Northern Gritstone, the investment company scaling early-stage life sciences and technology companies in the North of England, has promoted Simon Braham to chief investment officer.

Braham joined Northern Gritstone in September 2025 to drive the growth of its portfolio companies in the newly created role of head of portfolio. In his new role, he will oversee all of the company’s investment activities.

Based in Manchester, Braham is an experienced venture capital and private equity investor.  He joined Northern Gritstone from Bridges, where he led its sustainable growth funds in the North.