CLARK GROUP - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Accountant
- Financial Controller
Alex is a commercially focused accountant who has worked in finance for over 10 years, becoming CIMA qualified in 2016. Prior to joining Clark Group, Alex worked in a number of companies of different sizes, gaining experience in manufacturing, construction, wholesale and retail. Alex prides himself on being strong with numbers but is also conscientious, hardworking and optimistic, which has assisted him to develop strong working relationships and add value within Clark Group's investments.
Job Titles:
- Associate
- Head of Human Resources
Amey is Associate CIPD qualified, working towards the Level 7 CIPD Chartered Member (MCIPD) status. She has specialist knowledge in HR services, including: business restructures, training, recruitment, business law/compliance, strategic planning, wellbeing and more. Other support services include contract and handbook review and creation (policies and procedures), contract changes, redundancies, benefits analysis, engagement, HR budget review, employee dispute resolution (grievances, disciplinaries and performance management) as well as appraisals.
Chris Reynolds MBA is a highly technical and commercially skilled executive, business leader and investor with a wealth of practical and strategic experience. He is a detailed numerical thinker who specialises in leading and advising ambitious and challenging businesses.
Chris promotes the use of adaptable lean principles, often incorporating technology, whilst recognising the significant value in employee coaching and development to realise tangible benefits and gains. He originates from a rare breed of IT specialist who has transformed into a high calibre operational and strategic business leader capable of interpreting, understanding and directing businesses at a micro and macro level.
Ed is a logical and structured strategic thinker who can quickly understand data and use it to focus a business on its true growth drivers. Ed began his finance career at Smith & Williamson where he qualified as an accountant. He moved to the Financial Planning and Analysis team at Farrow & Ball and during this time saw the company revenue double. After the sale of Farrow & Ball to a secondary private equity house, Ares Capital, Ed joined Clark Group in 2016 to support with the sale of Parvalux Electric Motors. Ed is passionate about working with entrepreneurial founders and executive teams to accelerate growth and understand the resources and structure required to overcome the challenges that can limit growth.
Job Titles:
- Property Management Accountant
Jamie Ford MAAT ACCA is a fully qualified management accountant specialising in property accountancy. He works closely with our property team to provide exemplary financial advice, governance and support as we expand and grow the property investment sector of our business in residential and commercial property.
With over 7 years in industry supporting businesses in numerous sectors, Jamie is best placed to advise and support our team with his specialist knowledge in his field.
Natasha has experience in product and service-led businesses and provides varied support to brands within our portfolio, including strategy, brand development and finance. Natasha spent time at Bremont Watch Company leading and managing the introduction of the brand's luxury accessory collection and has also hugely supported our hospitality businesses with the introduction of their EPoS systems.
A first-class BA Business and Management graduate from Henley Business School, Natasha continues to advance her education and improve fundamental skills for good management through globally recognised courses such as CIMA and PRINCE2 project management.
Ross is an ardent growth marketer with knowledge across an eclectic mix of channels. His core skills lie in web, digital and performance marketing. With over 8 years in e-commerce, B2B and high-end retail industries, he is well-placed to assist our investments. Ross is an extremely dedicated individual who ensures our investments benefit from the latest technologies and initiatives from the industry. He strives for our investments to have a greater understanding of digital and traditional strategies from planning to implementation.
Job Titles:
- Chief Executive Officer
- Founder
Steve is a creative and dynamic entrepreneur with a natural ability for detecting potential investment opportunities. Steve's journey in private equity began with a long-term investment in Links of London and he has since worked 25-years across multiple industries.
These industries include but are not limited to manufacturing, retail, e-commerce as well as private and commercial real estate. He has a passion for developing outstanding brands through businesses driven by skilled entrepreneurs and is committed to long-term brand support that creates significant value for both shareholders and stakeholders alike. Steve holds board positions at many of Clark Group's investments and is currently chairman at Bremont Watch Company.
Steve has held senior finance and commercial positions in various businesses, with particular focus on the retail, property and hospitality/leisure sectors. He has been with Clark Group for 13 years, leading their finance team as the group has grown into a broader based family investment fund. Steve and his team cover all aspects of the investment journey from appraisal, due diligence and legal matters, monitoring procedures, financial and commercial advice throughout to exit strategies.