YFM Equity Partners announced Jamie Roberts has been appointed as Managing Partner, with Eamon Nolan taking on a role as Head of Investor Relations & Fundraising.
This transition reflects YFM’s commitment to continuity and strategic consistency as we continue to support ambitious UK businesses and deliver long-term value for our investors.
Roberts has been an integral part of YFM’s leadership team for over a decade. And during this time, he has helped shape the firm’s investment strategy, expand its national footprint, and grow the team — with headcount increasing from 39 to 64 over the last five years. His appointment represents a natural step forward for the firm and reinforces the strong leadership foundations already in place.
In the new role as Managing Partner, Roberts will focus on delivering YFM’s long-term growth ambitions, deepening the firm’s regional presence and continuing to broaden its sector reach.
Following a successful tenure as Managing Partner, Eamon Nolan will continue to play a pivotal leadership role at YFM as Head of Investor Relations & Fundraising. In this capacity, he will focus on deepening relationships with existing and prospective investors — building on the firm’s strong track record of alignment, transparency and long-term partnership.
Eamon has a wealth of experience and insight to this role, and his continued leadership underscores the importance YFM places on maintaining and strengthening connections with its investor base.
In the first half of 2025, the firm has continued to deliver on its mission to support UK growth businesses through new investments and successful fundraising activity. Highlights include:
— £75 million raised for the British Smaller Companies VCTs, completed in just 11 weeks
— £4 million investment into Vypr, a leading product intelligence platform
— Series A lead investment in StormHarvester, a company pioneering automated water management software
— £12.4 million investment into Audiological Science, a London-based hearing technology provider
These recent developments reflect YFM’s ongoing focus on finding and supporting high-potential businesses, while delivering value for investors through disciplined deployment and active portfolio support.
KEY QUOTES:
“I’m honored to take on the role of Managing Partner at such an exciting time for YFM. We have a clear mission: to support ambitious UK small businesses and deliver long-term value for our investors, whilst being a great place for our team to grow their careers. With Eamon continuing to lead our investor relations and fundraising, we remain as aligned and focused as ever on our growth ambitions.”
Jamie Roberts
“As we continue to grow and engage more deeply with our investor base. I’m excited to focus my energies on building and strengthening those relationships. Jamie’s appointment as Managing Partner is a natural next step for YFM and reflects the strength of leadership we have developed across the firm.”
Eamon Nolan
