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K
Shareholder Representative
Apr 2017
KCS provides specialist software, services and support to deliver fully integrated trading and business management solutions to companies in the distributive trade β wherever they are in the world.
With a unique depth of knowledge and experience in the distributive trades that stretches over 40 years, our wide range of clients includes wholesalers, distributors, merchants and retailers from small traders to multinational enterprises.
Our K8 solution's modules include warehouse management, sales order processing, delivery management and website builder software.
Our technical experts are thought leaders in trading and management technology, and our innovative and flexible approach ensures our customers partner with us for the long-term.
We have been in this business for over 40 years, delivering software to meet the specific requirements of this sector. Many of our clients have been with us from the beginning. Today, we offer a comprehensive solution based on the K8 business management system, with a wide range of supporting and managed services. Kerridge Commercial Systems is an Oracle Gold Partner and Microsoft Partner.
Our mission is simple: to design and deliver high performance, integrated ERP solutions that enable our distributive trade customers to source effectively, stock efficiently, sell profitably and service competitively.
Currently, we employ over 400 people at offices in the UK, Ireland, The Netherlands and South Africa. We currently support over 800 customers and worldwide distributors at more than 5000 locations across Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Australasia.
Company details
Website
http://www.kerridgecs.com
Headquarters
Hungerford, Berkshire
Year founded
1976
Company type
Privately Held
Company size
201-500 employees
Specialties
ERP software, Sales Order Processing Software, Warehouse Management software, CRM Software, Website Builder Software, Ecommerce Software, Builders Merchants Software, Automotive Aftermarket Software, Electrical Wholesalers Software, and Plumbers Merchants Software
Shareholder Representative
Sep 2013
At Elan Homes we have a wealth of experience in the building industry and have quickly established a reputation as a niche developer. As a privately-owned business, we pride ourselves on focusing all our energy on building quality properties for customers. We build homes that stand the test of time for generations to come. From fitted kitchens that are both robust and beautiful, to floors and skirting boards designed to withstand all the knocks of life, weβve considered every detail of how you live.
Shareholder Representative
Jul 2011
iNTERTAIN - First Choice Entertainment
iNTERTAIN is one of the pioneers of the late night hospitality industry, we are proud to present brands such as Walkabout β home of the awesome spirit of Australia, Maluko β our Tiki themed cocktail bar and Bar Risa and Highlight β the home of comedy around the UK.
We deliver the ultimate party experience in all of our venues all around the UK and give our awesome customers a place to come and celebrate, meet their mates, meet new people and above all have fun.
iNTERTAIN was formed in October 2009 by John Leslie (CEO), Simon Kaye (COO) and Mike Foster (CFO) with David Myers (Chairman) joining in November 2011. Operating 36 Bars and Comedy venues, iNTERTAIN is one of the leading hospitality companies on the high street.
With our highly regarded and well established brands, our focus will be to increasingly seek out additional ways in which we can entertain and build the experience for our customers, provide additional reasons to visit, all of which can be pre-booked in advance through www.mypartysorted.com
Shareholder Representative
Feb 2011
Four Seasons Group Limited is a company based out of United Kingdom.
Shareholder Representative
Jul 2009
We provide care and education for children, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We empower them to flourish and live happy lives with all the support and encouragement they need, whilst maintaining as much independence as possible.
Shareholder Representative
Jun 2009
Youtravel.com is a global accommodation specialist supplying travel providers across the world. We have some 27,500 hotels around the globe with an ever-expanding portfolio, offering all levels of accommodation from city centre boutique guest houses to ultra-luxury 5* beach resorts.
Youtravel is a part of one of the biggest Tour Operators in Germany - The FTI Group, which also owns our dedicated DMC partner - Meeting Point International.
As well as a diverse range of city and beach product, We can call on our group-owned hotel Chain - MP Hotels! A collection of brands including Design Plus Hotels, KAIRABA Hotels & Resorts, Lemon & Soul Hotels and LABRANDA Hotels & Resorts.
We've come a long way from our humble start in 2006 with product in 100 countries and delivering over 1 Million Pax in 2022!
In recent years we have invested a lot into our tech and pride ourselves on having leading XML technology whilst constantly evolving with the ever-changing travel industry.
Youtravel offers each travel partner a dedicated account manager and there is a multi-lingual operations team available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
If that's not enough to love us, we act as the Health & Safety principal for every booking made.
To get in touch, drop us an email at sales@youtravel.com
Shareholder Representative
Jun 2009
ABI (UK) Limited is a holiday home and lodge manufacturer based in the UK.
From extra insulation that means you can relax whatever the weather, to comfier beds for fresher mornings, we know little things make a real difference to your break β itβs why our holiday homes are so unique.
Every millimetre, feature, even something you might never see, gets our full and undivided attention. Calling upon 45 years of expertise, we devote thousands of hours to the design, build and craft of each ABI.
Having fine-tuned our holiday homes completely, an ABI break is something else. As well as utterly relaxing, they are also your ticket to some very British adventures.
R
Shareholder Representative
Jun 2005
Private Health Club situated in the heart of Canary Wharf, London. We are dedicated to providing our members and customers excellent value and unrivalled choice.
We have a full size Sports Hall, Golf club, Wellness Centre, Medical Team amongst other facilities.
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2021
Portfolio Director
Feb 2021
YFM Equity Partners are specialist, independently owned, private equity investors. We look to unlock the growth potential of businesses by investing Β£3m - Β£15m in:
Growth Capital opportunities - helping commercially proven businesses scale up; and
Buyout Capital opportunities - facilitating management buyouts and equity release situations
YFM Equity Partners has been investing in small business since 1982 through our regional office network, we are dedicated to working alongside management teams to create transformational growth and long-term value for our investors, the companies we invest in and a positive economic impact for the communities in which we work. We have over Β£750 million in assets under management, which include venture capital trusts and private equity funds.
YFM Equity Partners conducts its investment business through its subsidiary YFM Private Equity Limited which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN: 122120).
2018
Partner
Jan 2018
Chiltern Capital specialises in making private investments in lower mid-market companies in the UK and Ireland. We are active, entrepreneurial investors, with a dedicated focus and approach to supporting the management teams we partner with. We invest in minority or majority shareholding positions and have no set time horizon to an exit.
We invest between Β£10m and Β£40m of equity to support companies that:
β’ Are established and profitable;
β’ Are headquartered in the UK or Ireland; and
β’ Have significant growth and development potential.
We are flexible partners and will consider a range of investment situations including:
β’ Owners that want to sell their business in full or just a minority shareholding;
β’ Management teams who wish to buy their business through a management buy-out or management buy-out / buy-in;
β’ Management teams who want to raise capital to accelerate business growth, either organically, through a roll-out or via acquisition; and
β’ Entrepreneurs that want to de-risk and crystallise value but still have the ambition to achieve more.
To speak with us please email: Alistair.Gray@chilterncapital.co.uk
2017
K
Shareholder Representative
Apr 2017
KCS provides specialist software, services and support to deliver fully integrated trading and business management solutions to companies in the distributive trade β wherever they are in the world.
With a unique depth of knowledge and experience in the distributive trades that stretches over 40 years, our wide range of clients includes wholesalers, distributors, merchants and retailers from small traders to multinational enterprises.
Our K8 solution's modules include warehouse management, sales order processing, delivery management and website builder software.
Our technical experts are thought leaders in trading and management technology, and our innovative and flexible approach ensures our customers partner with us for the long-term.
We have been in this business for over 40 years, delivering software to meet the specific requirements of this sector. Many of our clients have been with us from the beginning. Today, we offer a comprehensive solution based on the K8 business management system, with a wide range of supporting and managed services. Kerridge Commercial Systems is an Oracle Gold Partner and Microsoft Partner.
Our mission is simple: to design and deliver high performance, integrated ERP solutions that enable our distributive trade customers to source effectively, stock efficiently, sell profitably and service competitively.
Currently, we employ over 400 people at offices in the UK, Ireland, The Netherlands and South Africa. We currently support over 800 customers and worldwide distributors at more than 5000 locations across Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Australasia.
Company details
Website
http://www.kerridgecs.com
Headquarters
Hungerford, Berkshire
Year founded
1976
Company type
Privately Held
Company size
201-500 employees
Specialties
ERP software, Sales Order Processing Software, Warehouse Management software, CRM Software, Website Builder Software, Ecommerce Software, Builders Merchants Software, Automotive Aftermarket Software, Electrical Wholesalers Software, and Plumbers Merchants Software
2013
Shareholder Representative
Sep 2013
At Elan Homes we have a wealth of experience in the building industry and have quickly established a reputation as a niche developer. As a privately-owned business, we pride ourselves on focusing all our energy on building quality properties for customers. We build homes that stand the test of time for generations to come. From fitted kitchens that are both robust and beautiful, to floors and skirting boards designed to withstand all the knocks of life, weβve considered every detail of how you live.
2011
Shareholder Representative
Jul 2011
iNTERTAIN - First Choice Entertainment
iNTERTAIN is one of the pioneers of the late night hospitality industry, we are proud to present brands such as Walkabout β home of the awesome spirit of Australia, Maluko β our Tiki themed cocktail bar and Bar Risa and Highlight β the home of comedy around the UK.
We deliver the ultimate party experience in all of our venues all around the UK and give our awesome customers a place to come and celebrate, meet their mates, meet new people and above all have fun.
iNTERTAIN was formed in October 2009 by John Leslie (CEO), Simon Kaye (COO) and Mike Foster (CFO) with David Myers (Chairman) joining in November 2011. Operating 36 Bars and Comedy venues, iNTERTAIN is one of the leading hospitality companies on the high street.
With our highly regarded and well established brands, our focus will be to increasingly seek out additional ways in which we can entertain and build the experience for our customers, provide additional reasons to visit, all of which can be pre-booked in advance through www.mypartysorted.com
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