General Management Assignments

Founded in 1981 Advent Venture Partners is one of the first US-style venture capital firms in Europe. With over £500m currently under management, their focus is on venture investment at both the early and late stage, in two sectors: life sciences and information and communications technology.

Founded in 1991, with corporate offices in Europe and the USA, AVG (Grisoft) is focused on developing software solutions that provide protection from computer viruses. Grisoft's primary focus is to deliver the most comprehensive and proactive protection available on the market.

Bluegate was a European provider of software and services to optimise supply chain management and improve customer service in the process industry.

Bravura Solutions is a leading global supplier of superannuation and pension, life insurance, investment and portfolio management software, as well as business and strategic consulting services.

Bytemobile's innovative products help operators and enterprises expand, leverage, and monetize their 2.5G and 3G networks.

Causeway Technologies is a UK Market-leading supplier of web based solutions, communications and productivity enhancing technologies to companies involved in the construction industry.

Chubb Information Security Applications provides managed information security services that enable businesses to send, store and share documents and transact via the Internet in confidence using PKI applications.

The Cloud WiFi is changing the way, place and time people can access the Internet. Like GSM has changed the way people work and communicate today using their mobile phone, WiFi is opening a new world of opportunities for mobile users. Accessing online resources everywhere and at all times is changing how people view (and use) the Internet and stay connected with their friends, colleagues and customers. The Cloud™ delivers on this (previously futuristic) vision of bringing high speed, omnipresent, secure and affordable Internet access to the general public today.

Dell Computer Corporation is the world's number one direct-sale computer vendor. Its enterprise products include network servers, workstations and storage systems.

Doll Capital Management invests primarily in early-stage domestic companies, though they do invest selectively in late-stage and international companies. DCM has made investments as small as $500K in very early stage companies, but their usual initial investment is $3 to $7 million, with an equal amount reserved for future rounds. Their total investment in any one company is generally up to $15 million.

Egg PLC has established itself as the UK leading e-commerce financial services company, providing banking, insurance, investments, mortgages and a shopping portal through its Internet site and other distribution channels.

IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. is a worldwide leader in the development and commercialization of innovative technology-based products and services for veterinary, food and water applications.

ITNet (now part of Serco) is a full service internet provider offering everything from hosting to high-speed dedicated access and expertise in the fields of IT and business process outsourcing.

The Hamsard Group (now Cantono) offered a range of award winning, innovative products and world-class services in the areas of both applications and infrastructure.

Kingston provides local phone service, operating 257,000 lines in the Hull area. Using DSL (digital subscriber line) technology, it also pushes Internet access and interactive TV in the region and operates a national fibre-optic long-distance network.

Mantix (since acquired by Atkins Global) successfully worked with over 300 organisations in the public and private sector to control programmes with annual expenditure of up to £500 million.

Founded in 1969, Mayfield Ventures has raised 11 funds and made nearly 425 investments.

Meru Networks’ Mobile SCALE solution enables companies, hospitals, schools, and government organisations to ensure that users have secure and invariable access to these applications over a mobile infrastructure, without the limits of conventional Wireless LAN (WLAN) solutions.

Microsoft is the world's largest software company.

With more than 350,000 users worldwide, Mindjet is the leading provider of visual thinking applications for business professionals. Mindjet's flagship product is MindManager, a business productivity tool that seamlessly integrates with Microsoft® Office. MindManager's primary purpose is to capture, structure, and communicate information gathered as part of normal business meetings, projects and daily tasks. Mindjet is a Microsoft Certified Partner.

Motorola is a global leader in providing integrated communications solutions and embedded electronic solutions.

Multis Group provides a unique and total service in support of a brand manufacturer’s objectives and solution requirements in the area of Remarketing and Remanufacturing.

Network Rail owns and operates the fixed infrastructure assets of the British railway system, including the railway tracks, signals, tunnels, bridges, level crossings and most stations, but not the passenger or commercial freight rolling stock.

Novatel Wireless, Inc is a leading provider of wireless broadband access solutions for the worldwide mobile communications market.

Openet is a world-leading provider of real-time charging and convergent mediation solutions that enable network operators to maximise the profitability of their network and services.

Research Machines Plc is the leading supplier of software, services and systems to UK education.

SkinStore.com is among the leading health and beauty retailers worldwide. Their wide selection includes more than 3,500 skincare, health and beauty products usually found only in doctors' offices, spas and better department stores.

Sonim Technologies offers a complete end-to-end mobile VoIP platform that delivers high-performance push-to-talk and “push-to-X” applications on today’s GPRS, UMTS, EVDO, WiFi and WiMAX data networks.

SPSS has become a leader in predictive analytics technologies through a combination of commitment to innovation and dedication to customers.

Tulip Mobile is a mobile phone retailer.

TuVox, Inc speech applications deliver world-class customer service through the phone channel. TuVox Perfect Router a conversational call routing application, determines caller intent and routes the call to the appropriate self-service application or agent.


Founded in 1981 Advent Venture Partners is one of the first US-style venture capital firms in Europe. With over £500m currently under management, their focus is on venture investment at both the early and late stage, in two sectors: life sciences and information and communications technology.	Advent Venture Partners Associate

Founded in 1991, with corporate offices in Europe and the USA, AVG (Grisoft) is focused on developing software solutions that provide protection from computer viruses. Grisoft's primary focus is to deliver the most comprehensive and proactive protection available on the market.	AVG (Grisoft) Country Manager

Bluegate was a European provider of software and services to optimise supply chain management and improve customer service in the process industry.	Bluegate General Manager, Europe

Bravura Solutions is a leading global supplier of superannuation and pension, life insurance, investment and portfolio management software, as well as business and strategic consulting services.	Bravura Solutions Country Manager

Bytemobile's innovative products help operators and enterprises expand, leverage, and monetize their 2.5G and 3G networks.	bytemobile VP Asia/Pacific

Causeway Technologies is a UK Market-leading supplier of web based solutions, communications and productivity enhancing technologies to companies involved in the construction industry.	Causeway Technologies Chief Operating Officer

Chubb Information Security Applications provides managed information security services that enable businesses to send, store and share documents and transact via the Internet in confidence using PKI applications.	Chubb Information Security VP Corporate Development

The Cloud WiFi is changing the way, place and time people can access the Internet. Like GSM has changed the way people work and communicate today using their mobile phone, WiFi is opening a new world of opportunities for mobile users. Accessing online resources everywhere and at all times is changing how people view (and use) the Internet and stay connected with their friends, colleagues and customers. The Cloud™ delivers on this (previously futuristic) vision of bringing high speed, omnipresent, secure and affordable Internet access to the general public today.	The Cloud Director Roampoint

Dell Computer Corporation is the world's number one direct-sale computer vendor. Its enterprise products include network servers, workstations and storage systems.	Dell Computer Corporation Preferred Search Partner

Doll Capital Management invests primarily in early-stage domestic companies, though they do invest selectively in late-stage and international companies. DCM has made investments as small as $500K in very early stage companies, but their usual initial investment is $3 to $7 million, with an equal amount reserved for future rounds. Their total investment in any one company is generally up to $15 million.	Doll Capital Management Venture Partner

Egg PLC has established itself as the UK leading e-commerce financial services company, providing banking, insurance, investments, mortgages and a shopping portal through its Internet site and other distribution channels.	Egg PLC Preferred Search Partner

IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. is a worldwide leader in the development and commercialization of innovative technology-based products and services for veterinary, food and water applications.	IDEXX Laboratories Director/General Manager CAG-LABS EMEA

ITNet (now part of Serco) is a full service internet provider offering everything from hosting to high-speed dedicated access and expertise in the fields of IT and business process outsourcing.	ITNet Managing Director, Europe

The Hamsard Group (now Cantono) offered a range of award winning, innovative products and world-class services in the areas of both applications and infrastructure.	Hamsard CEO Symbiotic IS

Kingston provides local phone service, operating 257,000 lines in the Hull area. Using DSL (digital subscriber line) technology, it also pushes Internet access and interactive TV in the region and operates a national fibre-optic long-distance network.	Kingston Preferred Search Partner

Mantix (since acquired by Atkins Global) successfully worked with over 300 organisations in the public and private sector to control programmes with annual expenditure of up to £500 million.	Mantix Managing Consultant

Founded in 1969, Mayfield Ventures has raised 11 funds and made nearly 425 investments.	Mayfield Venture Partner

Meru Networks’ Mobile SCALE solution enables companies, hospitals, schools, and government organisations to ensure that users have secure and invariable access to these applications over a mobile infrastructure, without the limits of conventional Wireless LAN (WLAN) solutions.	Meru Networks VP Operations

Microsoft is the world's largest software company.	Microsoft Preferred Search Partner

With more than 350,000 users worldwide, Mindjet is the leading provider of visual thinking applications for business professionals. Mindjet's flagship product is MindManager, a business productivity tool that seamlessly integrates with Microsoft® Office. MindManager's primary purpose is to capture, structure, and communicate information gathered as part of normal business meetings, projects and daily tasks. Mindjet is a Microsoft Certified Partner.	Mindjet Managing Director, UK

MMD (Shipping Services) specialises in the stevedoring, storage, packing and distribution of fruit and other fresh produce from all over the world. The company has been in existence for 35 years and employs over 300 staff on its 26 acre site in Portsmouth.	MMD Shipping Ltd Operations Director

Motorola is a global leader in providing integrated communications solutions and embedded electronic solutions.	Motorola Preferred Search Partner

Multis Group provides a unique and total service in support of a brand manufacturer’s objectives and solution requirements in the area of Remarketing and Remanufacturing.	Multis Group VP Operations

Network Rail owns and operates the fixed infrastructure assets of the British railway system, including the railway tracks, signals, tunnels, bridges, level crossings and most stations, but not the passenger or commercial freight rolling stock.	Network Rail Commercial Lawyer

Novatel Wireless, Inc is a leading provider of wireless broadband access solutions for the worldwide mobile communications market.	Novatel Wireless Inc General Manager, EMEA

Openet is a world-leading provider of real-time charging and convergent mediation solutions that enable network operators to maximise the profitability of their network and services.	Openet VP North America

Qype is a a networked site where everyone can say which services are good in town, from Kindergarten to car repair shops. It has developed into one of Germany’s most interesting web 2.0 applications.	Qype Community Manager

Formerly WideRay, Qwikker is a local and social content distribution platform for mobile phones that allows easy and free discovery, downloading and sharing of mobile content. Qwikker currently runs the largest network of Bluetooth content distribution points in the world - over 650 points of presence in retail, pubs, theaters, public squares, and transport, and is actively expanding in the US and Europe. Qwikker has offices in the San Francisco Bay Area and London.	Qwikker (Formerly WideRay) VP EMEA

Research Machines Plc is the leading supplier of software, services and systems to UK education.	Research Machines Plc VP Europe

SkinStore.com is among the leading health and beauty retailers worldwide. Their wide selection includes more than 3,500 skincare, health and beauty products usually found only in doctors' offices, spas and better department stores.	SkinStore VP Merchandising

Sonim Technologies offers a complete end-to-end mobile VoIP platform that delivers high-performance push-to-talk and “push-to-X” applications on today’s GPRS, UMTS, EVDO, WiFi and WiMAX data networks.	Sonim Technologies VP Operations

SPSS has become a leader in predictive analytics technologies through a combination of commitment to innovation and dedication to customers.	SPSS VP Europe

Tulip Mobile is a mobile phone retailer.	Tulip Mobile Country Manager - Sweden Country Manager - Denmark

TuVox, Inc speech applications deliver world-class customer service through the phone channel. TuVox Perfect Router a conversational call routing application, determines caller intent and routes the call to the appropriate self-service application or agent.	TuVox, Inc VP Corporate Development