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We have achieved this with Bristow & Sutor, where a combination of acquisition-led diversification and development of a software-driven operating platform has created a sector-leading business. Another example is Murgitroyd, where the business is utilising technology to provide a full range of IP support services for their clients, supplementing their own attorney practice and creating sustainable differentiation.
As part of the Sovereign team, I've seen how our sector understanding, Buy & Build capability and focus on technology transformation can help us create winning partnerships with owner-managers.
Of course, it's not just about Buy & Build for us, we love organic growth too. Zenitech, the rapidly scaling near-shore software developer we partner, highlights the growing demand for digital capability. We also work with parking management provider Agena, who increasingly utilise their proprietary software and data analytics capability to deliver innovative solutions for their clients. Just a few examples of how we walk our talk - 'See Beyond. Go Beyond'.
Before joining Sovereign, I was co-head of Barclays Ventures, which I helped establish in 1996, where I made my first investments in technology-enabled businesses such as System C Healthcare, Searchflow, Netstore, Iglu, Notability Solutions and FindaProperty.
Prior to Barclays, I worked in industry with Pirelli Telecommunications, following an Electronic Engineering degree from Warwick University.
I am married with two boys, a continually hopeful Welsh rugby fan and can talk a good game of tennis!
