YFM Equity Partners has appointed Neil Inskip as its head of new investments for the North, covering its Manchester, Leeds and Birmingham offices.
The Leeds-based investment management firm says the move strengthens its regional leadership team as it continues to back entrepreneurial businesses across the UK.
Inskip will lead new investment activity across the North, supporting regional teams and joining the company’s investment committee.
He brings nearly 20 years of private equity experience, most recently at BGF, where he led teams in the North West and Midlands and oversaw more than a dozen investments, including several major exits.
He also spent time in managerial roles at global businesses ANZ and PwC.
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“YFM has a great platform, a strong reputation in the regions and an exciting market opportunity,” said Inskip.
“I’m looking forward to working with the partners, growing our team, driving new investment activity and building on the fantastic portfolio of entrepreneurial businesses the firm already backs.
“The North is home to a significant number of entrepreneurial businesses and it’s where our roots lie. There’s huge potential to back talented founders and management teams, and to create a supportive environment to enable their growth.”
YFM invests between £3 million and £15m in fast-growing UK businesses.
With offices in London, Leeds, Manchester, Reading and Birmingham, the business has over £750m under management and more than 40 years’ experience supporting ambitious teams across multiple sectors.
Inskip’s appointment follows Jamie Roberts’ appointment as managing partner in May. He succeeded Eamon Nolan, who spent 11 years at the company.
Roberts added: “We’re delighted to welcome Neil to YFM. His extensive network across the North and his strong track record of backing ambitious businesses in and around the regions will further support what we have been doing in our Manchester, Leeds and Birmingham offices.
“Neil’s appointment strengthens our regional presence and networks, enabling us to invest more equity into ambitious businesses and support their next stage of growth.”