Pete Lawson

Pete Lawson is an accomplished finance professional with a robust background in directing financial strategies for various organizations. Currently serving as Finance Director and Founding Member at ARK Venture Studio since March 2023, Pete is instrumental in building InsurTech, FinTech, and HealthTech companies aimed at addressing global challenges. Previously, from October 2018 to February 2023, Pete held the position of Finance Director at Education Partnerships Group, which supports governments in enhancing education systems. Earlier experience includes serving as a Fund Manager at The FSE Group, where Pete provided funding solutions to SMEs and social enterprises, and working as a Management Consultant at Step Advisory. Pete's career also includes a consultancy role at TechnoServe and experience as a Chartered Accountant and Auditor at Buzzacott. Pete holds an ACA from ICAEW and a Bachelor of Science in Physics from Durham University.