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Ryan Hayward

Head of Strategic Investments Europe and Asia

📍 London, England, United Kingdom🔄 Updated September 2026💼 17 investments📅 11 years investing🗓 Last invested Jan 2022
VC🌍 United Kingdom
17
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8
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1
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0
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11y
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Board Observer
Dec 2020
HUBX is a decentralised connected network of Advisors and Investors, designed to foster collaboration through shared technology.
Board Observer
Jul 2020
SparkChange is a specialist provider of carbon data, analytics, insight and financial products empowering financial institutions to capitalise on the opportunities — and manage the risks — arising from the transition to a low-carbon economy. We are proud to have helped some of the world’s leading investors adapt in the wake of the climate crisis. With a suite of advanced data and analytics tools, over $140m invested in SparkChange products, and an in-house team of 25+ technology and carbon experts, we are excited to engineer new ways for financial institutions to enhance their investment and risk strategies in the years ahead. SparkChange was founded on the fundamental principle that the future of financial investing must integrate the carbon price. This is a critical requirement to accelerate global decarbonisation and aid the transition to a net zero economy. We initially focused on delivering the world's first Exchange-Traded Product backed by physical European carbon allowances. Building on that success, we have expanded our data and analytics solutions to help organisations prepare for the opportunities and risks associated with a higher carbon price future. For more information, visit: https://sparkchange.io/ Spark Change Group Limited (FRN 944451) is an Appointed Representative of Kroll Securities Ltd. (FRN 466588) which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.
Board Observer
Jun 2019
We believe in the immediate value that real-time settlement and decentralized, resilient payment systems will deliver to wholesale market participants. We are building a network of decentralised Payment Systems that enable real-time, peer-to-peer settlements, transforming today’s wholesale banking markets. Fnality enables participants to use settlement balances held directly at the central bank for real-time, cost-effective, and secure wholesale payments, addressing current market challenges and optimizing liquidity.
Board Observer
Jul 2018
ISWAP LIMITED is a financial services company based out of 2 BROADGATE, LONDON, United Kingdom.
Principal Investments
Jan 2018
Barclays is a British universal bank. Our vision is to be the UK-centred leader in global finance. We are a diversified bank with comprehensive UK consumer, corporate and wealth and private banking franchises, a leading investment bank and a strong, specialist US consumer bank. Through these five divisions, we are working together for a better financial future for our customers, clients and communities. With over 325 years of history and expertise in banking, Barclays operates in over 40 countries and employs approximately 83,500 people. Barclays moves, lends, invests and protects money for customers and clients worldwide. Barclays is a trading name of Barclays Bank PLC and its subsidiaries. Barclays Bank PLC is registered in England and is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority. Registered in England. Registered No. 1026167. Registered office: 1 Churchill Place, London E14 5HP.
Angel Investor
2016
Powering private markets. Secure, efficient, client driven capital raising and investor reporting technology solutions.
Angel Investor
2016
Revolutionising Care. Empowering You Vida’s mission is to empower. With technology we empower the elderly, we empower their families, and we empower our carers. Our platform enables a circle of care connecting healthcare providers to the elderly. Everything we do is centred around the cared for, their family and their carers. We have a wide network of qualified, experienced and trusted carers. We only accept the top 10% of applicants who must have a minimum of two years’ experience. Vida carers must pass our strict in-house recruitment and training processes. Behind them sit a team of leading and award winning care managers and care co-ordinators. We take on the responsibility of managing the logistics for you, using our automated carer allocation and check-in system to ensure that you have the right trusted and reliable carers as and when you need them. Our carers receive holistic training, higher than average pay and sophisticated logistics support. We provide them with the best tools to provide consistently reliable and quality care.
Angel Investor
2016
HireHand makes it easier to handle dynamic staffing, helping people-powered businesses match their own team to flexible shift schedules. HireHand has developed intelligent shift matching software that does the hard work of finding the right people to be in the right place at the right time. Ideal for shifts that change often and last minute drops. We’re currently helping staff the vaccine roll-out and COVID testing. The software makes it easy and efficient to manage your own flexible team and reduce reliance on agency staff, so costs go down and service levels go up. While your team gets to use a simple app that puts them in control of their time. You can easily build and run your perfect staff bank. Increase margin and reduce costs per shift covered by bank staff Save managerial and admin time allocating staff to dropped shifts Know you always have trained staff on shift, meeting your standards Reduce staff turnover by meeting flexible shift demands of bank staff Use intelligent matching to not just ‘fill shifts’ but create effective teams Dynamic staffing works as the result of highly personalised, preference-rich matching. With 97% shift coverage, HireHand automates and simplifies filling your shifts. Trusted by: NHS, Oxfam, Deliveroo, Second Home, YMCA and more. Perfect for Healthcare, Care Providers, Volunteer led organisations, and Professional services teams
Angel Investor
2015
At Minor Figures we create great innovative plant-based products for coffee lovers, baristas and a better planet from our micro brewery in East London. We also do other stuff like surfboards, latte art throw downs and socks.
Angel Investor
2015
London's King of Gyms. 12 luxury studios. 5 killer high intensity workouts.
Angel Investor
2015
At Minor Figures we create great innovative plant-based products for coffee lovers, baristas and a better planet from our micro brewery in East London. We also do other stuff like surfboards, latte art throw downs and socks.
Angel Investor
2015
The destination for luxury re-commerce. Hewi boasts an expert curation of brands and an unparalleled commitment to customer service for buyers and sellers alike. A forerunner in resale, since its inception in 2012 the platform has pioneered and paved the way for pre-owned fashion, revolutionising the industry in building a circular economy that’s now leading global conversation and urgent change in how the world shops luxury. We are a dedicated, entrepreneurial and creative team, with a mission to drive fashion forward for good. We recently collaborated with Sotheby’s to create its first ever luxury handbag and accessories auction; and last year, we partnered with Vogue to host a sale of items from the wardrobes of 23 supermodels including Kate Moss and Gigi Hadid with proceeds going to charity. In 2022, we will launch a new online platform combining digital innovation with unequalled sartorial expertise and bespoke customer service to further enhance the re-commerce experience.
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Board (7)
2022
Board Observer
Jan 2022
Kriya is the Enterprise PayLater solution. Our flexible B2B payments keep business flowing brilliantly through all your sales channels. Close bigger sales, more often, and get paid upfront while your buyers pay later on flexible terms. Founded in 2011 weve processed £28 billion in B2B payments from buyers in over 45 countries. Were backed by a prestigious array of investors including Barclays Bank, Northzone and Mouro Capital (owned by Santander Bank).
2021
Board Observer
Nov 2021
We are a progressive, forward-thinking team, we help our customers achieve their business ambitions. Our new name ‘Propel’ embodies our passion for driving businesses growth. For over 20 years, we have continued to deliver leading-edge finance solutions through a unique combination of teamwork and technology. Our aim is to take the services we offer to the next level. To push the boundaries of what’s available. And to create experiences that are personal, progressive and partner-orientated. If you are looking to invest in or buy business assets or equipment or you are a vendor looking to boost your sales through fast, flexible finance, please contact Propel today on 01633 415222 or email info@propelfinance.co.uk. T's and C's apply. Finance subject to status. Propel Finance Plc and Propel Finance No. 1 Limited are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority
Board Observer
Nov 2021
Liberis is an embedded finance partner for platforms, including vertical SaaS providers, marketplaces, payment processors, and payment companies. Liberis enables platforms to offer tailored financial solutions to their merchant ecosystems, supporting growth across businesses of all sizes. Liberis partners closely with platforms, combining merchant data and distribution with over a decade of finance expertise and lending experience across economic cycles. By understanding merchant behaviour and business rhythm, Liberis embeds finance directly into platform workflows, delivering funding and financial tools at key moments in the merchant lifecycle. Rather than offering standardised products, Liberis co-creates solutions around each partner’s brand, technology, and merchant needs. Its flexible, API-driven architecture allows platforms to configure, launch, and scale embedded finance offerings across 15 markets, with the ability to add new products over time without requiring further platform integration. For platforms, Liberis delivers recurring revenue opportunities and supports merchant acquisition and retention. For merchants, Liberis provides fast and transparent access to capital, from $500 to $1M+, with clear pricing, flexible repayment aligned to business performance, and dedicated support. Embedded Finance. Built Together.
2020
Board Observer
Dec 2020
HUBX is a decentralised connected network of Advisors and Investors, designed to foster collaboration through shared technology.
Board Observer
Jul 2020
SparkChange is a specialist provider of carbon data, analytics, insight and financial products empowering financial institutions to capitalise on the opportunities — and manage the risks — arising from the transition to a low-carbon economy. We are proud to have helped some of the world’s leading investors adapt in the wake of the climate crisis. With a suite of advanced data and analytics tools, over $140m invested in SparkChange products, and an in-house team of 25+ technology and carbon experts, we are excited to engineer new ways for financial institutions to enhance their investment and risk strategies in the years ahead. SparkChange was founded on the fundamental principle that the future of financial investing must integrate the carbon price. This is a critical requirement to accelerate global decarbonisation and aid the transition to a net zero economy. We initially focused on delivering the world's first Exchange-Traded Product backed by physical European carbon allowances. Building on that success, we have expanded our data and analytics solutions to help organisations prepare for the opportunities and risks associated with a higher carbon price future. For more information, visit: https://sparkchange.io/ Spark Change Group Limited (FRN 944451) is an Appointed Representative of Kroll Securities Ltd. (FRN 466588) which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.
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