YFM Equity Partners

YFM Equity Partners is an independent private equity and venture capital firm that provides growth capital, recapitalizations, development funding, and management buyouts for small and medium-sized enterprises in the United Kingdom and the United States. The firm targets growth-oriented companies across sectors such as energy, materials, manufacturing, consumer brands, healthcare, technology, information technology, software and services, financials, business services, retail, and telecommunications, with a preference for firms with proprietary technology or data capabilities. It typically invests in growth capital and management buyouts, deploying multi-million pound equity (examples include roughly £2–£6 million for growth deals and £3–£10 million for buyouts), often takes a board seat, and aims to hold a majority stake. YFM seeks to exit holdings within about five years through sale or listing. Founded in 1982 and headquartered in Leeds, the firm maintains offices in London, Manchester, Sheffield, and other UK cities to access regional opportunities and oversee cross-border investments.

Michael Clarke

Partner

James Curtis

Investment Manager

Zach Francis

Investment Manager

Daniel Freed

Partner

Matt Gordon-Smith

Investment Director

Katie Jade Harrison

Investment Associate

Adam Hart

Investment Director

Nicholas Holt

Partner

Mark Hurley

Chairman

Marcus Karia

Partner and CFO

Callum Long

Investment Associate

Jonathan Marlow

Portfolio Director

Stephen Murray

Investment Director

Roshan Puri

Partner

Charlie Robinson

Investment Director

James Savage

Partner

Laura Sisson

Investment Manager

Connie Smith

Investment Associate

Sophie Tainton

Portfolio Director

Helen Villiers

Investment Director

Helen Villiers

Investment Director

Giles Whitman

Investment Director

David Wrench

Partner

Tiffany Young

Origination Director

Past deals in Technical Support

The Networking People

Private Equity Round in 2025
The Networking People provides network consultancy services to the public sector, education, and service provider industries. The firm offers vendor‑neutral advice on connectivity, engineering, support contracts, and unified communications, helping clients build secure network frameworks that support smooth operations and continuous workflow.

dsp

Private Equity Round in 2021
DSP offers managed and professional services focused on database management, particularly for Microsoft and Oracle systems. The company provides a range of solutions including system development, customizations, upgrades, and fully managed or hosted IT systems. Additionally, DSP specializes in data platform cloud migration, multi-cloud data management, and data analytics. Its services are designed to meet the needs of various organizations, from start-ups to large enterprises, ensuring stable and optimized data platforms irrespective of the underlying architecture or cloud infrastructure. Professional consultancy is also a key component of DSP's offerings, aimed at helping clients implement best practices in their IT systems.

GTK

Acquisition in 2013
GTK is a leading provider of high-quality electronics solutions, specializing in standard and custom cable assemblies, connectors, and optoelectronics, which encompass TFT displays and PVMA technologies. Established in 1990, the company boasts over 25 years of experience in sourcing, designing, and supplying a diverse array of high-performance products. In addition to its core offerings, GTK provides comprehensive manufacturing solutions, including the production of PCB enclosures, full PCB assembly, and packaging services, catering to a wide range of customer needs in the electronics sector.

Seven Technologies

Venture Round in 2012
Seven Technologies Group is an engineering company based in Lisburn, United Kingdom, established in 2003. It specializes in electronic, mechanical, and software engineering services, focusing on the development of intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) systems, as well as long-range surveillance and rugged sensor systems. The company manufactures a variety of products, including tracking and locating devices, RF transceivers, and monitoring software, all designed to operate in challenging environments. Seven Technologies employs industrial-grade components to ensure reliability under extreme conditions. In addition to manufacturing, it offers support, repair, and quality assurance services. The company's clientele primarily includes military, law enforcement, and border security sectors, reflecting its commitment to providing advanced technological solutions for critical applications.

The Networking People

The Networking People provides network consultancy services to the public sector, education, and service provider industries. The firm offers vendor‑neutral advice on connectivity, engineering, support contracts, and unified communications, helping clients build secure network frameworks that support smooth operations and continuous workflow.
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