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Talent Network
BGF’s Talent Network supports the growth of businesses across the UK & Ireland
6,000
network connections in diverse sectors and positions
400
chairs and non-execs appointed to company boards
60
%
of the network is based outside London
BGF’s Talent Network is one of the largest groups of board-level non-executives in the UK and Ireland. Our network is able to support companies with ad hoc advice, commercial insight and interim leadership. Each introduction is carefully researched and considered to ensure the best person for the job is put forward.
Matching ambitious companies with the brightest individuals
Much like our investments, we take a patient approach to helping companies find talent. We spend many years developing relationships with experienced chairs and non executive directors, only introducing them to companies when we know it’s the right fit. This focus on quality matchmaking means we aren’t afraid to challenge assumptions around what kind of person will work best in a role, taking a more creative approach when appropriate.
Recent appointment success stories from across the UK & Ireland
Gi Fernando joins tech talent business Makers Academy as non-executive chair
- An entrepreneur himself, Gi will support Makers Academy founder and CEO Claudia Harris and her management team as they continue to promote diversity in tech.
- Gi is also co-founder and director of ReGenerate, which offers consultancy and support for purpose-driven businesses.
Andy McRae joins Tribepad as non-executive chair following £12 million investment
- Andy has a long track record of success in leading businesses through high growth, international expansion and sale.
Adrian Ringrose joins Ballymena-based design firm Clarke as non-executive chair
- Adrian will support CEO Eugene Clarke as he continues to expand the Ballymena-based family business.
- He is the former CEO of Interserve, a construction, refurbishment and facilities management group operating across the UK, Europe and the Middle East.
Team
Maire McKay
Talent Network / Leeds
Joanne Hosker
Talent Network / Manchester
Sophie Birch
Talent Network / London
Andy Watts
Portfolio team / London
Mo Alexander
Talent Network / London
Lian Mann
Executive Assistant / Birmingham
Cate Poulson
Head of Talent Network
Frankie Modoo
Executive Assistant / London
Our EFD Programme
Our market leading EFD programme is our network of Experienced Finance Directors and CFOs with whom we work on a consultancy basis both across the portfolio and when reviewing new investment opportunities. If you are an experienced CFO interested in following a consultancy, plural or non-executive career, then our EFD programme could be for you!
Find out morePartner with BGF's Talent Network
If you’re looking for new talent to help your business take the next step forward, or want to join BGF’s growing national network of business leaders and board level non-execs, get in touch with us below.
