructure / construction applications. CMG manufactures a broad range of metallic and non-metallic flexible conduit and fitting systems used to protect critical power and data systems from fire, dust, moisture, vibration and corrosion. Marketed worldwide under the Adaptaflex®, Kopex® and Harnessflex® brand names, key vertical markets for CMG products include rail, machine building, petrochemical, oil and gas, mining, heavy vehicle, automation and construction / infrastructure.

Telecom Service Centres

Private Equity Round in 2003
Telecom Service Centres is a privately held company that provides customer management solutions to blue-chip organizations.
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