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Key Capital Partners

Private equity

Leeds · Series B–Growth · 11 people tracked

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Investment thesis

Key Capital Partners backs profitable, growing UK-headquartered businesses valued between roughly £5m and £50m, providing growth capital together with hands-on operational and strategic support. Beyond funding, the firm helps portfolio companies with talent acquisition, systems and processes, governance, and access to professional and commercial networks, positioning itself as an experienced strategic partner rather than a purely financial backer. It emphasises responsible investing principles and supports business owners looking to realise value, replace disengaged shareholders, or add new skills to their teams as they move to the next stage of growth.

Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.

Stage
Series B–Growth
HQ
Leeds, GB
Instruments
Equity
Founded
2007
Tracked investments
12

Team · 11 people

from the firm's website

Investments · 12 tracked

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Aip
AiP Catering

Business services company backed via a management buy-out; investment realised.

Avantis
CellTech Communications

Business services company; current investment structured as an equity release.

CMO

Management buyout floated on London's AIM market in 2021; revenue grew 5x, returning 3.3x to investors on float.

Darts Corner
Earthstream

Business services company backed via acquisition finance; investment realised.

Fuel Learning
Gear4music
Hallam Medical
Routes Healthcare

Equity release and succession planning; £1m development capital, acquired by Palatine Private Equity in 2021.

Sparta Global

Equity release and development capital investment; £1m development capital, sold to Inflexion in 2020, delivering a 7x return.

Principals & officers · per Companies House

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Philip James Duquenoy

LLP designated member · since 2015

James William Excell

LLP designated member · since 2021

James David Hall

LLP designated member · since 2016

Matthew Andrew Tice

LLP member · since 2026

Ownership & control

James David Hall25–50% of voting rights

James William Excell25–50% of voting rights

Philip James Duquenoy25–50% of voting rights

Frequently asked questions

What stage does Key Capital Partners invest at?
Key Capital Partners invests at the Series B, Series C, Growth stages.
What sectors does Key Capital Partners focus on?
Key Capital Partners focuses on E-commerce, Media & Entertainment, Sector Agnostic.
Where is Key Capital Partners located?
Key Capital Partners is headquartered in Leeds, GB.

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