Athol has built companies across several sectors from the ground up and worked as a consultant to several others. He has experience of successful exits by trade sale and management buy- out. Alongside senior roles in technology and life sciences, over the past decade, he has built up a portfolio of family office investments valued at several £M in sectors as diverse as creative, defence, recruitment and software apps. Athol’s investee companies have raised over £35M in equity and non-diluted funding in UK, GCC and Asian markets. With many speaking credits and awards, Athol has a level of senior experience which is invaluable when identifying, assessing and managing businesses to successful liquidity events.

Stuart has worked with companies across several sectors, firstly through his career in commercial and corporate banking and more recently through his involvement as a partner in an early-stage company investment fund. He has been closely involved with renewable energy investments – particularly hydro, onshore wind, solar and biogas. Stuart has an extensive business network which delivers a flow of quality investment opportunities. He has a deep understanding of issues facing start-up and early-stage businesses, acting as a NED and mentor to several. He has significant business experience covering business growth, takeovers, management buy-outs and buy-ins. Stuart is a Member of the Chartered Institute of Bankers in Scotland and holds a MA(Hons) in Geography from the University of Edinburgh.

Frank has worked in the UK financial services industry for 30+ years. He is now a non-executive director on the boards of several companies in different organisations, including the parent companies of a privately owned multi-national group. He also works with a couple of charities. He is a seasoned and successful early stage investor, with current investments in several companies (involved in Financial Services, Medical devices and Consumer Electronics) in the both the UK and US. He has a wealth of practical experience.

Joanna has 14 years of work experience in Information Technology within both the Telecoms and Financial Sectors. Having completed a MSc in Economics in Szczecin, and a MSc. in Business Systems Analysis and Design at the University of London, her focus has been in managing software development and delivery, as well as talent development. Currently Joanna works in Portfolio and Project Management function for a Sovereign Wealth Fund.

Karen is a globally recognised expert in her field of oncology research and clinical trials. As founder and CEO of Glasgow, Delaware and Dublin headquartered Karma Oncology, Karen utilises decades of experience with Boehringer Mannheim, Novartis and Pfizer to provide niche clinical development services. Karen adds an in-depth understanding of the global life sciences marketplace which is an invaluable resource when assessing science-based opportunities. She holds an honours degree in Biology and a PhD in bioengineering, both from the University of Strathclyde. Karen can also boast a series of professional qualifications demonstrating her suitability as an expert in field of life sciences.