BGF reveals new Midlands investor

Investment firm BGF has added to its Midlands team, with the appointment of Adam Huckerby as investor.

Huckerby joins BGF from Foresight Group, where he spent over three years in the private equity team, investing in Midlands-based SMEs across a variety of sectors. Prior to this, he spent six years in PwC’s restructuring team in the Midlands.

Seb Saywood, investor in the Midlands, said: “We’re delighted to welcome someone of Adam’s calibre to BGF. Our investor team plays a vital role in identifying exciting and entrepreneurial businesses, ripe for growth. Adam is an excellent addition to our team – someone who understands the nuances of the Midlands market and our desire to support forward-thinking companies that are eager to scale up with the support of a minority investor firmly focused on taking a patient and long-term outlook to growth.”

Huckerby said: “BGF’s approach to providing minority, flexible investments can be instrumental in helping management teams fulfil their exciting growth plans. I am delighted to be supporting the diverse, ambitious businesses we are privileged to have in our local region.”