Ian is a visionary leader and accomplished entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience at the helm of private and public companies. Renowned for his strategic insight and decisive leadership, Ian has spearheaded the turnaround, re-capitalisation, and successful listing of multiple organisations, consistently restoring them to profitability and growth. His expertise, combined with his commitment to excellence, positions him as a driving force behind our firm's success. Ian holds a Business Education Diploma from the University of Newcastle and a Licentiateship (LCGI) at NVQ Level 4 from the Royal Navy.

Gareth serves as the Partner and Chief Financial Officer at Deepbridge, where he leads the financial and investment accounting functions with precision and strategic foresight. A fully qualified Chartered Accountant and member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, Gareth brings a wealth of expertise in managing complex fund and investment structures. His extensive career spans senior finance roles, including directorships in financial services companies, showcasing his deep understanding of regulatory, legislative, and risk management frameworks. Gareth’s commercial acumen and leadership are instrumental in driving Deepbridge’s financial stability and growth.

Kieran is a highly experienced professional in financial services, with a background in institutional fund management within the Lloyd’s of London insurance community and HNW private client stockbroking at Popes Stockbrokers (now Brewin Dolphin). He possesses deep expertise in private capital markets, including capital raising, investor relations, and strategic communication. As Technical Partner at Deepbridge, Kieran is responsible for leading the firm’s fundraising activities and ensuring the alignment of investment strategies.

A Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Securities and Investments since 2001, Kieran also plays a pivotal role on the Investment Supervisory Committee. In this capacity, he serves as a vital link between Deepbridge’s Executive Team and the Independent Committee, providing the latter with the necessary insights and information to make timely and informed investment decisions.

Dr. Savvas is the Chief Investment Officer at Deepbridge, bringing over 15 years of experience in the City. Prior to joining Deepbridge, Savvas held senior roles in investment banking at JP Morgan, Bear Stearns, Shore Capital, Cantor Fitzgerald, and Panmure Gordon. He also served as CEO of Now Healthcare Group, a leading telemedicine business.

A highly regarded analyst, Savvas has received numerous accolades for his work, including ranking 2nd overall in the prestigious Reuters Starmine survey in both 2014 and 2015. He was also a runner-up in the CityAM Analyst of the Year awards in 2015.

Savvas holds a PhD in Psychopharmacology from Nottingham University and a BSc (Hons) in Pharmacology from Manchester University. His extensive experience and strategic insight continue to drive Deepbridge's success.

Andrew is a growth specialist with over 20 years of experience in helping companies enhance their brand reputation, achieve financial success, and strengthen sales and marketing functions, particularly within heavily regulated industries. With a focus on professional and financial services, Andrew has worked with a wide range of companies and has built strong relationships with financial professionals throughout his career.

Having joined Deepbridge in 2014 and become a Partner in 2015, Andrew is a Member of The Chartered Institute of Marketing. He holds a BSc in Business Economics and Marketing from the University of Wales, Aberystwyth. Outside of work, Andrew is also a patron of the Tim Parry Johnathan Ball Peace Foundation.

Ben is the Investment Director and Head of Life Sciences at Deepbridge. He brings extensive experience in healthcare and technology, having previously served as Managing Director of Touchpoint Service and Commercial Director of Telmenow, a healthcare equipment-focused e-commerce platform. Ben has also held the role of Chief Commercial Officer at Now Healthcare Group, a leading telemedicine provider known for its Dr Now app.

Ben holds a BA (Hons) in Management from the University of Manchester. His broader corporate experience includes serving as Commercial Director at Possum, a market leader in the provision, installation, and support of electronic assistive technology.

Fuchsia manages Deepbridge’s private client marketing, including Deepbridge Syndicate - the online capital raising platform of Deepbridge Capital. With a degree in Financial and Business Economics from the Newcastle University, prior to joining Deepbridge Fuchsia was Client Relationship and Business Development Manager at AngelNews, a leading venture capital focussed news service and national events company for private investors and the companies they invest in.

With a wealth of experience in the venture capital sector, Fuchsia was also a co-founder and inaugural committee member of Greenshoots, the junior branch of the Enterprise Investment Scheme Association (EISA).

Phillip brings over 15 years of experience in financial services and currently leads the Investor Services and Administration function at Deepbridge. He is responsible for ensuring that all processes are consistently adhered to and regularly reviewed, while also ensuring that clients receive a first-class level of service throughout the life of their investment.

Before joining Deepbridge, Phillip worked as a paraplanner and senior manager in advisory businesses and with prominent high-street financial services providers. His most recent role prior to Deepbridge was Head of Client Services for a community care company.

Phillip holds an LLB in Law from the University of Leicester.

As a highly-regarded investment management professional, with considerable experience of working closely with financial advisers, Anjali provides pro-active support to Deepbridge’s strategic partners across the UK.

With a BSc (Hons) in Business Management from Brunel University, and a Member of the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment (MCSI), prior to joining Deepbridge Anjali had been an investment manager for the likes of UBS, Close Asset Management and Charles Stanley. Anjali is your primary Deepbridge contact and is focused on ensuring your requirements are met.

Ray is a seasoned capital markets professional with over 20 years of experience working for some of the largest banks and broking houses globally.

He has held senior positions across a wide range of disciplines, including trading, portfolio management, private banking, and corporate finance, with prestigious institutions such as Garban Intercapital (now ICAP), Prudential-Bache, Barclays Wealth, and Coutts & Co.

Ray works closely with sophisticated investors, private offices, and institutional funding partners, while also providing corporate finance support to later-stage portfolio investee companies.

Rick is currently the Chairman of the English Football League, and has held prestigious roles including CEO of the FA Premier League and CEO of Liverpool Football Club. During his 12 years at Liverpool FC, the club won ten trophies, including the UEFA Champions League.

Since leaving Liverpool FC in 2009, Rick has chaired the Sports Betting Integrity Panel for the UK Government. He has also gained significant experience through extensive travel across North America and the Middle East and is now a board member of the New York Cosmos.

With proven high-level management expertise, Rick brings an unparalleled depth of market insight to the Deepbridge team.

Sandie joined Deepbridge in April 2016 as Financial Accountant and became Finance Manager in 2019. She brings extensive experience from a variety of roles in financial and management accounting, including her most recent experience with Merrill Lynch.

Sandie reports directly to Deepbridge’s CFO, overseeing the firm’s accountancy processes and ensuring that accounting standards are maintained to the highest level.

Dr. Savvas is the Chief Investment Officer at Deepbridge, bringing over 15 years of experience in the City. Prior to joining Deepbridge, Savvas held senior roles in investment banking at JP Morgan, Bear Stearns, Shore Capital, Cantor Fitzgerald, and Panmure Gordon. He also served as CEO of Now Healthcare Group, a leading telemedicine business.

A highly regarded analyst, Savvas has received numerous accolades for his work, including ranking 2nd overall in the prestigious Reuters Starmine survey in both 2014 and 2015. He was also a runner-up in the CityAM Analyst of the Year awards in 2015.

Savvas holds a PhD in Psychopharmacology from Nottingham University and a BSc (Hons) in Pharmacology from Manchester University. His extensive experience and strategic insight continue to drive Deepbridge's success.

Andrew leads Deepbridge’s Renewable Energy ventures, overseeing the identification, development, and ongoing management of projects across the UK, with a current focus on hydropower and wind turbines.

With over two decades of operational experience, Andrew has successfully managed teams and projects within both the public and private sectors, in the UK and internationally. He is actively involved in site visits, managing timelines, and working closely with all stakeholders to ensure the protection of investors' interests.

Ben is the Investment Director and Head of Life Sciences at Deepbridge. He brings extensive experience in healthcare and technology, having previously served as Managing Director of Touchpoint Service and Commercial Director of Telmenow, a healthcare equipment-focused e-commerce platform. Ben has also held the role of Chief Commercial Officer at Now Healthcare Group, a leading telemedicine provider known for its Dr Now app.

Ben holds a BA (Hons) in Management from the University of Manchester. His broader corporate experience includes serving as Commercial Director at Possum, a market leader in the provision, installation, and support of electronic assistive technology.

Andrew is the Investment Director at Deepbridge, bringing over 15 years of experience in investing in Healthcare and Life Sciences companies. Prior to joining Deepbridge, Andy worked with Praetura Ventures and Maven Capital Partners, and has managed investments from EIS and VCT funds, as well as public/private funds and balance sheet investments.

Andy has a strong track record of successful Healthcare exits and has also worked as a consultant for leading companies such as DSM, Sumitomo Chemical, Bayer, and Lanxess, advising them on mergers and acquisitions. Additionally, Andy was a Founder of an early-stage Biotech company, which raised over £60m and was listed on AiM, focusing on using microbes as a drug delivery vehicle.

David is a qualified financial professional and technologist with broad experience across numerous sectors, including power generation, ad-tech, medical devices, and defence/aerospace.

As Investment Director at Deepbridge, David supports the commercialisation and growth of several portfolio companies, while also working on future funding opportunities.

In his previous role as an Investment Executive in the Technology Investments team at the Development Bank of Wales, David led investment rounds into fast-growing technology companies across sectors such as space, AgTech, FinTech, and Enterprise Software.

David is a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants and holds a distinction in an MSc in Computing. His combined practical skills and experience in finance and technology make him a valuable asset for early-stage technology companies.

Although based in Wales, David works with clients across the UK and is passionate about contributing to the early-stage technology ecosystem.

Heather is the Investment Co-Ordinator for Life Sciences. Before joining Deepbridge, Heather gained extensive experience working within corporate risk and regulatory environments in the financial services sector, most notably at MBNA/Bank of America.

With a strong administration, compliance, and governance background, Heather brings valuable expertise to the Life Sciences Team. She works closely with both prospective and existing life sciences investee companies, contributing to the success of Deepbridge's Life Sciences EIS and SEIS propositions.

Steve joined Deepbridge initially as Technical Manager within the Investor Services team before transitioning into the Investment Team, where he focuses on the Technology Growth portfolio. With extensive experience in developing processes, onboarding new technology, and managing change within organisations, Steve is committed to driving improvements to current processes, ensuring the highest standards of service and efficiency within this business-critical team.

In his role as ESG Lead, Steve is spearheading the development and implementation of Deepbridge’s ESG policy and supporting portfolio companies in enhancing their performance.

Steve’s background includes significant experience in the luxury travel sector, having worked with some of the UK’s leading tour operators. His roles have spanned product, commercial, and strategy, providing him with a deep understanding of client-centric service delivery.

Andrew is a growth specialist with over 20 years of experience in helping companies enhance their brand reputation, achieve financial success, and strengthen sales and marketing functions, particularly within heavily regulated industries. With a focus on professional and financial services, Andrew has worked with a wide range of companies and has built strong relationships with financial professionals throughout his career.

Having joined Deepbridge in 2014 and become a Partner in 2015, Andrew is a Member of The Chartered Institute of Marketing. He holds a BSc in Business Economics and Marketing from the University of Wales, Aberystwyth. Outside of work, Andrew is also a patron of the Tim Parry Johnathan Ball Peace Foundation.

Donna is responsible for supporting Deepbridge’s growing adviser community across North West England and North Wales. Taking a consultative approach, Donna helps advisers with product and planning information. 

Having studied economics at the University of Manchester, and latterly securing the EIS Diploma, Donna has over 25 years’ experience as a financial services professional, working with the likes of Aegon, Zurich and, most recently, Ingenious. 

Anjali is a highly regarded investment management professional with significant experience in working closely with financial advisers. She plays a key role in providing proactive support to Deepbridge’s strategic partners across the UK.

Anjali holds a BSc (Hons) in Business Management from Brunel University and is a Member of the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment (MCSI). Prior to joining Deepbridge, she held investment management roles at UBS, Close Asset Management, and Charles Stanley. Anjali is your primary contact at Deepbridge, dedicated to ensuring that all your requirements are met with the highest level of service.

Fuchsia manages Deepbridge’s private client marketing, including Deepbridge Syndicate - the online capital raising platform of Deepbridge Capital. With a degree in Financial and Business Economics from the Newcastle University, prior to joining Deepbridge Fuchsia was Client Relationship and Business Development Manager at AngelNews, a leading venture capital focussed news service and national events company for private investors and the companies they invest in.

With a wealth of experience in the venture capital sector, Fuchsia was also a co-founder and inaugural committee member of Greenshoots, the junior branch of the Enterprise Investment Scheme Association (EISA).

Carol is an experienced sales and marketing professional with a strong background in strategic marketing planning, lead generation, and brand management. She is passionate about building strong customer relationships and leading insight-driven campaigns that deliver results.

With a diverse background in B2B sectors, Carol graduated from Dublin City University and Dublin Institute of Technology, bringing a wealth of expertise in PR, branding, content creation, and media liaison.

Working closely with Financial Advisers in Scotland, Northern Ireland and Northern England, Mike is responsible for ensuring advisers in these areas enjoy a first-class relationship with Deepbridge.

Mike has over 28 years’ experience in Financial Services distribution for a number of major life companies and investment managers; including at senior levels for the likes of Standard Life, Clerical Medical International and Scottish Life International. Mike’s pre-Deepbridge experience focussed on investment and tax efficient strategies, ensuring he knows the Deepbridge market and opportunities well.

Philip is a professional business consultant with a wealth of experience in the Financial Services sector.  With extensive knowledge of the financial advisory sector, Philip’s role with Deepbridge is to support our growing adviser community across central England.

With over two decades’ sector experience, prior to joining Deepbridge, Philip had previously developed and implemented client service platforms for advisory businesses and worked closely with a number of large advisory businesses to grow key areas of their business.

Steven joined Deepbridge in 2015 after a previous role with a tax mitigation strategy company as a Relationship Manager. Steven joined as a Business Development Manager, was later promoted to Regional Director in 2019, and is now the Sales Director as of early 2024. Steven’s role is heading up the product distribution team via financial advisers for Deepbridge’s core products in EIS, SEIS and Business Relief.

Steven has a wide range of contacts in the industry and holds various tax-efficient investment related qualifications as well as a BA (Hons) in Business Management.

Terri is responsible for managing and growing our adviser community across South Wales and the South West of England.

Terri has worked at Deepbridge for over a decade and has an intimate understanding of the Company’s processes, products and services. Prior to joining Deepbridge

Terri has enjoyed working across financial services and financial services recruitment. Terri qualified from the Manchester Metropolitan University with a BA Hons in Social and Community Studies.

Matthias assists in the appraisal and assessment of new technologies, as part of the investment appraisal and management process, within the Deepbridge team. Matthias has more than 20 years’ experience in the IT and Systems Integration sector, as well as a vast experience in innovation-led technology engineering. Matthias holds a Masters in Mechanical Engineering from the Technology University in Munich, and a degree in Computer Science from Trinity College, Dublin.

With a Masters in Computer Science from Trinity College Dublin and a MBA from Dublin City University, Adrian has considerable experience of working with tech-focused innovations and developing digital strategies. Adrian’s previous roles include 10 years as IT Director at Hewlett Packard followed by the role of CEO at the Irish Greyhound Racing Board, where he led the digitisation of operations. Most recently, since 2014, Adrian has been Commercial Director at Trinity College Dublin.

Andrew is an experienced venture capitalist, with experience of nurturing enterprises to build value, in the UK, Europe, Asia and North America. Andrew has worked extensively across the biotechnology, natural resources and cleantech sectors, providing guidance with business planning, fundraising, corporate transactions and strategy development.

A Yale University graduate, Andrew was admitted to the Bar in New York in 1981 and worked as a securities, financing and mergers and acquisitions attorney prior to utilising his extensive experience within working directly with companies in accessing the venture capital markets. Within the Deepbridge senior management team, Andrew oversees strategic development and deal structuring to ensure investors are best represented and investee companies are best positioned to transact growth and co-funding opportunities. Before joining Deepbridge, Andrew joined the management team at AlgaeCytes Limited, a biotechnology company, most recently serving as COO.