Jessica Collins

Synova is one of Europe’s most innovative growth investors, generating market-leading returns from investing in companies typically valued between £20m and £250m. Synova invests across the full mid-market spectrum from its £875m fifth fund, raised in 2022, which includes a dedicated £250m pool of capital, #Chrysalis, to support smaller growth companies. We work across a handful of core sectors where we have deep investment and operational expertise. The Synova model is focused on using this knowledge to help our partners outperform. Time and again we’ve helped companies achieve more – hitting ambitious targets by enhancing their capabilities. We work as one team across the whole business, providing companies access to deep pools of talent within Synova to help drive accelerated growth. We help entrepreneurs achieve their vision. Providing expertise, coupled with ambition. We are true partners for growth.

Bowmark Capital is a private equity firm that invests with intent. We focus on investing in services and technology companies valued at up to £300 million. Established in 1997, we manage and advise funds of over £2 billion and have made more than 50 investments. Bowmark backs management teams with vision. Whether it be a software business investing in new technology or a healthcare provider investing in human capital, our portfolio companies never stand still. With our strategic support and capital, we work in partnership with management to develop strategies that boost revenues. We help them to accelerate growth through product and service development, buy-and-build strategies, roll-out plans and international expansion. We believe in values-based investing. Through sustainable growth, we aim to create a proud legacy for our firm, our investors and the companies we back. Find out how we deliver meaningful growth at www.bowmark.com.

Fidelity International offers investment solutions and services and retirement expertise to more than 2.9 million customers globally. As a privately held, purpose-driven company with a 50-year heritage, we think generationally and invest for the long term. Operating in more than 25 locations and with $893.2 billion* in total assets, our clients range from central banks, sovereign wealth funds, large corporates, financial institutions, insurers, and wealth managers, to private individuals. Our Global Platform solutions business provides individuals, advisers and employers with access to world-class investment choices, third-party solutions, administration services and pension guidance. Together with our Investment Solutions & Services business, we invest $625.4 billion on behalf of our clients. By combining our asset management expertise with our solutions for workplace and personal investing, we work together to build better financial futures. *Data as of 31 December 2024.