YFM Equity Partners

YFM Equity Partners, established in 1982, is a UK-based private equity firm that invests in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). It focuses on providing growth capital, management buyouts, and recapitalization to mid and late-stage companies across various sectors, including energy, manufacturing, consumer goods, healthcare, technology, and business services. YFM seeks to invest between £2 million to £10 million, typically taking a majority stake and aiming for a five-year exit through sale or listing. The firm has offices in Leeds, London, Manchester, Birmingham, and Sheffield, and its investment team owns the business.

Mike Clarke

Partner

James Curtis

Investment Manager

Zach Francis

Investment Manager

Dan Freed

Partner

Matt Gordon-Smith

Investment Director

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

Roshan Puri

Partner

Charlie Robinson

Investment Director

James Savage

Partner

Laura Sisson

Investment Manager

Connie Smith

Investment Associate

Helen Villiers

Investment Director

Helen Villiers

Investment Director

Giles Whitman

Investment Director

David Wrench

Partner

Tiffany Young

Origination Director

Sophie Tainton

Portfolio Director

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The Networking People

Private Equity Round in 2025
Provider of network consultancy services catering to the public sector, education, and service provider industries. The company offers vendor-neutral counsel related to connectivity, engineering, support contracts, and unified communications, enabling clients to establish safe network frameworks, thus promoting smooth operations and continual 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

Provider of network consultancy services catering to the public sector, education, and service provider industries. The company offers vendor-neutral counsel related to connectivity, engineering, support contracts, and unified communications, enabling clients to establish safe network frameworks, thus promoting smooth operations and continual workflow.
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