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 West England

Chris Mairs

Darren Westlake is the founder and CEO of Disco, a social music discovery app designed to help users discover new music by seeing and hearing what others are listening to. He is also known as an angel investor in Round Treasury. Previously, he was the founder of Crowdcube.

Darren Westlake

Jonathan Scudder is an investor and co-founder of ForgeRock, with over 20 years of experience focusing on culture and collaboration to drive growth and success. As an angel investor, he has invested in Lexverify and is eager to connect with charities, startups, incubators, and founders, particularly in Bristol, Norway, and Silicon Valley. He has a background in analytics, finance, software engineering, and cloud, and is passionate about leadership, change, and strategy.

Jonathan Scudder

Joshua Western is the CEO & Co-Founder at Space Forge, an in-space manufacturing company focused on building the world's first returnable and re-launchable satellite platform to enable scalable manufacturing of materials that cannot be created on Earth. As an angel investor, he has invested in Isembard and has previously worked for major European aerospace and space companies and the UK Space Agency on various projects related to space exploration, national security, strategy, and sustainability.

Joshua Western

Richard Yorke is an investor and advisor focused on the Cyber sector, with a career in the Cyber and National Security industry spanning over 20 years. As an angel investor, he is proud to support start-ups and tech companies, including known investments like Lexverify, while also contributing to the growth of the cyber community in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, and the wider UK.

Richard Yorke

Angel investor with extensive expertise in financial services, technology, fintech, automation, cyber security, and SaaS. Notable investment includes Connected Innovations, a company dedicated to developing automated safety solutions for homes and businesses. Brings over two decades of global experience in enhancing client services and operational efficiency, offering valuable insights and mentorship to founders seeking to scale their businesses and enhance market presence.

Alastair Doodson

Angel investor with a strong background in high-growth technology startups, specialising in sectors such as tech, climate tech, edtech, greentech, blockchain, and sustainability. As a co-founder of Memrise, a language learning app with over 65 million users, and CEO of Angry Teenagers, which leverages Web3 technology for forest planting initiatives, they bring valuable insights into innovation and product development. Their extensive experience and network offer founders not only financial support but also strategic guidance in building impactful products.

Ben Whately

Angel investor with over 15 years of experience in the software and technology sector, now based in North Devon. Focuses on investments in B2B digital platforms, software, technology, and SaaS companies. Notable portfolio includes APS, Xerox, Sefas, Impellam, and Clarify. Offers valuable insights into account management and sales effectiveness, leveraging a deep understanding of both client and vendor perspectives to enhance business growth and operational efficiency.

Benjamin Ashmore

Angel investor with a focus on tech organisations, specialising in consultative sales and marketing programmes. Since 2007, they have invested in nine startups, including notable companies such as Optitune, a leader in nano coating technology, and Veracity, known for its innovative CCTV solutions. Their investment interests span sectors including nano coating technology, CCTV technology, hardware, cyber security, and energy, providing founders with not only capital but also valuable industry insights and strategic guidance.

Carl Rigby

Angel investor with a focus on renewable energy, hydroelectric generation, and sustainability. Known for investing in businesses with a worthwhile purpose, including PicoStream, which aims to revolutionise hydroelectric generation. Offers valuable guidance to founders through systems designed to enhance business growth and personal empowerment, drawing on extensive experience in overcoming challenges in both business and life.

Guy Arnold

Angel investor with a strong background in corporate management and international business development, specialising in the automotive and technology sectors. Known for his investment in AutoRara, a prominent UK brand in classic car restoration and restomod services, he brings valuable expertise in strategic planning, fiscal modelling, and growth strategies. His comprehensive knowledge in software and hardware R&D, coupled with a Bath University MBA, enables him to offer founders not only capital but also strategic insights and connections to drive their ventures forward.

Guy Dungworth

Angel investor with a strong commitment to enhancing the life chances of children and young people through education and impactful youth provision. Focuses on investing in Bristol-based businesses, particularly in the EdTech and Fintech sectors, with a notable portfolio that includes Clearscore, Modulr, and Salary Finance. Beyond capital, he offers invaluable support through his extensive network and experience, fostering collaboration and growth among startups in a nurturing environment.

Heather Frankham

Angel investor with a focus on technology, blockchain, media, and SaaS sectors. Known for his investment in Bazooka Bunny, he actively supports early tech startups by offering not only capital but also valuable mentorship and advice on scaling in the digital space. With a background in remote talent placement and a passion for film production, he brings unique insights into online marketing and communication, making him a valuable partner for founders seeking to navigate the complexities of the digital landscape.

Henry Rouquairol

Angel investor and early-stage technology investor with extensive experience in emerging and developed markets, having led over 130 technology investments, including notable African unicorns such as Flutterwave, Andela, and Wave. With a background as a former start-up founder and senior executive in the energy sector, they bring a wealth of knowledge in developing and executing business strategies within technology and energy value chains. Affiliated with the Oxford Entrepreneurs Network, they offer unique insights and connections to founders seeking to navigate the complexities of the tech landscape.

Kevin Simmons

Mica is a business angel with a strong focus on investment in the food and beverage, health and wellness, technology, AI, HRtech, and mental health sectors. Her notable portfolio includes successful companies such as Tails, Monzo, Skin + Me, and Heights. Beyond capital, Mica offers invaluable expertise in transformational communication and coaching, empowering founders to cultivate high-performance cultures within their teams.

Mica Vaipan

Oliver is a business angel with a strong focus on e-commerce, martech, and B2C sectors. He co-founded ConversionWise, where he has leveraged his expertise in Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO) to help over 3,500 brands, including notable names such as SlimFast, Lamborghini, and Kim Kardashian, achieve significant increases in conversion rates. Beyond capital investment, Oliver offers founders valuable insights into optimising their customer acquisition strategies, enabling them to enhance revenue per session without additional advertising spend.

Oliver Kenyon

Angel investor with a focus on healthcare, technology, healthtech, mental health, AI, and edtech. Notable investments include Dementia Care Devon, a pioneering dementia care provider, and Kyne, which is developing a neuro-inclusive app to assist children with reading and writing. Committed to backing passionate and resilient founders, they bring valuable insights and support to help drive meaningful change in their respective fields.

Peter de Groot

Angel investor with extensive experience in startup and SME environments, currently supporting early-stage companies through Angel Investors Bristol, with a focus on the South West. Notable investment includes Aeropowder, a company innovating in waste feather-based insulation for cold chain logistics, significantly reducing CO2 emissions. Specialises in sectors such as Pharmaceuticals, Perishables, Logistics, Greentech, Sustainability, Healthtech, and Supply Chain, offering valuable insights and connections to founders beyond financial support.

Peter Lockett

Angel investor with extensive experience in biotechnology and bioengineering, focusing on sectors such as bioeconomy, alternative protein, and life sciences. Notable investments include Extracellular, Shiok Meats, Akamis Bio, and Replimune Ltd. Brings valuable expertise in technical due diligence, fundraising, and project management, offering founders not just capital but also strategic guidance and industry connections to drive innovation and growth.

Prithvi Kodialbail

Angel investor with extensive experience in e-commerce, consumer-facing companies, and social games. Known for investments in LLUSTRE.com, Fab.com, and Playfish, he brings a wealth of expertise in product ownership, user experience, and agile software development. With a strong background as a product leader at Meta and Bumble, he offers invaluable guidance to founders in areas such as international expansion, customer development, and team management, ensuring their products and companies thrive.

Vivienne Sung

Angel investor with extensive experience in technology and e-commerce sectors, particularly in foodtech. Known for significant contributions to Just Eat prior to its IPO and for driving growth at Treatwell, which was acquired by Recruit Holdings for $222 million. Brings valuable insights and strategic guidance to founders, leveraging a strong network and a proven track record in scaling businesses internationally.

Leigh Phillipson

Angel investor with extensive experience in the IT sector, specialising in emerging markets and technology. A member of the Southern Angel Investors Club (SAIC), he holds ownership stakes in several early-stage companies. He offers valuable mentorship to founders, leveraging his diverse project management expertise and ability to connect innovative ideas to solve complex challenges.

Alison Kyle

Angel investor based in Bristol, specialising in early-stage technology companies with a focus on software and tech sectors. In addition to providing capital, they offer valuable mentorship to start-ups, leveraging their expertise to guide founders through the challenges of building and scaling their businesses.

Andrew Gray

Accomplished business angel with extensive expertise in mobile communications, fintech, and technology sectors. With a proven track record in leading large-scale technology transformations and driving significant financial improvements, they offer invaluable insights into business strategy and operations. Their unique ability to analyse complex challenges and communicate strategic direction effectively makes them a valuable partner for founders seeking not just capital, but also strategic guidance and operational excellence.

Graham Baxter

Angel investor with expertise in supply chain and healthtech sectors. As the Head of Business Development and Procurement for protective clothing and equipment, they bring valuable industry insights and connections to founders. Their focus on these sectors positions them as a strategic partner for startups seeking to innovate and grow within these critical markets.

James Udriot

Angel investor dedicated to supporting ambitious businesswomen and conscientious founders in the wellness, sustainability, and tech sectors. Known for providing not only funding but also valuable advice and connections through initiatives like the popular Angel Drop-In (ADI) clinics, which cater to entrepreneurs at various stages of their journey. With a strong emphasis on fostering leadership and behavioural change, this angel investor champions founders aiming to create impactful legacies and drive meaningful change in their industries.

Jennifer Clamp

Angel investor dedicated to creating and nurturing startups that deliver a lasting social impact. With a focus on the sectors of social impact and sustainability, they offer valuable insights and connections to founders aiming to make a difference. Their commitment to fostering innovation in these areas positions them as a strategic partner for entrepreneurs seeking to drive meaningful change.

Jim Moodie

Julian Boulter is a seasoned business angel with extensive expertise in financial services, fintech, and software. With a proven track record leading a $330 million P&L and holding senior roles in various financial institutions, he brings invaluable insights to founders navigating digital transformation. His global experience across the USA, Asia, Europe, and Africa enhances his ability to provide strategic guidance and connections that extend beyond capital investment.

Julian Boulter

Angel investor with a strong background in finance and a focus on early-stage investments in HRtech and Fintech sectors. With extensive experience in corporate finance and a passion for helping others, they offer valuable insights into recruitment and talent management, alongside financial expertise. As part of the First Impressions Group, they are well-positioned to support founders seeking SEIS and EIS relief funding, providing not only capital but also guidance and mentorship to help startups thrive.

Kate Clarke - Xero Certified

Accomplished business angel and entrepreneur with a robust background in Med-Tech, Clean-Tech, and Digital eCommerce. Actively engaged as Chairman and lead investor in two start-up ventures, he leverages over a decade of investment experience to guide early-stage companies towards growth and institutional investment. His expertise in operational improvements, honed through his previous consultancy, enables him to provide invaluable strategic insights and mentorship to founders, fostering their potential for success.

Malcolm Chapman

Angel investor with extensive experience in real estate, digital innovation, automotive, telecommunications, and social media. Known for investing in notable companies such as P&G, L'Oréal Paris, and Unilever, he offers not only financial support but also invaluable mentorship and guidance to startup teams. His deep industry expertise and extensive network enable him to connect founders with potential customers, investors, and partners, ensuring they navigate the challenges of building and growing their businesses effectively.

Mohsin J.

Angel investor passionate about technology, with a keen focus on the tech sector. They bring valuable insights and connections to founders, enhancing their strategic direction and growth potential. With a commitment to supporting innovative ideas, they are well-positioned to assist startups in navigating the complexities of the technology landscape.

Oliver Bouzad

Angel investor with extensive experience in the healthcare, healthtech, and biotech sectors. Known for a dynamic approach to business management, he brings a proven track record in driving revenue and optimising processes for growth and profitability. Founders can benefit from his comprehensive expertise in general business management, national sales, and product management, alongside his commitment to customer satisfaction and strategic alignment with business goals.

Pavan Pankhania

Angel investor with a strong focus on long-term sustainable business models within high growth and high innovation environments. Specialises in sectors such as automation, data, sustainability, and technology, advocating for scalable automation and data-driven decision making. Committed to fostering culture-based growth, he offers valuable insights and strategic guidance to founders seeking to navigate the complexities of their industries.

Robert Ogden

Angel investor with extensive expertise in life sciences and informatics, specialising in drug discovery and clinical informatics. With a strong track record of raising over £65M in venture funding, they bring valuable insights into precision medicine, genomics, and the application of large-scale patient datasets. Their experience includes participation in a London Stock Exchange flotation and multiple corporate acquisitions, alongside a robust background in commercialisation strategies for innovative high-tech products. Founders can benefit from their deep technical knowledge and international experience across the UK, Europe, and the USA.

Steve Gardner

The User Syndicate is the UK’s first Angel Syndicate and community, dedicated to go-to-market practitioners and operators within the UK tech industry. With a focus on the tech and software sectors, its members are instrumental in driving the growth of some of the fastest-growing companies globally. The syndicate offers not only capital but also invaluable insights and connections, leveraging the extensive experience of its members to support founders in navigating the complexities of scaling their businesses.

Steven Evans

Experienced business angel with a strong focus on investing in SMEs within the medical, telecoms, finance, healthtech, fintech, and software sectors. With over 30 years of management experience as a general manager in the computer software industry, they bring valuable insights and strategic guidance to founders. Their extensive background equips them to support startups not only with capital but also with operational expertise and industry connections.

Tom Moore

Angel investor with over a decade of experience in fast-growing SaaS environments, specialising in technology, software, customer success, and martech sectors. Known for a customer-centric and data-driven approach, they excel in blending customer milestones into cohesive strategies that enhance the overall customer experience. Beyond capital investment, they offer valuable insights and leadership to founders, fostering a culture that prioritises team happiness and autonomy, ultimately driving business success.

Jonathan Harris

Angel investor with a diverse background in consulting, growth strategy, brand development, client relationships, and operations. Offers strategic expertise to founders seeking to optimise their organisations and implement effective growth strategies without the commitment of a full-time hire. Known for a structured approach that includes a comprehensive assessment of current performance, identifying growth hurdles, and aligning business strategies with long-term goals.

Louise Jensen

Angel investor with extensive experience in the aerospace and defence sectors, stemming from a distinguished career in the British Army and over twenty years in senior roles within the defence industry. Currently focused on investing in Aerospace and Defence startups in the UK, leveraging deep industry knowledge and insights gained from his role as Global VP Aerospace and Defence at Frost. Offers valuable advisory support to founders, drawing on his expertise in investment, innovation, and market dynamics.

Michael (Mike) Rowe

Angel investor with expertise in cyber security and software sectors. Known for a strategic approach that combines analytical rigor and legal insight, gained from a background in neuropsychology and law. Offers valuable guidance to founders in navigating enterprise security challenges, leveraging extensive experience from a successful role at CrowdStrike.

Peter Watts

Angel investor specialising in Web3, Tech, and Finance, with a keen interest in the blockchain and fintech sectors. They offer valuable insights and strategic guidance to founders, leveraging their expertise to help navigate the complexities of these rapidly evolving industries. Their investment approach is centred on fostering innovation and supporting visionary entrepreneurs in building transformative solutions.

Ross Jones

Angel investor with a focus on technology and healthcare sectors. Known for investing in early-stage startups, they bring valuable industry insights and strategic guidance to founders. Their expertise extends to product development and scaling operations, enhancing the growth potential of their portfolio companies.

Angel X

Angel investor with a focus on technology and healthcare sectors. Known for investing in early-stage startups, they bring extensive industry knowledge and a strong network of connections to support founders in scaling their businesses. Their approach emphasises strategic guidance alongside financial investment, helping entrepreneurs navigate critical growth phases effectively.

Gary Gill

Angel investor with a background as a Non-Executive Director and Executive Coach. Specialises in providing strategic guidance and mentorship to founders, leveraging extensive experience to enhance business growth. Offers valuable insights and connections that extend beyond financial investment, fostering long-term success for emerging enterprises.

Gary Kyle

Angel investor with a focus on technology and healthcare sectors. Known for supporting early-stage startups, they bring a wealth of experience in scaling businesses and strategic market positioning. Their unique value lies in providing not only financial backing but also mentorship and access to a broad network of industry contacts, enhancing the growth potential of the founders they work with.

Hitesh Kapadia

Angel investor with a focus on technology and healthcare sectors. Known for supporting early-stage startups, they bring extensive industry expertise and a robust network of connections to founders. Their investment approach emphasises not only financial backing but also strategic guidance, helping entrepreneurs navigate challenges and scale their businesses effectively.

James Wenger

Angel investor with a focus on technology and healthcare sectors. Known for supporting early-stage startups, they bring extensive industry expertise and a strong network of connections to founders. Their approach emphasises strategic guidance and mentorship, helping entrepreneurs refine their business models and navigate market challenges effectively.

John Warburton

Angel investor with a focus on developing and presenting investment opportunities to potential investors. Collaborates with marketing teams to create promotional materials that effectively communicate the firm’s value proposition. Brings a strategic approach to crafting compelling narratives around investment strategies and successes, aimed at attracting new investors.

Kiran Mudher

Angel investor with a focus on technology and healthcare sectors. Known for supporting early-stage companies, they bring valuable expertise in scaling operations and navigating market challenges. Their approach includes active mentorship and strategic guidance, helping founders refine their business models and enhance their market positioning.

michael wodskou

Angel investor with expertise in technology and healthcare sectors. Focuses on early-stage startups, leveraging a strong network to facilitate strategic partnerships and market entry. Known for providing valuable mentorship in business development and operational scaling, enhancing the potential for growth and success.

Paul Young

Angel investor with a focus on technology and healthcare sectors. Known for investing in early-stage startups, they bring a wealth of experience in scaling businesses and strategic market positioning. Their approach includes not only financial support but also valuable mentorship in operational efficiency and business development, making them a sought-after partner for founders looking to enhance their growth trajectory.

Peter Woodall

Angel investor affiliated with the South West Angel and Investor Network (SWAIN), dedicated to supporting small and medium-sized companies in securing equity finance. SWAIN focuses on connecting private investors in the South West of England with businesses demonstrating growth potential, facilitating investments typically ranging from £50,000 to £750,000. As an independent not-for-profit entity, SWAIN addresses the critical shortage of risk capital for SMEs, offering a valuable network and resources to founders seeking investment opportunities.

Swain (South West Angel and Investor Network)

Angel investor with a focus on technology and healthcare sectors. Known for investing in early-stage startups, they leverage their extensive industry connections to provide strategic guidance and mentorship. Their approach emphasises not only financial support but also fostering innovation and growth within their portfolio companies.

Chris Borkett

Angel investor with a focus on technology and healthcare sectors. Known for supporting early-stage startups, they bring extensive industry knowledge and a robust network of connections to help founders navigate challenges. Their investment approach emphasises not only financial backing but also strategic guidance, enhancing the growth potential of their portfolio companies.

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