Bristol Private Equity Club

Overview

Bristol Private Equity Club (BPEC) is a UK-based private equity firm that invests in early-stage technology and energy companies. The club comprises over 50 high-net-worth individuals with diverse skills and backgrounds, each investing individually in businesses seeking equity investments ranging from £150,000 to £500,000. Unlike traditional venture capital funds, BPEC operates as a club where members share the risks and rewards of investing, fostering a collaborative environment. The club focuses on sectors such as technology and energy, aiming to support businesses with existing revenue streams while also considering seed capital for promising opportunities. BPEC works closely with local universities, incubators, and business leaders to identify and support innovative ventures. The investment process involves initial discussions with founding members, selection and negotiation of capital requirements, presentations to club members, due diligence, and ongoing monitoring with a BPEC investor. BPEC's members include experienced professionals from various industries, such as Allan Rosengren, Jerry Barnes, Julian Telling, Mark Mason, Denis Mullan, Charles Cook, and Heather Frankham. These individuals bring a wealth of experience in financial services, private client advisory, corporate law, and business development, contributing to the club's strategic direction and investment decisions. Bristol Private Equity Club is a member of the British Private Equity and Venture Capital Association (BVCA), a trade organisation for the private equity and venture capital industry in the United Kingdom. The BVCA represents over 500 member firms, including private equity and venture capital houses, institutional investors, professional advisers, service providers, and international associations, and lobbies on regulatory, tax, and governmental matters related to private equity-owned businesses in the UK.

Investment Focus

• Net worth of at least £1 million
• Annual income of at least £200,000 individually or £300,000 jointly with a spouse
• Sophisticated investor self-certification

Portfolio Companies