Pollen Street Capital

Pollen Street Capital is an independent alternative investment management firm founded in 2013 and headquartered in London, with an additional office in New York. The firm focuses on private equity, credit, and growth capital investments in the financial and business services sectors, including banking, insurance, wealth management, payments, and technology‑enabled platforms. It seeks high‑quality, specialist businesses that are led by entrepreneurial management teams and that demonstrate potential for sustainable, long‑term growth. With a team of more than 70 professionals, Pollen Street Capital provides strategic, operational, and financial support to its portfolio companies, helping them to scale and adapt to changing market conditions. The firm also emphasizes responsible investing, aiming to create positive social and environmental outcomes alongside financial returns. Its clients include pension funds, asset managers, banks, and family offices worldwide.

William Cumming

Partner

David Dawson

Partner

Paul Dittmann

Partner

Raj Dutta

Managing Director

Michael England

Partner

Past deals in Ireland

OrderYOYO

Acquisition in 2025
OrderYOYO is a European technology company that specializes in providing an online ordering system tailored specifically for restaurants and takeaways. Its platform includes a branded website, mobile applications for iOS and Android, and comprehensive order, payment, and menu management systems. By integrating business intelligence and user data analytics, OrderYOYO enables restaurants to optimize their operations and marketing efforts. The company also offers tools for social media promotion, email marketing, and Google optimization, helping clients to reach new customers and convert them to direct orders. With a strong presence in the UK, Germany, Denmark, Ireland, and Austria, OrderYOYO aims to enhance profitability for its restaurant partners through its usage-based SaaS solutions and dedicated B2B customer support.

Ding

Acquisition in 2021
Ding is a leading international provider of mobile phone top-ups, allowing users to recharge their mobile accounts and send gift cards easily. Founded in 2006, the company has established itself as a vital link for families and friends to stay connected globally, processing top-ups every second through its app, website, and over 600,000 retail outlets. Operating in more than 130 countries, Ding connects over four billion mobile phones via partnerships with over 400 network operators. Headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, the company also has regional offices in major cities around the world, including Barcelona, Bucharest, Dhaka, Dubai, Paris, and San Salvador. With a diverse team of over 200 employees, Ding aims to deliver innovative and accessible technology to both developed and emerging markets.

BidX1

Private Equity Round in 2018
BidX1 is a pioneering digital property company that combines extensive real estate experience with advanced technology. Its innovative platform enables users worldwide to buy or sell properties online securely and transparently, streamlining the transaction process for both buyers and sellers across diverse asset types.

Aryza

Acquisition in 2017
Aryza is a company that specializes in designing and developing case management and process automation software tailored for corporate and personal insolvency practitioners primarily in the U.K., Ireland, and the Cayman Islands. Founded in 2002 and based in Dublin, Ireland, Aryza's software solutions enhance operational efficiency and ensure compliance with insolvency regulations in local jurisdictions. The company's offerings incorporate Open Banking and AI-driven decision-making, facilitating the automation of financial restructuring and recovery processes. By providing flexible software, Aryza supports a range of activities across the financial journey, assisting customers in managing debt, navigating the loan cycle, and gaining better control over their finances. The technology platform is scalable, addressing high-volume and complex needs within the insolvency, credit, and debt recovery sectors.
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