Status
ACTIVE
Global HQ
Henley-in-Arden, United Kingdom
Countries of investment
- United Kingdom
Investment stages
- Pre-Seed
- Seed
- Series A
- Series B
Industries
- MedTech
- Digital Health
About
Mercia Fund Managers specializes in identifying investment opportunities in regional UK tech and life-science startups that are outside of the traditional London-Cambridge-Oxford “Golden Triangle.” Mercia provides staged follow-on investments to support these companies as they transition from early-stage growth to scale-up phases. The firm combines financial backing with access to a broad talent network and expert guidance, enabling their portfolio companies to expand their operations, reach new markets, and become global leaders in their sectors.
Mercia Fund Managers specializes in identifying investment opportunities in regional UK tech and life-science startups that are outside of the traditional London-Cambridge-Oxford “Golden Triangle.” Mercia provides staged follow-on investments to support these companies as they transition from early-stage growth to scale-up phases. The firm combines financial backing with access to a broad talent network and expert guidance, enabling their portfolio companies to expand their operations, reach new markets, and become global leaders in their sectors.
Investment Thesis
Mercia’s thesis centers on investing in regional innovation beyond the UK’s Golden Triangle, supporting high-potential tech and life-science companies in underserved geographies. Its strategy is to make early investments through managed funds, provide staged follow-ons as companies achieve milestones, and generate strong regional economic impact while pursuing commercial returns. The firm emphasizes partnership, mentorship, and portfolio diversification across technology-enabled industries.
Manager's Experience
Led by seasoned venture capital professionals with deep expertise in tech and healthcare, investing across early and growth stages.
Team
Adam Lovell – Investment Manager
Alison Dwyer – Investment Manager
Andy Clough – Investment Manager
Andy Green – Investment Director.
Portfolio
Medovate
Wobble Genomics
Allinea Software
Molecular Solar