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TECH CFO DRINKS
- Thursday 27th November
- 6pm onwards
- Byrd Lounge, Hart Hotel Shoreditch, London
Partners in Your Tech Growth Journey
Blink and you’ll miss it. The tech world never slows down – and we’ve helped some of the UK’s fastest-growing tech companies stay ahead, stay compliant, and scale globally with confidence.
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A HANDFUL OF OUR TECH CLIENTS
We look after early-stage to later-stage – from an AI startup that has raised its first VC round, to a hyper-growth Unicorn operating in multiple jurisdictions.
Raising VC Funding & Scaling Tech Companies: The Partner Who Truly Gets It
The tech ecosystem doesn’t stand still. And neither do we. Whether you’re scaling up, raising VC funding, backed by PE, or eyeing an exit event and need sharp advice, we’re the partner who gets it.
We get the pressures tech businesses are under – managing investors, balancing rapid growth with tight governance, and navigating complex reporting. All while expanding at pace and watching your competitors like a hawk.
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A True Co-Pilot for Founders & CFOs
Tech is different. And so are we. Whether you are a founder or a CFO, our team is a true co-pilot alongside your growth strategy.
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Working Across the Tech Ecosystem
CP works with some of the UK’s fastest-growing tech companies – SaaS, Fintech, Regtech, Healthtech, AI, Deep tech, and beyond. In addition, we support many e-commerce and D2C consumer products businesses that are built and operated as technology-led businesses.
From R&D tax relief, to strategic forecasting, statutory compliance and all the tax risks and opportunities that spin off your growth strategy. We have an integrated tech team to cover all the bases.
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UPCOMING TECH EVENTS
OUR ECOSYSTEM AND PARTNERSHIPS
We partner with leading organisations, banks, and tech providers to offer essential tools and services for tech founders and CFOs, supporting their core operational and financial infrastructure
TECHCFO
TechCFO is a vibrant community of senior finance leaders within the high-growth tech ecosystem. Providing a collaborative space for members to engage through intimate dinners, webinars, and annual summits.
Initially formed to offer solidarity and shared experiences among finance leads often overshadowed by CEOs and Founders, TechCFO has evolved over the past three years into a robust network of like-minded professionals who navigate the complexities of rapidly changing industry verticals together.
Discover the power of peer connection and insight—join the TechCFO community today and be part of a thriving network shaping the future of finance in tech.
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TECH DEALS & CORPORATE FINANCE ADVICE
We advise tech business owners and executive teams on strategic deals – be it institutional investment, trade acquisitions, PE deals, and exits, or strategic investment. We understand the value drivers that maximise valuation, know the key buyers and what they are looking for.
Our Deals team comprises specialist corporate finance, transaction services, and transaction tax teams that have completed hundreds of transactions between them across the technology spectrum. We have an outstanding track record in shareholder exits, private equity fundraisers, and buy and sell-side financial, tax, and legal due diligence. We have deep and relevant relationships with both strategic trade and private equity houses, and can rover both Vendor Assist and Vendor Diligence projects. Take a look at our recent deals.
Recent Deals
Company name:
TrustID Limited
Deal Type
Company sale
Country
United Kingdom
Buyer Name
The Citation Group
Country of Buyer
United Kingdom
Sectors
Technology
Company name:
ANTSER GROUP
Deal Type
Management Buy Out
Country
United Kingdom
Buyer Details
Buyer Name
YFM Equity Partners, UK
Country of Buyer
United Kingdom
Sectors
Healthcare & Technology
Company name:
CENTIQ GROUP
Deal Type
Private Equity / Development Capital
Country
United Kingdom
Buyer Name
LDC
Country of Buyer
United Kingdom
Sectors
Techology & Business Services
CORPORATE FINANCE INSIGHTS
Simon Nichols
SOFTWARE – M&A AND DUE DILIGENCE INSIGHTS
Software M&A deal volume has remained stable but there are indicators of growth in M&A volume, largely driven by SaaS transactions, of which there were 2,107 in 2024.
Simon Nichols
Sector Snapshot: IT Managed Services
Despite the economic turbulence marked by inflation and escalating interest rates in 2023, the IT services sector has shown remarkable tenacity.
Loren Docksey
SaaS M&A Snapshot: Q1 – 24 Update
High-performing businesses with demonstrable growth continue to be sought after by investors.
Loren Docksey
SAAS M&A SNAPSHOT: H1-23 UPDATE
An improved macroeconomic outlook and overall investor optimism for growth businesses has contributed to a solid first half of 2023 for publicliy traded b2b SaaS companies.
Loren Docksey
SaaS M&A SNAPSHOT
Despite valuation metrics cooling from record highs, demands for mission-critical software solutions remains robust.
Ben Rookes
HCM SOFTWARE SNAPSHOT
HCM Software continues to attract investment as underlying demand drivers remain robust.
Andy Parker
FINTECH KEY TRENDS
Fintech businesses are continuing to drive the financial services M&A market through disruption and innovation.
Loren Docksey
SaaS: M&A TRENDS & ANALYSIS
Widespread digitisation across sector verticals and high technical capabilities amongst SMEs is driving record levels of SaaS M&A activity.
Ben Rookes
IT MANAGED SERVICES M&A SNAPSHOT
Demand for assets with a strong recurring revenue base and growth dynamics has risen considerably in the last twelve months.
Ben Rookes
CYBER SECURITY M&A SNAPSHOT
Increasing numbers of companies are using applications deployed on the cloud. Combined with more sophisticated ransomware attacks and publicised security incidents on the rise, demand for cloud security and next-gen cyber software is sky-rocketing.
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Our clients span the full tech spectrum. From SAAS platforms powering business-critical processes, to buy-now-pay-later fintechs driving retail loyalty. We cover all stages and all sizes.
From early-stage rocket ships killing their growth targets, to mature businesses looking at liquidity events, acquisitions, or global expansion. That includes privately owned disrupters, VC-backed scaleups, PE-backed powerhouses, and purpose-led businesses on the path to B Corp, just like us
START UPS
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SCALE UPS
Unlock high growth with our established Scale Up team—offering expert insights on funding rounds, PE deals, and exits—plus exclusive access to TechCFO, a vibrant community for senior finance leaders. Click to learn more and join our dynamic ecosystem.
