Investment firm YFM Equity Partners has announced a leadership change as Jamie Roberts is named managing partner.
Roberts will succeed Eamon Nolan, who will continue to lead the firm’s investor relations and fundraising efforts.
YFM, which has offices in London, Reading, Birmingham, Leeds and Manchester, says Roberts has played a pivotal role in the firm’s growth over the last decade.
As managing partner, he will focus on delivering the firm’s vision for growth across the UK private equity market, deepening YFM’s regional presence and broadening its sector reach for deploying investment into ambitious small businesses.
As head of investor relations & fundraising, Nolan will continue to build on YFM’s strong relationships with both existing and new investors. YFM said the new role underscores its focus on investor partnerships and ensuring long-term capital alignment to support growth-stage businesses.
“I’m honoured to take on the role of managing partner at such an exciting time for YFM,” said Roberts. “We have a clear mission: to support ambitious UK small businesses and deliver long-term value for our investors whilst being a great place for our team to grow their careers.
“With Eamon continuing to lead our investor relations and fundraising, we remain as aligned and focused as ever on our growth ambitions.”
Nolan added: “As we continue to grow and engage more deeply with our investor base, I’m excited to focus my energies on building and strengthening those relationships.
“Jamie’s appointment as managing partner is a natural next step for YFM and reflects the strength of leadership we have developed across the firm.”