Elizabeth Young

Elizabeth Young is an experienced investment professional currently serving as an Investment Manager at Par Equity, focusing on venture capital for technology-driven businesses. Prior to this role, Elizabeth was a Senior Investment Analyst at ACF Investors, managing a substantial portfolio and collaborating with business angels in the UK. Elizabeth's academic background includes a joint MSc/PhD in Medical Engineering from the University of Leeds, where research centered on vascular dynamics in non-traumatic spinal cord injury. While at the University, Elizabeth demonstrated excellence in teaching and co-founded a wellbeing initiative aimed at improving mental health discussions in academia. Elizabeth's early career includes impactful roles in investment analysis and mentorship, as well as participation in various academic projects and competitions.