Clarendon Fund Managers

We are delighted to be invited to participate in the MBA Association of Ireland (MBAAI)‘s upcoming panel event on the topic of the NI Start Up & Venture Capital Landscape, in association with Queen's Business School. The event presents a distinct opportunity for organisations, alumni and current MBA students to gain valuable insights from expert speakers and engage in a panel discussion on Navigating the NI Start Up & Venture Capital Landscape. Event Details: 📅Date: Wednesday 4th December 2024 🕐Time: 6:30pm-8:00pm 🏣Location: The Harvard Lecture Theatre, Queen’s Business School Panellists include: Susan Fitzsimmons - Chief Customer Officer, AuditComply Brian Cummings - Investment Director, Clarendon Fund Managers Pauline Timoney - Head of Entrepreneurship, Catalyst Louise Long - Director of Productivity, Department for the Economy NI Colm McMullan - Partner at Harbinson Mulholland Chartered Accountants Raghu Raj Singh Thakur - Founder & CTO Re-Vana Therapeutics   The panel will explore: - Access to capital and emerging investment trends - Building a thriving start-up ecosystem - Founder journeys, from first-time to serial entrepreneurs - Policy impact and future support for innovation Don't miss this chance to gain insights, connect with industry leaders, and be part of Northern Ireland's innovation journey! Early registration is recommended for this free event, as capacity is limited. If you would like to attend this event, please register at https://lnkd.in/efcyqDCM For more information, contact j.harvey@qub.ac.uk #LoveQBS #MBAalumni #MBAAI

Congratulations to Louise Doyle and Steph Scholes, co-founders of Needi, on securing this transformational investment led by the Investment Fund for Northern Ireland. We're delighted that you've joined the Investment Fund for Northern Ireland equity portfolio and we look forward to supporting you as you continue on your growth journey! Congrats to Claudine Owens on leading the deal and Sue Barnard & Mark Sterritt and the rest of the British Business Bank Northern Ireland team on helping us back ambitious founders and quality local businesses. Claudine Owens, Neil Simms, Brian Cummings, Sian Mclaughlin, Matthew Ward, Jill Wilson, Shauna L., Stuart Gaffikin & Daniel Lartey

🎉 Exciting News! Clarendon Fund Managers are pleased to lead in the latest investment round alongside 57 Stars to support NI based Cirdan Ltd as it continues to excel in the life sciences sector.   CFM Investment Director Neil Simms said: “Cirdan is a shining example of the innovation and expertise that Northern Ireland has to offer. We are proud to support their continued expansion, which will not only strengthen the local economy but also improve healthcare systems worldwide.”   https://lnkd.in/dhdtXdxB   Brian Cummings | Neil Simms | Jim Curran | Stuart Gaffikin | Claudine Owens | Sian Mclaughlin | Jill Wilson | Matthew Ward | Shauna L. | Daniel Lartey   #LifeSciences #Innovation #DigitalPathology #NorthernIreland #TechForGood 

📢 We are excited to co-host an event with Caldwell & Robinson Solicitors on Wednesday 16th October at 5:30pm at the Centre for Contemporary Art in Derry-Londonderry. Aimed at entrepreneurs and business owners, this is a great opportunity to learn more about the benefits of equity investment for businesses, the opportunities offered by the £70 million Investment Fund for Northern Ireland, and to connect with other professionals in the industry. We look forward to seeing you there! To secure your spot, please email enquiries@caldwellrobinson.com. #Investment #PrivateEquity #NorthernIreland #Entrepreneurs #BusinessGrowth #Networking

✨ What an amazing turnout at CFM’s latest CPIN event! ✨ 🎤 The Clarendon Private Investor Network continues to unite Angel investors in Northern Ireland, offering exclusive opportunities to join CFM in the next rounds of investment for some of the region’s most promising growth companies. It was fantastic reconnecting with familiar faces and meeting new investors eager to support innovative ventures. 🙏 A huge thank you to the participating companies for their compelling pitches, and a special shout-out to Custom House Belfast for hosting us in their stunning venue, complete with top-tier catering. Extra thanks to CFM's Claudine Owens for flawlessly organizing such a great event! 📩 If you are interested in angel investing and would like to find out about becoming a member of the Clarendon Private Investor Network or are a company looking to pitch to our active network, then please get in touch by reaching out to c.owens@clarendon-fm.co.uk or any member of the CFM team. Brian Cummings | Neil Simms | Jim Curran | Stuart Gaffikin | Sian Mclaughlin | Jill Wilson | Matthew Ward | Shauna L. | Daniel Lartey #AngelInvesting #InvestorNetwork #SupportingInnovation #GrowthCompanies #BusinessNetworking #NorthernIrelandBusiness #InvestmentOpportunities

🎉 Congratulations to B-Secur on the FDA clearance and launch of their groundbreaking HeartKey® Rhythm solution! This is a major achievement and a testament to their dedication to innovation in cardiac care. HeartKey Rhythm's advanced ECG algorithms will enhance clinical confidence, streamline industry efficiency, and ultimately improve patient outcomes. Many congratulations Adrian Condon and the B-Secur team on achieving this huge milestone.   #Growth #Innovation #CardiacCare #Healthcare

📢 Free B Corp Masterclass Information session! The buzz around #BCorp certification is on the rise in Ireland! Globally, there are more than 9,000 B Corps, with almost a quarter of those located in the UK, and interest is growing year on year. Clarendon Fund Managers is one of only 9 certified B Corps in Northern Ireland (and 49 in Ireland) and we want to spread the word across the island to encourage more companies to sign up.   Our friends at eccountinc, NI’s first B Corp, are hosting a free B Corp Masterclass Information session. Discover how becoming a B Corp can transform your company into a force for good.  📅 Date:   Wednesday 28 August 24  🕒 Time:  10.00-10.45am   📍 Location: Online Why Attend?  ✨ Unlock Potential: Learn how B Corp certification can set your business apart by meeting the highest standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability.  ✨ Expert Insights: Gain valuable knowledge from B Leaders, 📈 Graham Gillen & Sarah Blake, who can guide you through the certification process and make the journey so much more achievable.  ✨ Network & Connect: Meet like-minded professionals and entrepreneurs who are passionate about making a difference. Build connections that can support and inspire your journey. Plus meet previous Bootcamp participants who are now certified B Corps and hear about their journey! Who Should Attend?  ➡ Entrepreneurs and business owners looking to align their business with their values.  ➡ Companies committed to sustainability and social responsibility.  ➡ Anyone interested in learning more about the B Corp movement and how it can benefit their organization. Reserve your free spot today by clicking 🔗 https://lnkd.in/edgfg4r7 Brian Cummings Neil Simms James Curran Stuart Gaffikin Claudine Owens Sian Mclaughlin Jill Wilson Shauna L. Matthew Ward Jason Smyth #masterclass #sustainability

We are delighted to advise that we have made the first investment from the British Business Bank's Investment Fund for Northern Ireland - a £2.5m investment into INQDATA, a Belfast headquartered data services provider for capital markets. The company raised £750k from the Fund alongside Iona Star, Techstart Ventures LLP and other private investors. Congratulations to Theodore Voegt and the rest of the INQDATA team. We look forward to working with you and to supporting you as you scale the business. Brian Cummings, Neil Simms, James Curran, Stuart Gaffikin, Claudine Owens, Sian Mclaughlin, Matthew Ward, Jill Wilson, Shauna L. & Jason Smyth, Mark Sterritt, Sue Barnard, Kate Brooman, British Business Bank Northern Ireland, Graham Ferguson, Kevin McGivern, Allen Martin

We are delighted to partner with the British Private Equity & Venture Capital Association (BVCA) to feed into ESG_VC's 'Insight to Impact: A Roadmap for ESG in start-ups 2024' report from a Northern Ireland perspective. Well done to Henry Philipson and Suzi Gillespie for delivering such an insightful report. A pdf copy of the report can be found here - https://lnkd.in/dr7EfT9X Brian Cummings, Neil Simms, James Curran, Claudine Owens, Sian Mclaughlin, Jill Wilson, Shauna L. & Jason Smyth

Portfolio company, Modern Democracy, ensures smooth running of GB elections for 4.5m voters as record number of Councils adopt digital check-in. Congratulations to Siobhan Donaghy and her team on delivering this great result for the recent GB elections. James Curran, Neil Simms, Brian Cummings, Claudine Owens, Sian Mclaughlin, Stuart Gaffikin & Jason Smyth https://lnkd.in/egVgs_nW