Maven adds Davis as investment manager

Paul Davis

Maven Capital Partners has appointed Paul Davis as investment manager to lead on deal origination and execution, with a focus on deals and opportunities for MEIF II Debt Finance East and South East Midlands, part of the Midlands Engine Investment Fund II, provided by the British Business Bank.

Davis has over 17 years’ experience within the business and commercial banking sector.

Prior to joining Maven, he worked for several major high street banks and alternative lenders including Barclays, Allica Bank, Metro Bank and The Co-operative Bank.

Maven was earlier this year was appointed as Fund Manager for the initial £46m debt fund for the East and South East Midlands, part of the overall £400m Midlands Engine Investment Fund II.

MEIF II Maven Debt Finance has already announced a number of new deals into local businesses including Advance Tapes, a Leicester-based manufacturer of specialist adhesive tapes, and Nottinghamshire specialist logistics and trackway installation provider DUKE Distribution.

Jonathan Lowe, partner for regional debt funds at Maven, said: “We’re delighted to welcome Paul to our expanding team. The response to MEIF II has been fantastic and we are exceptionally busy so Paul’s appointment will help in continuing Maven’s success in identifying and supporting high-potential businesses across the East and South East Midlands. We have always recognised the importance of having a genuine local presence with a team of passionate, experienced professionals on the ground to help support our SME community.”

Davis said: “I am proud to join and be part of the MEIF II team, as it’s really rewarding to support SMEs operating in the same area I live. I’ve grown up seeing local businesses thrive and create new employment opportunities and I get great enjoyment in knowing I’ve had a small part to play in growing the South East Midlands economy.”

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