YFM Equity Partners

YFM Equity Partners LLP is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Leeds, United Kingdom, specializing in growth capital investments and management buyouts. Established in 1982, the firm focuses on investing in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across various sectors, including energy, healthcare, technology, consumer goods, and advanced manufacturing. YFM seeks investment opportunities in mid and late-stage companies that are not engaged in primary industries, primarily within the UK, although it also invests in the United States. The firm typically commits between £2 million and £10 million to its portfolio companies, aiming to acquire a majority stake and actively participate in governance through board memberships. YFM Equity Partners is owned by its senior management and investment team, emphasizing a hands-on approach to supporting the growth and development of its investments, with an exit strategy planned within five years through sales or public listings. The firm operates from multiple offices in the UK, including Leeds, London, Birmingham, and Sheffield.

Mike Clarke

Partner

James Curtis

Investment Manager

Zach Francis

Investment Manager

Dan Freed

Partner

Matt Gordon-Smith

Investment Director

Steve Harrison

Partner and Head of Portfolio North

Katie Jade Harrison

Investment Associate

Adam Hart

Investment Director

Nick Holt

Partner

Mark Hurley

Chairman

Marcus Karia

Partner and CFO

Callum Long

Investment Associate

Jonathan Marlow

Portfolio Director

Stephen Murray

Investment Director

Eamon Nolan

Managing Director

Ben Pitt

Investment Manager

Roshan Puri

Investment Director

Jamie Roberts

Portfolio Director

Charlie Robinson

Investment Director

James Savage

Portfolio Director

Laura Sisson

Investment Manager

Connie Smith

Investment Associate

Andy Thomas

Partner

Helen Villiers

Investment Director

Helen Villiers

Investment Director

David Wrench

Partner

Tiffany Young

Origination Director

Past deals in SME

Professional Music Technology

Acquisition in 2019
Professional Music Technology is a recognized retailer of musical instruments and equipment based in the United Kingdom. The company specializes in a variety of musical products, including guitars, drums, pianos, and accessories, catering to the needs of music enthusiasts. By focusing on quality and customer satisfaction, Professional Music Technology has established itself as a leading destination for musicians seeking both instruments and expertise in the field. The company's commitment to providing a positive shopping experience underscores its reputation in the music retail industry.

B2M Solutions

Private Equity Round in 2016
B2M Solutions specializes in providing advanced management solutions for the mobile enterprise, focusing on enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of mobile device usage within organizations. The company offers a real-time mobile intelligence platform that delivers comprehensive insights into mobile device performance and utilization, enabling businesses to optimize their operations. Their services encompass asset and device management, as well as monitoring of suppliers and applications, which allows companies to maintain oversight of their entire mobile ecosystem, including end-users and technology. By leveraging B2M's innovative approach, organizations can improve critical processes and achieve greater operational efficiency in their mobile deployments.

B2M Solutions

Venture Round in 2014
B2M Solutions specializes in providing advanced management solutions for the mobile enterprise, focusing on enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of mobile device usage within organizations. The company offers a real-time mobile intelligence platform that delivers comprehensive insights into mobile device performance and utilization, enabling businesses to optimize their operations. Their services encompass asset and device management, as well as monitoring of suppliers and applications, which allows companies to maintain oversight of their entire mobile ecosystem, including end-users and technology. By leveraging B2M's innovative approach, organizations can improve critical processes and achieve greater operational efficiency in their mobile deployments.

Selima

Acquisition in 2012
Selima provides software solutions and managed services to public sector organizations and large businesses in the United Kingdom. It offers human resource, payroll, and expense management software solutions. The company provides EnvoyWorld, a human resource, payroll, and expenses solution that provides solutions to companies and public sector organizations.

MMIC Solutions

Series A in 2008
MMIC Solutions is deploying technology to allow the commercial use of high frequencies in the millimeter wave bands. The company develops, manufactures, and supplys innovative solutions for a range of systems operating at frequencies between 50GHz and 250GHz

RMF Engineering

Acquisition in 1997
RMF Engineering designs and fabricates process plant equipment. Its products include heat exchangers, pressure vessels, and pipeworks.
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