Peter Dubens

Private Equity England, United Kingdom ·Founded 2002

Overview

Oakley Capital, founded in 2002 by Peter Dubens, is a pan-European private equity firm specializing in growth capital and buy-and-build strategies. The firm focuses on founder- or management-led businesses in sectors such as Technology, Consumer, Education, and Business Services, often through complex carve-outs and secondary transactions. Oakley supports long-term value creation via operational guidance and entrepreneurial partnerships. With over €8 billion in assets under management and more than 150 investment professionals, Oakley has completed over 150 transactions in 11+ countries across Western Europe. Its strategy emphasizes sourcing off-market deals and executing proprietary growth strategies tailored to each business. Oakley operates through multiple regulated entities in Luxembourg and the UK, maintaining offices in London (HQ), Munich, and Milan. The firm actively champions sustainable growth, responsible investment frameworks, and founder-led value creation across its portfolios. Peter Dubens, the founder and managing partner, began his entrepreneurial career in 1985 with a thermochromic t-shirt company. He later co-founded Global Inc Limited and Global Accessories Limited, which supplied clothing and accessories to major UK retailers. In 2002, he established Oakley Capital to be the supportive financial partner he sought earlier in his career. Under his leadership, Oakley has grown into a leading private equity firm, investing in exceptional businesses across its core sectors and fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and open culture.

Investment Focus

  • Founder-led businesses
  • Operational guidance
  • Entrepreneurial partnerships

Portfolio Companies

DaisySeedtagIdealistaHEGCegidNorth SailsTime OutAthena RacingContaboAlerceDamovoEcommerce oneHeadland MediaHost Europe GroupIntergeniaOcean Technologies GroupVitroconnectWebcentralWebProsHorizons Optical

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Frequently asked questions about Peter Dubens

What sectors does Peter Dubens invest in?

Peter Dubens invests in Technology, Education, Business Services and Consumer, and is based in England, United Kingdom. Peter Dubens is listed as a private equity in the ConnectSafely investor database.

What stage does Peter Dubens invest at?

Peter Dubens backs companies at Early Stage, Growth and Buyout, writing cheques of 100M - 500M.

Which regions does Peter Dubens invest in?

Peter Dubens invests across United Kingdom, Germany, Italy, Spain and Luxembourg.

What companies has Peter Dubens invested in?

Peter Dubens's portfolio includes Daisy, Seedtag, Idealista, HEG, Cegid, North Sails, Time Out and Athena Racing.

How do I contact Peter Dubens?

Peter Dubens's contact details — including work email — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of the team.

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