Actum Group

A fascinating discussion last week at our Leadership in the Age of Value Creation dinner in collaboration with KPMG UK Deal Advisory. The conversation was moderated by Nicola Longfield with the participation of Louise Kingsley, Stephanie Phair, Michele Giddens and Shelley Copsey. We would like to thank the panel but also the 30 people in attendance for enriching this exchange. The resounding feedback was that “It was one of the best women in PE events that I have been to” ! Some of the themes we addressed were: 💡 Building high performance teams and individuals 💡 The importance of organisational design 💡 Resilience and agility during turbulent times 💡 Data and AI link to decision making, performance and productivity improvement To find out more or to join our next women in value creation dinners drop us an email at events@actumgroup.com. #ActumGroup #PrivateEquity #ValueCreation #KPMG #WomenInValueCreation #Leadership

The UK venture capital landscape is facing significant challenges, marked by a continued lack of liquidity and heightened risk aversion, according to Actum Group's latest VC quarterly deal analysis. The analysis features insights from industry experts Jasper Smith of Vala Capital 🌱, Andy Bloxam of Foresight Group, and Ben Davies of Praetura Ventures. Read the full article at https://lnkd.in/dUyQQ-i6 #VentureCapital #UKInvestment #ValueAnalysis #ValueCreation

Richard Sanders, Co-founder and Managing Partner of Sullivan Street Partners, reveals what sets the firm apart in a crowded market in his recent discussion with Actum Group. Sullivan Street takes a different approach, exploring opportunities often overlooked by the competition, by focusing on a company's core fundamentals, rather than chasing trends or avoiding "unfashionable" sectors. Read the full article at https://lnkd.in/dxj-XZAu #Privateequity #SullivanStreet #Valuecreation #Leadership #Valuelevers

The latest report from Actum Group provides an in-depth look into the Q3 UK private equity deal landscape, highlighting a steady rise in buyout activity despite a cautious market. The article features insights from John Farrugia, CEO at Cavendish; James Cross, Partner at Hogan Lovells; Alex Marshall, Senior Partner at CIL Management Consultants, and Kit Schutzer-Weissmann, Origination Manager at Mobeus. The full report can be found here: https://lnkd.in/d6GJdQ2D #Buyouts #UKMarket #ValueCreation #ValueLevers

We very much look forward to our “Leadership in the Age of Value Creation” dinner in collaboration with KPMG UK, part of our Women in Value Creation series.    Our guest speakers Stephanie Phair, Shelley Copsey and Michele Giddens will share war stories and insights from their impressive careers as CEOs, Board members and operators, whilst Louise Kingsley will inspire us on how to achieve the Gold standard of value creation drawing inspiration from her journey as a director of performance and coach. This intimate discussion will be facilitated by Nicola Longfield.   Contact us for more info: events@actumgroup.com   #ActumGroup #PrivateEquity #ValueCreation #KPMG #WomenInValueCreation #Leadership

Ioana Nobel, Associate Director at Luminii Consulting, shares her views on value creation in private equity, with Actum Group As competition intensifies and economic conditions shift, private equity firms focus on strategic initiatives, operational improvements, and financial optimisation to unlock growth. 🌐 Read the full article at https://lnkd.in/dM5BFMum #PrivateEquity #ValueCreation #GrowthStrategy #BusinessTransformation #Leadership

Mutares SE & Co. KGaA, a Munich-based private equity firm, is making strategic moves in the UK by identifying and acquiring distressed companies with untapped potential. In a recent conversation with Actum Group, Associate Director Thomas Cullis; and Director and Head of UK M&A Ivo Hobson shared insights on how Mutares is leveraging the challenges posed by economic volatility, Brexit, and rising debt levels to identify acquisition targets. 🔗 Read the full article at https://lnkd.in/dugpnvpJ #PrivateEquity #UKBusiness #OperationalExcellence #Mutares #ValueCreation

Actum Group's latest research reveals a dip in UK-based private equity carve-outs, with only 13 announced in the first half of this year. 📉  Managing Partners Zeina Bain and Richard Sanders from Sullivan Street Partners, alongside Ramon de la Sota from Parlementia Capital Partners and Stephen Cooney-Grayburn from BDO UK LLP, delve deep into the reasons behind this trend, shedding light on the increasing competition from trade buyers and the growing execution risks. Read the full article at https://lnkd.in/g7GyD2nG #CorporateDivestment #CarveOuts #ValueCreation #ValueLevers 

How is #Agilitas achieving both social impact and strong financial returns? Martin Calderbank, Managing Partner at Agilitas Private Equity, discusses with Actum Group how the firm integrates #ESG principles to drive both value creation and positive social impact. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dZ-dghX6 #PrivateEquity #Sustainability #ValueCreation #ResponsibleInvesting

The latest Actum Group report uncovers the recent trends shaping the bolt-on acquisition landscape in the UK. While domestic deals are on the rise, international bolt-ons have taken a hit as sponsors adopt a more cautious approach in these challenging times. Read the full report at https://lnkd.in/dSbaVgV6 The analysis includes insights from James Cross, Partner in the Private Equity and Funds Practice at Hogan Lovells; Leigh Webb, Head of Financial Sponsors Coverage at Oppenheimer & Co. Inc.; and Graeme Mckinstry, Investment Director at Foresight Group. #PrivateEquity #MergersAndAcquisitions #ValueCreation #ValueLevers