Josh Burge

Group Head of M&A & Corporate Development / Director / Adviser

📍 London, England, United Kingdom🔄 Updated September 2026💼 10 investments📅 10 years investing🗓 Last invested Aug 2022
VC🌍 United Kingdom
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10 investments · sorted by recency
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Aug 2022
At fundamental XR, we use immersive technology—like VR, AR, MR, Haptics, Web and App—to transform how surgical teams train and adopt complex procedures.
late stageMedical Device
Board Observer
Feb 2022
Pirate.com is the world's leading provider of rehearsal and recording facilities for artists, with studios in the UK, Germany and the USA and exciting plans to expand globally. As one of Europe's fastest-growing companies, we’re a global team, working together to build something extraordinary. We’re on a mission to make creative space accessible to all. We provide 24/7 rehearsal, DJ, recording, podcast and dance studios. At Pirate, we strive to break down barriers for people of all backgrounds, and it’s no different for our team. Equal opportunity, inclusivity and diversity are celebrated here. This means we treat people fairly, regardless of age, disability, gender identity or expression, pregnancy and maternity, marital status, race, religion or sexual orientation.
late stageMusic
Investor
Jul 2021
The Dream Corporation was founded in 2017 by one of the 20th century’s most pioneering — and secretive — figures, Dr. Horatio Sands. After making his fortune as a visionary engineer at the vanguard of the Information Revolution, Sands vanished from the public eye for over a decade. In 2017 he released his first public statement since his disappearance, announcing his concern with the effects of technology on the psychological and emotional well-being of human beings. He subsequently founded The Dream Corporation with the goal of redirecting technology back at the problems it had itself created — using groundbreaking VR technology to provide people with the primal fulfilment lacking in their lives.
Investor
Jun 2020
BLAST is on a mission to take esports to the next level of global entertainment. We excite and invite billions of fans to join the esports revolution. We create live and digital experiences - from tournaments that pack out major arenas around the world to great content that’s guaranteed to blow your socks off. We work with some of the world’s best game publishers and brands to elevate their properties into amazing esports experiences - having delivered tournaments, content and shows in a variety of games, including: Counter-Strike, DOTA 2, Rainbow Six Siege, VALORANT, Apex Legends, FIFA 2022 and Fortnite. BLAST creates, produces, broadcasts and distributes premium esports entertainment underpinned by industry-leading technology - whether this be in the shape of intimate broadcast studio shows, packed-out arena events in all corners of the globe or top-class multi-platform content. The esports entertainment company has worked across a number of popular titles and delivered tournaments, content and shows in a variety of games, including: Counter-Strike, DOTA 2, VALORANT, Apex Legends and Fortnite. These shows have been watched on a global scale in 18 languages and across over 150 territories around the world.
mid stageEntertainment
Board Observer
Jan 2019
Lyte, the technology platform reimagining e-commerce for live events, has acquired the Festicket and Event Genius assets in a move that represents an exciting coming together of services and team worldwide, bringing much-needed solutions to the global promoter community. The Festicket and Event Genius asset acquisition enables Lyte to offer comprehensive, fan-friendly ecommerce solutions for live events anywhere on earth alongside a broad expansion of technology and services. Who are Lyte? In 2012, Lyte founder Ant Taylor attended a sold-out Olympic Games event with half-empty stands while hundreds of desperate fans stood outside seeking tickets. Inspired by this experience, Ant created Lyte to allow fans to easily return tickets they couldnt use and help other fans get verified tickets to events of their dreams. Lyte enables event organisers, venues and artists to enhance their ticketing, ensure shows are full and keep fans happy by providing a safe, official reservation system whilst allowing fans to return tickets to the official point of purchase for a fair price. ___________________ About Festicket Founded in 2012, Festicket is the worlds largest platform for discovering and booking festival trips. In 2019 Festicket completed the acquisition of multi-award winning ticketing and cashless POS platform Event Genius, and the related Ticket Arena consumer website and brand. The new joint venture created a platform for organisers and fans alike, combining ticketing, marketing, travel, access control and cashless payment solutions in one end-to-end solution. Festicket Awards 2019 - FT (Financial Times) 1000 2019 - Deloitte Technology Fast 50 2019 - Partnership of the Year - Forum de la Billetterie 2017 – Sunday Times Tech Track 100: Britain’s fastest-growing private technology companies 2017 – Future Fifty company in 2017: hottest UK start-ups /Tech City UKs Future Fifty 2017 – Ticketing Technology Awards 2017: Smart & Connected Award
late stageEvents Services
Board Observer
Aug 2018
Jungle Creations is an award-winning social publisher, home to The Wild by Jungle, its publisher-powered social agency. Jungle leverages its expertise in communities, creators, and content to help brands build communities and break into culture. Jungle owns a portfolio of social-born media brands, including Twisted, Craft Factory, VT and Four Nine, that create and publish original content to over 140 million followers across all major social platforms. These audiences mean Jungle has access to thousands of data points and insights. Jungle provides a unique offering to creators and brands via Jungle Creators, Jungles very own network of global talent which it supports on social monetisation, audience growth and content excellence. Jungle is also home to The Wild by Jungle, its publisher-powered social agency that offers unrivalled client-direct services and partnerships for global brands. The Wild partners with and creates award-winning work for clients including the likes of Kraft Heinz, PepsiCo, Superdrug and Major League Baseball. Jungle Creations is truly A Space for Whats Next, with a track-record for creative ingenuity and storytelling paired with an always-on access to cultural insights through its owned-audiences.
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2018
Unity’s deltaDNA provides sophisticated player engagement tools for game-makers, powered by deep data analytics. With cross-platform and rich data capability, this end-to-end solution enables publishers and developers to better understand different player behaviors and create personalized experiences, targeting individual players in real time.
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Oct 2017
Cambridge Energy is a pioneering circular solar technology manufacturer that specializes in designing and producing prefabricated, movable, and reusable solar trackers for utilities and industry. Our flagship product, the NOMAD, is engineered to achieve the lowest cost per kWh for solar deployments, making it ideal for any size project on any terrain. We simplify solar to minimize the complexities of implementing and financing projects. By prefabricating our innovative single-axis solar trackers with bi-facial modules our NOMADs offer high transport density, fast installation and flexible anchoring solutions. Our head office is based in the heart of Cambridge, UK, with our main manufacturing base located near Murcia in south-eastern Spain. We’re proudly supported by both the University of Cambridge and the University of British Columbia. Join us on our mission to democratize solar.
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Jun 2016
At Spring Health™, we help employers modernize their behavioral health benefits with the most effective, comprehensive solution for employee mental wellbeing. Our offering functions as a single front door to any type of care - from digital exercises, to EAP services, to coaching, therapy, or medication. We use a proprietary assessment and machine-learning technology to understand all of the conditions a person may be experiencing, and use those results to match them to a care plan personalized to their needs. Each member has access to a Care Navigator to help guide them through their options, assist in booking appointments with therapists, and connect them to domain experts across work-life, legal, or financial services. This innovative, personalized approach to care, paired with a seamless, high-touch member experience makes Spring Health™ the most holistic, effective behavioral health benefit for modern, people-first employers. Suicidal crisis or emotional distress – For immediate help for you or someone else, call 1-800-273-8255. Available 24/7.
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Mar 2016
Ambri’s Liquid Metal Battery™ technology solves the world’s biggest energy problems – fundamentally changing the way power grids operate by increasing the contribution from renewable resources and reducing the need to build traditional power plants. Ambri’s long duration energy storage solution is built for daily cycling – even in extreme, harsh environments. With a lifespan of 20+ years with minimal fade, Ambri systems are not only extremely reliable but also safe as Ambri systems do not produce or emit any gases and no possibility for thermal runaway.
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2023
Group Head of Corporate Development / M&A
Nov 2023
Sureserve is a leading social housing energy services group that performs critical functions in homes, public and commercial buildings, with a focus on clients in the UK public sector and regulated markets. The Group was founded in 1988 and is headquartered in Dartford. It currently employs over 3,000 staff from over 30 offices, with exciting opportunities available all across the UK. If you want to join a progressive business and work with amazing people and projects, take a look at our opportunities here: https://careers.sureservegroup.co.uk
2022
Investor
Aug 2022
At fundamental XR, we use immersive technology—like VR, AR, MR, Haptics, Web and App—to transform how surgical teams train and adopt complex procedures.
late stageMedical Device
Board Observer
Feb 2022
Pirate.com is the world's leading provider of rehearsal and recording facilities for artists, with studios in the UK, Germany and the USA and exciting plans to expand globally. As one of Europe's fastest-growing companies, we’re a global team, working together to build something extraordinary. We’re on a mission to make creative space accessible to all. We provide 24/7 rehearsal, DJ, recording, podcast and dance studios. At Pirate, we strive to break down barriers for people of all backgrounds, and it’s no different for our team. Equal opportunity, inclusivity and diversity are celebrated here. This means we treat people fairly, regardless of age, disability, gender identity or expression, pregnancy and maternity, marital status, race, religion or sexual orientation.
late stageMusic
2021
Investor
Jul 2021
The Dream Corporation was founded in 2017 by one of the 20th century’s most pioneering — and secretive — figures, Dr. Horatio Sands. After making his fortune as a visionary engineer at the vanguard of the Information Revolution, Sands vanished from the public eye for over a decade. In 2017 he released his first public statement since his disappearance, announcing his concern with the effects of technology on the psychological and emotional well-being of human beings. He subsequently founded The Dream Corporation with the goal of redirecting technology back at the problems it had itself created — using groundbreaking VR technology to provide people with the primal fulfilment lacking in their lives.
2020
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Jun 2020
BLAST is on a mission to take esports to the next level of global entertainment. We excite and invite billions of fans to join the esports revolution. We create live and digital experiences - from tournaments that pack out major arenas around the world to great content that’s guaranteed to blow your socks off. We work with some of the world’s best game publishers and brands to elevate their properties into amazing esports experiences - having delivered tournaments, content and shows in a variety of games, including: Counter-Strike, DOTA 2, Rainbow Six Siege, VALORANT, Apex Legends, FIFA 2022 and Fortnite. BLAST creates, produces, broadcasts and distributes premium esports entertainment underpinned by industry-leading technology - whether this be in the shape of intimate broadcast studio shows, packed-out arena events in all corners of the globe or top-class multi-platform content. The esports entertainment company has worked across a number of popular titles and delivered tournaments, content and shows in a variety of games, including: Counter-Strike, DOTA 2, VALORANT, Apex Legends and Fortnite. These shows have been watched on a global scale in 18 languages and across over 150 territories around the world.
mid stageEntertainment
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