Scottish Equity Partners work closely with founders and management teams, helping to build a high-performance board in every company they back, focusing on long-term success. Providing investment, alongside expertise and access to an international network, their knowledgeable and down-to-earth team works hard to help management maximize company growth and value.  

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Taylor focuses on deal origination, execution and support and assists with the financial analysis and assessment of new investments.  He has a particular interest in software companies in the RegTech space, the data analytics ecosystem and those focussed on the decentralisation of the enterprise.

He was a key member of the deal team which led SEP’s recent investment in Autorek, the Glasgow headquartered, regulatory and financial data management software specialist. He was also heavily involved in progressing SEP’s investments in scientific informatics software company [Dotmatics](/org/dotmatics) and Dublin based global payroll software provider [Immedis](/org/immedis). He also helps support a number of our high growth portfolio companies including SaaS e-commerce channel management platform [Intelligent Reach](/org/intelligent-reach).

Taylor joined SEP in March 2017 from BlackRock Private Equity Partners and is based in our London office.

Taylor Rampton

Andrew is SEP’s General Counsel and also fulfills the roles of Compliance Officer and Money Laundering Reporting Officer.

He is responsible for all of SEP’s legal and compliance matters, including relationships with external counsel.

Andrew provides legal and strategic input into SEP’s investments and portfolio company exits as well as dealing with regulatory, corporate compliance and governance matters.

Andrew Buchan

Calum Paterson is SEP’s Managing Partner and has led the firm since its inception.  He chairs the SEP investment committee and works from the firm’s offices in London and Glasgow.

Calum works closely with a number of our portfolio companies and was a member of the board of directors at travel-search company [Skyscanner](/org/skyscanner), prior to its £1.5 billion sale to Trip.com at the end of 2016.

Calum has been investing in high growth companies since 1991.  He trained as a Chartered Accountant with Ernst & Young, the global professional services firm. He has BA and MBA degrees from the [University of Strathclyde](/org/university-of-strathclyde) in Glasgow and is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh, Scotland’s national academy of science and learning.

Calum was Chair of the British Private Equity and Venture Capital Association (BVCA) for 2018/19 and is currently a serving member of the BVCA Council. The BVCA is the industry body and public policy advocate for the private equity and venture capital industry in the UK, with more than 750 members including over 325 fund managers and 125 institutional investors.

Calum Paterson

Tim Ankers

Alizeh works principally on deal origination, execution and support, and assists with the financial analysis and assessment of new investments.

She joined SEP in 2020 on completion of an MBA at [Harvard Business School](/org/harvard-business-school) where she was a Fulbright Scholar. She started her career in Investment Banking at [Goldman Sachs](/org/goldman-sachs) in London, primarily within the Financial Institutions sector. She then progressed to Toshi Technologies, an early stage retail technology business, where she developed and implemented their commercial strategy.

Alizeh has a strong interest in sustainable technologies and has been involved with a number of industry initiatives to improve gender diversity. She is based in our London office.

Alizeh McClelland

Ian Marchant is on the Board of Advisors at [Scottish Equity Partners](/org/scottish-equity-partners). Ian is also the Non-Executive Director at [Aggreko](/org/aggreko).

Ian Marchant

Paul focuses on portfolio monitoring and deal support, in particular, financial due diligence, portfolio value enhancement, and investment realisation. He is also the main SEP contact for new deal generation in Scotland and is well connected across the local technology and investment ecosystem with advisers, angels, investors and high growth companies.

Paul has a background in mid-market private equity and understands the challenges and opportunities faced by companies as they mature. He is currently non-executive director of email marketing software business Pure360 and works closely with many of SEP’s portfolio companies including digital solutions provider Tryzens. Paul was also heavily involved with the recent business transformation and sale of cloud enabled document collaboration software company [Workshare](/org/workshare).

Paul Neeson

Keith focuses on new growth stage investments across the information technology sector with a particular focus on software.

He led SEP’s investment in [Dotmatics](/org/dotmatics), a global scientific informatics software company and its subsequent acquisition in 2021 by US based Insightful Science.  The landmark deal created a leading cloud-first scientific research and development company and provided SEP with an excellent return on investment and the opportunity to take a stake in the combined business.

Keith also led SEP’s investment in [Immedis](/org/immedis), a specialist provider of enterprise technology solutions for global payroll and mobility tax services and sits on the company’s board. He has previously held non-executive positions with a number of high growth technology companies, including SaaS collaboration company 4Projects and cyber security specialist SecureData.

An investment professional with a proven track record of originating, transacting and managing technology investments, and over 15 years growth and private equity investing experience.

Keith Davidson

Stuart, a co-founder of SEP, specialises in investments in consumer internet and enterprise software.

He is currently non-executive director of European online eyewear retailer [Mister Spex](/org/mister-spex) and Berlin based online language learning business [Babbel](/org/babbel) and has been instrumental in building SEP’s presence and reputation in Germany. Stuart also led SEP’s investment in Reykjavík based travel technology business [Dohop](/org/dohop) and sits on the company’s board. Stuart has a strong track record in consumer internet investments having led the original investment in travel search business [Skyscanner](/org/skyscanner) which was sold in 2016 to leading Chinese travel agency Trip.com for £1.5bn.

Other recent investments include legal Software as a Service business [Peppermint Technology](/org/peppermint-technology) and [SportPursuit](/org/sportpursuit), the online flash sales retailer for premium outdoor clothing and sports apparel. Stuart also led SEP’s investment in Bluetooth technology specialist CSR plc which subsequently listed on the stock market at a value of over £1 billion, becoming a FTSE 250 company.

Stuart Paterson

Jan leads our investor relations activities and works closely with the limited partners across our funds.

With an operational and commercial background in the pharmaceutical industry, Jan also leads SEP’s healthcare investment activities, with a particular interest in digital health. She jointly led SEP’s investment in [Dotmatics](/org/dotmatics), a global scientific informatics software provider.

Jan was heavily involved in SEP’s investment in BioVex, a cancer therapeutics company, and supported management through its sale to [Amgen](/org/amgen) in a $1bn deal. She also led SEP’s investment in Exco InTouch, a leading provider of mobile patient communication and management solutions for clinical research and healthcare providers, which was sold to Nordic Capital-backed ERT.

Outside of SEP, Jan is a Trustee of the [National Deaf Children’s Society](/org/the-national-deaf-childrens-society).

Jan Rutherford

Andrew leads new investments at SEP and has been investing in technology companies for over 20 years. He has an extensive network spanning key advisors as well as technology entrepreneurs and non-executives.

Andrew co-led SEP’s recent investment in AutoRek, the Glasgow headquartered, regulatory and financial data management software specialist, and has joined the company’s board. He is also currently non-executive director of cloud communications provider Content Guru and led SEP’s £25 million investment into the company.

Andrew was non-executive director of luxury omni-channel fashion retailer Matchesfashion.com and was actively involved in the company’s strategy and growth prior to [Apax Partners](/org/apax-partners)’ acquisition of a majority stake. Other deals include SEP’s investment in online car finance specialist [Zuto](/org/zuto) and cloud-based document collaboration company [Workshare](/org/workshare) which was acquired by Litera Microsystems in July 2019.

Andrew Davison

Catherine is a co-founder of SEP and has a background in investment and law.

She is responsible for SEP’s operational functions including marketing and communications, CSR and office management.

Outside of SEP, Catherine also sits on the Management Board of the Winning Scotland Foundation and is a Trustee of the Scottish Ballet Endowment Fund.

Catherine Simpson

Angus focuses on identifying and executing growth stage technology investments.

Angus co-led SEP’s recent investment in Autorek, a regulatory and financial data management software specialist, and has joined the company’s board. He has a particular interest in B2B software and data companies, and was a key member of the teams which led SEP’s investments in global payroll software provider [Immedis](/org/immedis) and in scientific informatics software company [Dotmatics](/org/dotmatics) which was acquired by Insightful Science in 2021. He is currently non-executive director of [Intelligent Reach](/org/intelligent-reach), and board observer at [Immedis](/org/immedis). Angus was also involved in SEP’s investments in [Babbel](/org/babbel), Sport Pursuit and [Abcodia](/org/abcodia).

Angus joined SEP in 2012 from [Citigroup](/org/citigroup)’s investment banking team.

Angus Conroy

Daniel works principally on deal origination, execution, and support, and assists with the financial analysis and assessment of new, growth-stage, technology investments.

He joined SEP in 2021 from global private markets investment firm StepStone Group where he was a member of the EMEA Private Equity team.  Prior to that, Daniel began his career in Investment Banking at Goldman Sachs in London, where he worked on a range of transactions for high-growth, technology-enabled, corporate clients.  He is a graduate of the University of Bath and holds a BEng (Hons) in Chemical Engineering.

Daniel is based in their London office.

Daniel Muranda

Arpita focuses on deal origination, execution and support, and primarily works with colleagues on the financial analysis and assessment of growth stage technology investments across the UK and Europe.

She joined SEP in 2022 from Apax Partners where she was an associate in the business services sector team and played a key role in deal generation alongside progressing new investments and working with portfolio companies. Prior to that she was a private equity analyst with 3i plc where she gained broad sector investment exposure as well as asset management experience.

She is a graduate of the University of Cambridge and holds a BA in Economics.

Arpita Prasad

Andrew focuses on deal origination, execution and managing new investments.

Andrew works closely with travel technology company Dohop where he acts as a board observer. He has over eight years private equity investment experience. He joined SEP in 2021 from Dunedin where he specialised in investing in and partnering with technology focused businesses. This included working with companies from identification through investment and monitoring to successful exit, including gaining IPO experience. He previously worked in the restructuring teams at HSBC and PwC.

Andrew J. Davidson

Martin focuses on identifying investment opportunities for SEP in growth stage technology and software-enabled companies across the UK, Ireland and Europe.

He has been deeply involved in the European technology industry for over fifteen years, having previously worked at private investment firm Forward Internet Group, at investment banks [Piper Jaffray](/org/piper-jaffray) and FirstCapital and in the Strategy Consulting practice at [Accenture](/org/accenture).

Recent investments at SEP include leading IT infrastructure and cloud hosting company Pulsant, premium outdoor and sports apparel flash sales business [SportPursuit](/org/sportpursuit) and [LoveCrafts](/org/lovecrafts), the operator of online crafts communities with millions of users worldwide.

Martin Brennan

Fraser plays a lead role in deal structuring, valuations and the financial analysis of new investments. He also assists SEP portfolio companies in capital restructuring and financing.

He was a key member of the team supporting SEP’s investment in global travel search business [Skyscanner](/org/skyscanner) prior to its £1.5 billion sale to Chinese travel agency Trip.com in 2016 and was also heavily involved in our investment in travel technology company [Dohop](/org/dohop) where he acts as a board observer. Fraser sits on the board of [Peppermint Technology](/org/peppermint-technology), the cloud software provider to the legal sector and co-led SEP’s recent investment in credit marketplace business [TotallyMoney](/org/totallymoney) as part of the company’s £29 million fundraise. He also works closely with online car finance specialist [Zuto](/org/zuto) and innovative energy grid management software company Smarter Grid Solutions.

He holds an MBA from the [University of Strathclyde](/org/university-of-strathclyde) and is a member of the BVCA’s Performance Measurement Survey Review Board.

Fraser McLatchie

Rachael is responsible for all aspects of human resource management at SEP including recruitment, performance management, remuneration policy, and learning and development.

Rachael Williamson

Tony plays a key role in SEP’s portfolio management and deal support. He is also actively involved in the assessment of new investment opportunities.

He has over 20 years’ experience in financial and commercial roles having held senior management and board positions with high growth, technology rich companies. Tony has a deep understanding of the importance of developing and implementing appropriate financial controls and systems for high growth businesses together with considerable fundraising and M&A experience and has worked with numerous entrepreneurs in dynamic environments.

He is non-executive director of digital solutions provider Tryzens and of online car finance provider [Zuto](/org/zuto). Tony also works closely with the senior management teams of luxury fashion retailer Matchesfashion.com, online crafting communities creator [LoveCrafts](/org/lovecrafts) and e-commerce channel integration business [Intelligent Reach](/org/intelligent-reach).

Tony Robison

David leads the firm’s portfolio engagement, helping drive value and managing exit processes. He has almost 30 years’ experience in venture capital across a broad range of industry and technology sectors including software, semiconductors, oil and gas and renewables.

He sits on the boards of fintech credit report provider Totally Money, legal practice management software company [Peppermint Technology](/org/peppermint-technology) and the UK’s leading regional colocation and datacentre provider, Pulsant. David also works closely with the senior management teams of a number of our portfolio companies including email marketing services specialist Pure360.

David Sneddon

Emily works in the deal origination team where she focuses on research, deal discovery and qualification.  She also provides administrative support to the investment team.

Emily joined SEP in 2008 from Bright Young Things executive search company.  She is based in their London office.

She graduated from SOAS, University of London with a BA in Japanese.

Emily Ballard

Malcolm Thoms is on the Board of Advisors at [Scottish Equity Partners](/org/scottish-equity-partners).

Malcolm Thoms

Brian McBride is on the Board of Advisors at [Scottish Equity Partners](/org/scottish-equity-partners).

Brian McBride

Steve Halliday is on the Board of Advisors at [Scottish Equity Partners](/org/scottish-equity-partners). Steve is also the Chairman at [Cipher](/org/cipher).

Steve Halliday

Matthew supports our investor relations activities and works with the limited partners across our funds.

His role includes developing and managing investor relationships, assisting with fundraising activities, fund performance reporting and helping drive our ESG initiatives.

Matthew joined SEP in 2020 from [Rothschild & Co](/org/rothschild-co) and was previously with Scott Harris in an investor advisory role. He has a background in account management, acting for FTSE350 listed corporates and investment trusts in the alternatives sector.

Alongside a BA (Hons) in Economics, Matthew holds an MSc in Finance & Investment and an Investment Management Certificate from the CFA Society UK.

Matthew Marshall

Walter Nimmo is on the Board of Advisors at [Scottish Equity Partners](/org/scottish-equity-partners).

Walter Nimmo

Crawford Beveridge is on the Board of Advisors at [Scottish Equity Partners](/org/scottish-equity-partners).

Crawford Beveridge

Willie Watt is on the Board of Advisors at [Scottish Equity Partners](/org/scottish-equity-partners). Willie is also the Chairman Of The Board at Scottish National Investment Bank.

Willie Watt

Cameron McLatchie is on the Board of Advisors at [Scottish Equity Partners](/org/scottish-equity-partners). Former CEO then Executive Chairman of British Polythene Industries.

Cameron McLatchie

John Kerr is on the Board of Advisors at [Scottish Equity Partners](/org/scottish-equity-partners).

John Kerr

Carolyn Jameson is on the Board of Advisors at [Scottish Equity Partners](/org/scottish-equity-partners). Carolyn is also the Chief Trust Officer at [Trustpilot](/org/trustpilot).

Carolyn Jameson

Wendy Alexander is on the Board of Advisors at [Scottish Equity Partners](/org/scottish-equity-partners). Wendy is also the International Trade Envoy at The Scottish Government.

Wendy Alexander

David Shaw is on the Board of Advisors at [Scottish Equity Partners](/org/scottish-equity-partners).

David Shaw

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