Sara Gordon

Charles Delingpole

Andrew Robb

Michael Pennington

William Armitage

Alice Bentinck

Sarah Matlock

James Kraft

Julia Baldet

Srin Madipalli

Richard Bednarek

James Lester

Saloni Bhojwani

Jana Hecker

Mark Ransford

Machela Sathekga

Ersilia Molnar

Matthew Hicks

Chris Adelsbach

Nicole Junkermann

David Cleevely

Grace Cassy

Hailey Eustace

Amr Shereen Moustafa

David Rowan

Emmanuelle Brizay

Michael Harding

Stephen Bullock

Maria Dramalioti-Taylor

Lindsay Scott

Yi Luo

Angel Investors South East England

Anton Wellenreiter

David Evans

Angel investor with over 15 years of experience in classical and alternative investment management, specialising in real estate, IT, construction, and software sectors. Known for a unique investment approach that combines risk estimation, mathematical modelling, and fundamental analysis, he has achieved a weighted ROI of 36% on venture investments and development projects. His notable portfolio includes the AMR Startup, which successfully scaled to a sales turnover of $0.5 million per year. He offers valuable insights and strategic guidance to founders, enhancing their potential for growth beyond capital investment.

Aleksey Naumov

Angel investor with extensive experience in sustainability, ethical finance, and impact investing. Focuses on supporting entrepreneurs and businesses that promote systemic shifts towards sustainability across personal, organisational, and global levels. Notable investments include Ad Majora, EthicalFin, and Golden Nectar. Offers strategic guidance and fundraising support, leveraging a strong network and a commitment to integrity and purpose-driven collaboration.

Alessandro Mele

Angel investor specialising in DeepTech, B2B SaaS, AI, Electronics, PropTech, EdTech, and FinTech. With a portfolio of over 60 technology companies, notable investments include Crehana, Yoto, and Calm. As an "Operator Angel," they offer valuable expertise in commercial and go-to-market strategies, alongside conducting popular workshops for founders and their sales teams.

Barrie Heptonstall

Carl Owen is a business angel with a focus on the healthcare, pharma, life sciences, healthtech, biotech, and wellness sectors. He is the CEO of Word Monster, where he leverages his expertise in healthcare communications to support founders in crafting compelling scientific narratives. Notably, he has invested in Renovos, a company pioneering nanoclay gel technology for tissue regeneration. Beyond capital, Carl offers valuable insights and connections through his role as a Community Leader at The Health House, enhancing the potential for collaboration and growth within the healthcare landscape.

Carl Owen

Investment Manager at Triple Point Ventures, Christopher Lascelles specialises in seed and Series A financing for UK-based B2B businesses, with a keen focus on sustainability, energy, and greentech sectors. He currently serves on the boards of eight portfolio companies, including Airly, where he offers strategic guidance and support for growth and development. With five years of venture capital experience, an MBA from INSEAD, and a background in operational leadership across Europe, he brings valuable insights and a strong network to founders seeking investment.

Christopher Lascelles

Daniel is a seasoned business angel with a focus on the healthcare, wellness, mental health, and healthtech sectors. He has a proven track record of supporting innovative ventures, including his investment in GO, which has developed an innovative leg prosthesis that is flexible, robust, and affordable. Beyond capital, Daniel brings over 25 years of experience in coaching and mentoring, helping founders make strategic decisions that drive clarity and confidence in their business journeys.

Daniel Weninger

Dr Claire Knight is a business angel with a focus on investing in the software and tech sectors, having notable investments in Xubber and Remote. With extensive experience in engineering leadership at prominent companies such as GitHub and Netlify, she brings valuable insights and expertise to founders beyond capital. Currently serving as VP of Engineering at Odin, Claire's background in managing engineering teams positions her uniquely to support startups in scaling their technical operations effectively.

Dr Claire Knight

Angel investor with a keen interest in global markets, particularly in technology and hospitality sectors. Focuses on early-stage startups, having invested in notable companies such as Honest Burgers, Mous, and Cornish Lithium. Brings valuable expertise from a First Class degree in Computer Science and current experience at American Express, offering insights into tech development and strategic growth.

Eshaan M.

Angel investor with expertise in organisational culture, coaching, and business performance. Focuses on investments in sectors such as AI, HRtech, and SaaS, with a notable portfolio company being ScultureAI. Offers unique value to founders through strategic partnerships and insights into people and culture planning, enhancing leadership development and driving culture change within organisations.

Gillian Fox

Angel investor with a strong focus on sectors including AI, cyber security, data, fintech, healthtech, SaaS, and software. Notable investments include Amelio, Anterior, Apron, and Harmonic Security, among others. Beyond capital, they offer valuable insights and connections that can help founders navigate the complexities of scaling their businesses.

Henry Irish

Angel investor with nearly three decades of experience in building and transforming digital businesses, focusing on technology, digital media, data, and software sectors. Notable investment includes Flowcore, a company poised to empower businesses through real-time data insights. Beyond capital, he offers invaluable expertise in navigating technical due diligence and scaling operations, helping founders make informed decisions that align technical choices with long-term business value.

Jan-Aage Frydenbø-Bruvoll

Angel investor with extensive experience in property development and investment, having founded Titan Property Developments Ltd, where he has successfully developed over 900 units with a total GDV exceeding £210m. He is also a Seed investor and relationship director at JAAQ, actively seeking to expand the platform by connecting value-add investors with innovative creators. Additionally, as a shareholder and Relationship Director at Bolt Angels, he sources mission-led entrepreneurs and introduces high-value investors, leveraging his strong network and passion for fostering connections within the entrepreneurship ecosystem. His investment focus spans property development, real estate, entrepreneurship, wellness, media, and mental health.

John Reynolds

Angel investor with extensive experience in technology and telecom sectors. Focuses on early-stage investments across a diverse range of industries, including bio-med, healthtech, gaming, and marketing personalisation. Notable portfolio companies include Occuity, Callagenix Ltd, and Option Telecom Ltd. Brings valuable expertise in software development and fundraising, along with a strong network of industry connections to support founders in scaling their businesses.

Mark Jenkins

Angel investor with extensive experience in the veterinary and pet care sectors. Actively invests in companies within veterinary, pet care, healthtech, and wellness, with a notable portfolio company being PitPatPet. Beyond capital, he offers valuable insights from his background as a co-founder of a successful veterinary specialist hospital and his involvement in various professional organisations, enhancing founders' strategic direction and operational management.

Myra Forster-van Hijfte

Neil Morgan is a seasoned business angel with extensive expertise in marketing strategy, particularly within the tech sector. His investment focus spans publishing, healthcare, fintech, SaaS, martech, software, and media, with notable portfolio companies including Zapnito, OECD, Springer Nature, Wiley, Oystercatchers, and Wilmington Healthcare. Beyond capital, Neil offers invaluable insights from over 30 years of experience leading high-performance teams and driving growth in both start-ups and global enterprises, empowering founders to solve customer-centric challenges and realise their potential.

Neil Morgan

Experienced business angel with a strong background in the Games Industry, focusing on business and strategic development. Passionate about computer games of all forms, they actively seek new opportunities within the gaming sector and are dedicated to mentoring teams to foster growth and success. With a proven track record in raising funds for various companies, they offer valuable insights and connections that extend beyond financial investment, making them a valuable partner for founders in the gaming space.

Nick Button-Brown

Angel investor with extensive experience in the live event industry, retail, hospitality, restaurants, healthcare, media, HR tech, and software. Known for investments in Chameleon Live, Entec Live, and RotaGeek, he brings a wealth of strategic insight and operational expertise to founders. With a background as a FTSE 100 director and a history of successful financial turnarounds, he offers valuable advisory support and mentorship, helping companies navigate challenges and scale effectively.

Nick Pendleton

An experienced Company Director and Investor, this business angel brings a wealth of knowledge as a Chartered Quantity Surveyor and Commercial Director, with a strong background in consultancy and construction delivery across retail, residential, and commercial sectors. Known for investing in businesses that align with his passion for health and wellness, he has notably invested in Fit Club Amersham. His expertise not only provides financial backing but also valuable insights into construction and real estate, making him a strategic partner for founders seeking to enhance their ventures.

Nigel Grace

Angel investor and start-up advisor with over 17 years of experience in wealth management, commodities, and real estate. Specialises in real estate investment trusts (REIT) valuation, real estate development, and architectural design, while actively investing in sectors such as cryptocurrency, impact investing, and carbon credits. Currently involved in building a specialty coffee startup, Not Your Average, and offers valuable insights to founders looking to refine their creative vision and transform ideas into successful ventures.

Oliver James Anderson

Angel investor with extensive experience in contact centres and customer experience. Focuses on investments in customer management, eCommerce, healthcare, sustainability, and AI, with a notable portfolio company being Holly Health, a behaviour change app aimed at improving health outcomes. Brings a wealth of expertise in contact centre strategy, change management, and digital transformation, offering founders valuable insights into operational improvements and innovative approaches to customer interactions.

Paul Weald

Angel investor with expertise in healthcare, fitness, wellness, education, healthtech, edtech, and HRtech. Known for his investment in Nexercise, he brings a wealth of experience as the CEO and former Chief Product Officer of Sworkit Health. He offers valuable insights into product development and market fit, leveraging his background as an ACE Certified Group Fitness Instructor and Youth Fitness Specialist to support founders in creating impactful solutions for their customers.

Ryan Hanna

Angel investor with extensive expertise in the pharma and biopharma industries, specialising in regulatory affairs. He has a diverse portfolio that includes investments in biotech, medtech, hi-tech, and healthtech startups, as well as real estate. Notably, he has invested in Gelmetix, a company developing gel-based, non-invasive alternatives to surgery for chronic conditions. His strategic insights and industry connections provide valuable support to founders seeking to navigate the complexities of their respective markets.

Sap Bakshi

Angel investor with a passion for creating and growing innovative brands and businesses. Focused on early-stage investments in the snacks, food and beverage, foodtech, and wellness sectors, they have a notable portfolio company, Totally Epic Snacks, which exemplifies their commitment to delivering protein-packed, low-sugar, and delicious products. Beyond capital, they offer valuable advisory support and insights to founders with bold ideas aimed at enhancing the enjoyment of life.

Simon Day

Simon is a seasoned business angel with a passion for starting and growing businesses, particularly in the SaaS and B2B2C sectors. He has successfully driven three exits, including an rIPO, and has made various angel investments in notable companies such as RISE, Wotch, and CrowdCube. Simon offers valuable expertise in go-to-market strategy, growth acceleration, and business transformation, providing founders with not only capital but also strategic guidance and mentorship to navigate their growth journeys.

Simon Mitchell

Angel investor specialising in founder-led UK software businesses, with a keen interest in those aiming to expand into the US market. Following the acquisition of 360Science by Syniti, he seeks to invest in and advise small software companies, leveraging his expertise in launching and growing US subsidiaries, understanding market differences, and developing market-driven product strategies. His notable investment includes 360Science, and he is particularly focused on the software and SaaS sectors, offering valuable insights into cross-platform development strategies.

Steve Tootill

Angel investor with a strong background in finance and a passion for supporting early-stage companies, particularly those co-founded by women. Actively invests in pre-seed stage startups through the HERmesa Angel Syndicate, with a keen interest in climate tech and deep tech sectors. Notable investments include Dye Recycle, RunYourself, and Martee. Brings valuable expertise in corporate finance, M&A, and investor relations, along with a commitment to mentoring founders in scaling their businesses.

Suzannah Steele

Angel investor with a strong focus on software, technology, and automation sectors. His notable portfolio includes companies such as Carnot Engines, Ripple, and CrowdProperty, showcasing his commitment to innovative solutions. He brings a wealth of experience in Agile development and a pragmatic approach to cross-discipline business challenges, making him a valuable asset for founders seeking not just capital, but also strategic guidance and a catalyst for productivity.

Yann Eves

Lawrence is a seasoned business angel and Partner at Lunar Ventures, an early-stage deep tech fund. He focuses on investing in pioneering founders addressing complex challenges across sectors such as deep tech, frontier tech, AI, biotech, and blockchain. His notable portfolio includes companies like Zama, deepset, Hathora, Rain.ai, and Charm Therapeutics. In addition to capital, Lawrence offers valuable insights and connections, drawing from his extensive experience advising organisations such as the OECD and UK Government on technology policy.

Lawrence Lundy-Bryan

Angel investor with a robust background in Learning Technology and SaaS platforms, specialising in global enterprise solutions. Focused on the Edtech sector, he leverages his extensive experience managing portfolios for multi-billion-pound organisations to advise founders on optimising their learning platforms for business success. Additionally, he is dedicated to coaching and mentoring professionals in the learning and tech industries, offering valuable insights into career development and employability.

Adam Parsons (flpi)

Angel investor with a strong technical background in software, electronics, and mechanical engineering, focusing on investment opportunities in Cyber Security, Cloud Computing, Broadcast, Film, Pharmaceuticals, and Software. With extensive international experience in product development and team management across the US and Europe, they bring valuable insights into launching and scaling technology-driven ventures. Additionally, they offer mentorship to start-ups and high-growth tech companies through their association with the Cambridge Judge Business School, alongside serving as a non-executive director and business advisor to larger organisations.

Alan Platt

Angel investor with a proven track record in scaling mid-market and enterprise SaaS companies, specialising in sectors such as healthtech, HRtech, e-commerce, martech, proptech, accounting, fintech, and governance. With a strong background in sales, customer success, partnerships, and revenue operations, they bring a data-driven approach to building effective revenue engines. Founders can benefit from their extensive expertise in market research, strategic planning, and demand generation, alongside valuable insights into sales development and marketing automation.

Alex King

Angel investor with extensive experience in the Financial Services, Fintech, Edtech, and HRtech sectors. Known for orchestrating significant business transformations, including the successful sale of a $50 million turnover business and leading large-scale outsourcing initiatives. Offers strategic insights and operational expertise, providing founders with invaluable support in navigating complex business landscapes and driving growth through coaching and mentoring.

Alison Redpath

Angel investor with extensive experience in technology and SaaS sectors. Focuses on early-stage companies in software, hardware, AI, and digital solutions, having invested in over 30 startups. Offers valuable mentorship and guidance to founders, leveraging his background in building and running businesses to help navigate challenges and refine strategies. Committed to fostering long-term relationships with entrepreneurs to support their growth and success.

Alister Esam

Angel investor based in Brighton with a strong background in building early-stage tech startups and serving as Head of Operations. Focuses on investment in sectors including technology, online safety, cyber security, wellness, mental health, and edtech. Beyond capital, he offers valuable support in fundraising strategy, community building, and coaching founders on company development and digital wellbeing, with a commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion within the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Amanda Green

Angel investor specialising in early-stage ventures with a focus on fintech, software, and data sectors. Known for providing not only capital but also strategic insights and macro communications expertise to founders. Their approach is centred on fostering innovation and supporting startups in navigating complex market landscapes.

Andre Botelho

Angel investor with extensive experience in the B2B sector, specialising in marketing, operations, and software. Known for a strong track record in profitable revenue growth and P&L management, they bring considerable international experience across Europe, the US, and India. Founders can benefit from their analytical approach and comprehensive background in marketing and product management, alongside their leadership and communication skills, which enhance strategic decision-making and operational efficiency.

Andrew Pearce

Angel investor with a strong background in technology and finance, holding qualifications as a Fellow Chartered Accountant and a BSc in Physics. Specialises in maximising business value and efficiency through the integration of technology and AI, with expertise spanning CEO, CTO, and CFO roles. Focuses on investment opportunities within the technology, AI, software, and automation sectors, bringing valuable insights and strategic guidance to founders seeking to enhance their business operations.

Ara Martirossian F.c.a.

Angel investor with a strong focus on the digital, tech, online, and media sectors. Specialises in sourcing investment for startups and growing businesses, offering expertise in early-stage growth strategies, operational structuring, and revenue plotting. As a mentor to multiple accelerator programmes and with experience in corporate finance fundraising, they provide valuable guidance to founders beyond capital, including investment readiness preparation and strategic business development.

Aristos Peters

Seasoned Angel Investor and Investment Advisor with a strong focus on Nigeria's dynamic market, specialising in sectors such as Agriculture, Real Estate, Renewable Energy, Equity, Crypto, Startups, Fintech, and AI. Known for curating and managing a diversified investment portfolio, he achieves impressive annual returns of 30-90% on selected investments. Beyond capital, he offers strategic advice, business acumen, and valuable industry connections to help startups scale and navigate challenges effectively.

Ayo Akinfolarin

Angel investor with over 30 years of experience in the dental sector, specialising in investments within dental, healthtech, and wellness industries. With a strong background in business development, operations, and professional development, they bring valuable insights and strategic guidance to founders. Known for delivering rapid growth and having experience with private equity, they offer not only capital but also a wealth of knowledge and connections that can significantly enhance a startup's trajectory. Fluent in Spanish and proficient in French, they are well-equipped to engage with diverse teams and markets.

carlos clark

An active Angel Investor with over 28 years of technological experience, including 10 years at Managing Director level, this business angel brings a wealth of expertise in the technology sector, particularly in software, fintech, and cyber security. With a proven track record in global technology leadership, they excel in re-engineering complex environments to meet ambitious business demands and possess strong organisational and cultural skills that facilitate effective collaboration and communication. Founders seeking investment will benefit from their strategic thinking and extensive experience managing large global organisations, making them a valuable partner beyond just capital.

Chris Edmonds

Angel investor with over 27 years of experience in business transformation and operational effectiveness, specialising in sectors such as FinTech, SaaS, operations, finance, professional services, pharmaceuticals, and commercial trade. Known for a strategic, analytical approach to problem-solving, they engage deeply with founders to drive commercial performance and ensure successful outcomes. Beyond capital, they offer invaluable expertise in coaching, mentoring, and corporate governance, empowering businesses to navigate challenges and achieve sustainable growth.

Chris Waters

Christian Thomas is a business angel at Eclipse, specialising in digital experience, AI, software, martech, and e-commerce. With a strong emphasis on experimentation, he helps founders understand the impact of their changes on customer experience, providing valuable data-driven insights. Beyond capital, he offers expertise in leveraging digital solutions for growth, making him a strategic partner for startups looking to enhance their market presence.

Christian T.

Seasoned business angel with over three decades of experience in angel investing, property development, and office products. Actively invests in high-potential startups across sectors such as proptech, real estate, and e-commerce, offering strategic guidance and mentorship to founders. As a finalist for the UKBAA Business Angel of the Year 2024, they are committed to fostering innovation and supporting female entrepreneurs, providing invaluable insights and access to networks that facilitate growth and success.

Damian Cavanagh

Angel investor with extensive experience in the public and private sectors, specialising in HRtech, wellness, and mental health. Known for fostering respectful relationships and collaborations, they offer valuable insights to founders navigating career transitions and strategic decisions. Their coaching programmes empower professionals to align their choices with their values and aspirations, ensuring that decisions are both realistic and fully considered.

Dan Brandenburger

Angel investor with a keen interest in creating valuable and profitable businesses that incorporate social good. Specialising in the sectors of technology, data, and behaviour, they bring a wealth of knowledge and insights to founders seeking investment. Their approach combines financial backing with a commitment to fostering innovation that positively impacts society.

Gi Fernando

Angel investor with over 11 years of go-to-market leadership experience, specialising in sectors such as Fintech, E-commerce Tech, Health & Fitness, and Hospitality Tech. Known for scaling revenue from $250K to $205m ARR, he brings invaluable expertise in building high-performing teams and scaling operations, having successfully expanded functions to over 150 headcount. Founders can benefit from his extensive network and strategic insights, which are instrumental in navigating hyper-growth environments.

Glen Foster

Angel investor with extensive experience across IT, Telecoms, Energy, Industrial Automation, Construction, and Electronics. Known for delivering consultancy and practical solutions to SMEs and corporates, he offers unique value to founders through his expertise in R&D Tax Credit claims, business development, and operational excellence. His entrepreneurial and dynamic approach, combined with a strong track record in managing transformation programmes, positions him as a valuable partner for technology startups seeking growth and strategic guidance.

Gordon Carmichael

Hari is a seasoned business angel with over 20 years of experience across telecom, management consulting, technology, and investment banking. He focuses on sectors including telecom, technology, investment banking, accommodation, travel, proptech, and SaaS, leveraging his extensive background to identify and invest in promising startups. Hari is known for his ability to provide invaluable mentorship and guidance to entrepreneurs, helping them navigate complex cross-functional projects and achieve their strategic business objectives. His keen insight into market trends and innovative strategies further enhances the growth and profitability of early-stage ventures.

Hari Sivaraj

Angel investor with over 10 years of experience in the technology sector, specialising in AI, machine learning, data, and software. As a member of Revenue Syndicate, the UK's first angel syndicate for end-users of tech-enabled solutions, he is dedicated to supporting innovative and diverse founders who are addressing real-world challenges with scalable and sustainable solutions. He offers valuable insights into early-stage investing and leverages his expertise in account management and business strategy to help founders accelerate their ventures from concept to impact.

Iain Hayes

Angel investor with extensive experience in scaling tech-led businesses, particularly in the technology, eCommerce, B2B, B2C, martech, and software sectors. Known for driving profitable growth and customer acquisition, they have a proven track record of leading high-performing teams and pioneering innovative go-to-market strategies. Beyond capital investment, they offer valuable expertise in marketing, sales, and digital strategy, making them a strategic partner for founders seeking to enhance product adoption and market presence.

James Elias

Angel investor with 25 years of experience in the B2B events industry, having successfully founded and built a £16M turnover business before achieving an exit in 2024. Currently serving as Strategy & Innovation Director at the acquiring company, he is dedicated to M&A and international growth. His investment focus lies in sustainability, agriculture, water, food, foodtech, and greentech, with a passion for connecting start-ups with venture capitalists and corporate partners, offering valuable insights and strategic guidance to founders.

Jennie Moss

Angel investor with thirty years of experience as an entrepreneur and founder, specialising in disruptive technology businesses within the AI, FinTech, data, and digital marketing sectors. He has successfully established five start-ups, achieving four trade sales and one IPO, and has invested over £400,000 of personal funds. Known for working closely with exceptional teams to create businesses valued in excess of £100 million, he offers valuable mentorship and strategic insights alongside his financial backing.

John Regan

Angel investor with a strong background in financial sales and recruitment, particularly in placing sales development representatives and account executives within SaaS companies. Currently engaged in the SaaS sector at Salesloft, they focus on investing in tech-enabled solutions, including SaaS, HRtech, and technology sectors. This angel investor not only provides capital but also valuable insights and connections within the industry, fostering a community that empowers founders to realise their vision.

Jon Allder

Angel investor with over 20 years of experience in growth software and hardware corporations, specialising in sectors such as software, hardware, e-commerce, and fintech. With a robust background in commercial strategy, go-to-market guidance, and international expansion, they offer valuable insights into revenue creation and operational execution. Their leadership experience in CxO and GM roles equips them to foster organisational alignment and implement effective feedback loops, ensuring that founders receive not only capital but also strategic support to drive their ventures forward.

Karen Gallantry

Angel investor with a wealth of experience in Ed Tech, Renewable Energy, AI, and Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) sectors. Known for a strong background in business process re-engineering, project management, and strategic partnerships, he offers invaluable mentorship to founders in developing their products and business plans. With a proven track record in leading transformational projects for global clients and a commitment to nurturing talent, he provides not only capital but also strategic guidance to help startups scale effectively.

Kasyapp Ivaaturi

Angel investor with extensive experience in the IT sector, having progressed to Managing Director of ICL/Fujitsu’s outsourcing business, overseeing a substantial turnover and large workforce. Since beginning angel investing in July 2013, he focuses on software, tech, data, and e-commerce sectors, leveraging his background in establishing innovative performance partnerships to offer strategic guidance and valuable industry connections to founders. His successful track record includes founding Kendric Ash, which delivered a remarkable return on investment before its sale to Northgate Information Systems.

Ken Mander

Laura is a business angel with a strong focus on early-stage ClimateTech, Energy, Greentech, and Sustainability startups. She is dedicated to breaking down complex technologies and connecting investors with innovative founders, offering not just capital but also valuable insights into industry trends and developments. Laura's mission is to support the global Hack Community, making her a unique asset for entrepreneurs seeking guidance and investment in the rapidly evolving climate sector.

Laura Hodgkiss

Angel investor with expertise in risk management, sustainability, innovation, biodiversity, greentech, and energy. Focused on supporting companies that are advancing H2+ innovations, he collaborates with founders to co-create strategies and workshops that challenge assumptions and foster fresh thinking. Beyond capital, he offers valuable insights and connections, leveraging his experience in navigating uncertainty and driving meaningful action towards regenerative futures.

Layla Wildon

Angel investor with a keen interest in female-led start-ups, investing exclusively through Angel Academe. Focuses on sectors including B2C, eCommerce, and wellness, offering valuable insights and support to founders. Additionally, as a weaver and textile artist, she brings a unique creative perspective that can enhance brand storytelling and product development. For information on membership or funding applications, please visit the Angel Academe website.

Lucy Rhodes

Angel investor with a strong background in B2B and B2C sectors, specialising in martech, sustainability, and digital transformation. Known for implementing results-driven strategies and managing complex projects, they offer valuable expertise in brand building and innovative campaign development. Passionate about driving growth and productivity, they provide founders with not only capital but also strategic insights and connections to accelerate their ventures.

Madeleine Portwain

Angel investor with nine years of experience in the tech and sustainability sectors. As a founding member of three startups with a combined turnover of £90 million, they have a proven track record in fostering year-on-year growth across a total of eleven startups. Known for their ethical investment approach, they offer unique insights and alternative perspectives that benefit founders beyond just financial support.

Mark Taylor

Angel investor with extensive experience in telecomms, telemetry, and technology sectors. Having founded and successfully sold a tech company after two decades, they bring a wealth of knowledge in building and scaling businesses in complex, technical arenas. Their passion for innovation and project execution allows them to offer valuable insights and connections to founders, enhancing their ventures beyond just financial investment.

Matt Walker

Angel investor with extensive experience in finance, particularly in investment banking and alternative investments. He has invested in approximately 25 companies across diverse sectors, including sports tech, health, wellness, deep tech, social media, space exploration, EV technology, gaming, fintech, HPC computing, and student welfare and experience. Known for his sector-agnostic approach, he offers valuable insights and mentorship to founders, leveraging his 25 years of industry experience to enhance their chances of success.

Matthew White

Angel investor specialising in business development, technology, digital marketing, and sales, with a particular focus on the IT and travel sectors. As a Google Cloud Development Partner, they bring valuable expertise in software and tech solutions, offering founders not only capital but also strategic guidance and industry connections. Their investment interests encompass a range of areas including IT, tech, software, travel, and digital marketing, making them a versatile partner for startups in these fields.

Mike Crompton

Angel investor with a strong background in SaaS, Martech, and Tech sectors. With a proven track record as a Senior Corporate Account Manager at Intuit Mailchimp, they bring valuable expertise in sales strategies and customer success. Committed to fostering collaborative environments, they offer founders not only capital but also strategic insights and mentorship to drive growth and optimize processes.

Miriam J.

Niels is a highly experienced executive-level digital technologist, chief architect, and CTO, with a strong focus on the tech, software, and data sectors. He is passionate about developing technical platforms and nurturing talent to innovate and scale digital products that are desirable, commercially viable, and technically feasible. Founders seeking investment will benefit from his strategic insights and expertise in building effective teams and organisations, providing valuable guidance beyond just capital.

Niels van den Brink

Angel investor with a focus on early-stage companies, particularly in the healthcare, green technology, finance, and SaaS sectors. A member of the Southern Angels Investors Club and the British Angels Association, he seeks opportunities that qualify for EIS and SEIS tax reliefs. With extensive expertise in sales leadership, business development, and international sales across various industries, he offers valuable insights and connections to founders beyond financial support. Known investments include health, green technology, finance platforms, SaaS platforms, and recycling initiatives.

Nigel White

Angel investor dedicated to supporting ventures that address intriguing challenges, with a keen interest in emerging industries, alternative assets, and digital products. With an academic background in Cultural Management and a certificate in Investment Management, they bring a unique blend of analytical skills and creative insight. Proficient in JavaScript and Python, they offer valuable technical expertise alongside capital, making them a resourceful partner for founders seeking to innovate and grow.

Nikolaos Maniatis

Angel investor with a strong background in energy, clean tech, deep tech, AI, greentech, and SaaS. With eight years of expertise and a solid analytical foundation from a PhD, they bring valuable insights into market economics, product development, and commercialisation. They are dedicated to fostering high-impact solutions and offer unique value to founders through their extensive network and experience in both public and private sectors, as well as a passion for scientific communication and growth.

Oscar Williams

Angel investor with extensive expertise in software, cloud, security, ICT, IT services, digital, telecom, cyber security, and SaaS sectors. Known for empowering organisations to achieve significant sales growth and operational improvements, he brings a wealth of industry knowledge and connections to founders. His experience includes leading multi-million-pound business transformations and negotiating M&A deals, providing invaluable support beyond capital through strategic guidance and mentorship.

Paul Edwards

Angel investor with a focus on the built environment, fire safety, planning, access consultancy, construction, regtech, and proptech sectors. Known for offering bespoke support to founders, Assent provides a flexible resource for navigating building regulations from design phase to project completion. Their unique value lies in their commitment to identifying potential issues early, ensuring efficient problem-solving and minimising time and cost overruns for clients.

Paul Le Mare

Paul is a seasoned business angel with over 37 years of experience in supply chain and innovation management, primarily within the global Coca-Cola system. He focuses on investments in the food, supply chain, and foodtech sectors, leveraging his extensive expertise in mergers and acquisitions, post-acquisition integration, and strategic supply chain planning. In addition to providing capital, Paul offers invaluable mentorship to founders, drawing on his recent experience working with startups in the food sector to guide them through product development and operational challenges.

Paul Stanford

Angel investor with extensive expertise in technology and electronics, particularly within the retail sector. With a background in pioneering customer counting and performance tracking tools, he has a proven track record of transforming innovative concepts into market-ready solutions. His role at Geniusin involves developing technology that enhances customer experience and operational efficiency. Always open to sharing insights and discussing opportunities, he brings a wealth of industry knowledge and a network of connections to support founders in their ventures.

Paul Tombs

Angel investor with a focus on the Edtech, Data, and Tech sectors. Committed to addressing the digital and data skills gap, they advocate for strategic digital transformation that not only drives innovation but also future-proofs the workforce and fosters diverse talent pipelines. Known for challenging the status quo, they bring valuable insights and a collaborative approach to founders seeking to enhance their business strategies and operational excellence.

Rhys Westall

Angel investor with 28 years of experience in the Technology, Media, and Telecommunications (TMT) sector, specialising in regulated markets, data, e-commerce, fintech, media, software, and technology. Having held senior roles such as Board Director, Chief Financial Officer, and Chief Commercial Officer, they bring a wealth of strategic insight and a deep understanding of driving business growth in competitive environments. Known for their authenticity and people-centric approach, they offer founders not only capital but also valuable mentorship and guidance in achieving sustainable growth through clarity of brand purpose and customer obsession.

Richard Woodward

Angel investor with expertise in financial services, fintech, proptech, and real estate. As part of the Enterprise 100 network, one of the leading business angel groups in the UK, they offer not only capital but also valuable insights from their extensive experience in business turnaround, revenue generation, and organisational development. Founders can benefit from their strategic guidance and connections within the entrepreneurial and commercial sectors, enhancing their chances of success.

Robert Nichols

Angel investor with extensive experience in financial and business growth, specialising in sectors such as energy, chemicals, packaging, industrials, climate change, sustainability, and the arts. As a former Deloitte Partner, he has led over 100 M&A transactions and currently serves as a Non-Executive Advisor at Gillespies, as well as being a founding member of the South East Angels and an Associate of the Green Angels Syndicate. He offers valuable insights and strategic guidance to founders, leveraging his international experience and strong network to support ambitious privately owned businesses, start-ups, and charities.

Ross James

Angel investor with over 30 years of experience in healthtech, digital health, deeptech, and biotech, specialising in genomics and AI. Currently serving as the Chief Business and Investment Officer at PrecisionLife, he leverages his analytical skills and extensive network to drive business development and secure funding. Known for his insights into digital transformation and governance, he is also an independent director and board advisor, committed to fostering diversity and inclusion while attracting international ESG investors.

Rowan Gardner

Angel investor with a strong background in the video games and media sectors, having founded Just and Gamer Network, which includes notable brands such as Eurogamer and GamesIndustry.biz. He occasionally invests in and advises businesses across video games, games media, location-based entertainment, and hospitality. His extensive industry experience and connections provide valuable insights and strategic guidance to founders seeking to navigate these dynamic markets.

Rupert Loman-West

Angel investor with extensive experience across Web3, Oil and Gas, Hospitality, Events, and Web2 sectors. Known for exceptional early success and a proven track record in strategic planning and revenue growth, he is currently focused on developing innovative use cases for digital assets that address the cold start problem for businesses globally. His entrepreneurial perspective and commercial acumen provide valuable insights and guidance to founders, enhancing their potential for success in competitive markets.

Sammy Verghese

Angel investor with extensive expertise in technology, software, fintech, and cyber security. Known for strong leadership skills across global teams, they excel in managing highly skilled development teams through complex change programmes that deliver significant business value. Founders can benefit from their proven ability to establish a culture of high performance and their deep understanding of both front and back office technology disciplines.

Sandeep Rana

Sarah Watt is a business angel with a focus on the Private Rented Sector, property investment, real estate, and proptech. She is dedicated to empowering female founders by offering pitch advice and coaching to enhance their presentation skills, enabling them to effectively communicate their value proposition to potential investors. With a mission to increase female representation in angel investing and support women in securing funding for their businesses, Sarah combines her extensive experience in property investment and wealth coaching to provide valuable insights and mentorship to ambitious women entrepreneurs.

Sarah Watt

Simon is a seasoned business angel with over 20 years of experience in talent acquisition and development, having invested in more than 20 start-up and scale-up private companies across the Tech, Pharma, FMCG, and Sustainability sectors. His extensive background in engaging and retaining top talent, coupled with his passion for building diverse and inclusive teams, positions him as a valuable partner for founders seeking not only capital but also strategic guidance in talent management and organisational development. Simon's unique expertise in HRtech further enhances his ability to support innovative ventures in navigating the complexities of team dynamics and growth.

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