Directorbank Northern Private Equity Event – Wed 20^th May: Over 50 guests gathered in the Granary Lounge at Leeds’ DoubleTree Hilton to network with a high calibre mix of board level directors from the North and private equity investors with interests in the region.

 The evening was a great success as guests discussed regional developments, shared experiences and interests, and talked though future plans over wine and delicious canapés.

George Heppenstall, Directorbank’s Head of the Northern region, welcomed guests with a light-hearted speech that outlined key developments at Directorbank as well as private equity activity across the region.

Our thanks go to our event sponsor, Irwin Mitchell, and their team of senior Corporate Practice representatives who supported us throughout the evening – Chris Rawstron, National Head of Corporate; Paul Johnson, Head of Corporate Leeds; and Andrea Cropley, Head of Corporate Sheffield.

Irwin Mitchell is a national law firm with active involvement in the private equity and venture capital market working with both investors and management teams across the investment cycle. Their corporate offering is going from strength to strength and the firm is keen to build relationships with management teams of ambitious, growing businesses. Our event was a good fit for the firm, and we were delighted to have them on board as our partner.

Digital Event, Wednesday 22nd April: Over 60 guests gathered in the Balcony Room, Shakespeare’s House, to mingle with a high level guest list of key investment professionals from the Private Equity world and “some of the best executive and non-executive talent in the sector.

Set against a stunning backdrop of the Thames, St Paul’s Catherdral and the City, guests networked throughout the evening, sharing experiences, challenges and insight over wine and delicious canapes. James Searby, Directorbank’s Head of TMT, briefly interjected proceedings to deliver a light-hearted welcome address including an update on Digital activity peppered with some good old Shakespearean puns.

Our thanks go to Orrick, our event sponsor, and their representatives who joined us for the evening – Shawn Atkinson, Athony Riley and Jinal Shah. Orrick are a leading global law firm with a particular focus on the technology sector. Their leading lawyers work with PE investors and management teams providing comprehensive legal assistance across the investment life cycle. For more information visit www.orrick.com

“Well done to you all for organising a professional and energised event. A focused and interesting mix of attendees which made for good informed networking.”