Synova
Private equityLondon · Series B–Growth · 6 people tracked
Also known as SYNOVA LLP · Synova Capital Llp
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2 people in our graph share verified history with the Synova team — schools, employers, funds. One of them is your warm intro.
Investment thesis
Synova backs bold innovators and growth-stage companies, focusing on building strong relationships with founders and management teams. Operating a pan-European investment platform, the firm concentrates on three interconnected sectors where it has deep investment and operational expertise. It adds value through several levers: optimising sales, harnessing data and AI, digital transformation, developing talent, expanding reach, and international growth. Synova adapts its proven model to the individual needs of each portfolio company, aiming to help businesses hit ambitious targets and create lasting value.
Source: firm website, verified Sep 1, 2026.
Team · 6 people
from public directoriesWhat they invest in
from 12 of 13 portfolio companiesEnterprise Software ×8SaaS ×6AI & Machine Learning ×3Cloud Computing ×3Cybersecurity ×3Fintech ×3PropTech ×3EdTech ×2
HQs:United Kingdom×5Ireland×2Germany×1
Investments · 13 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathDM Financial provides company and fund formation services, including incorporation, regulatory filings, and governance setup for companies, funds, and SPVs across multiple jurisdictions.
Enterprise SoftwareFintechLegalTechIreland, IE
Ian Doran(CEO)inJerry Dee(Managing Director, Cayman Islands)in
Commodity price forecasting and analytics platform.
Expana is a global price reporting agency that provides commodity pricing data, forecasts, and market intelligence across the food supply chain.
AgTechB2B MarketplacesData & InfrastructureFoodTechSaaS
Julie Harris(CEO)inMark Ashworth(CFO & COO)inLuana Clapis(Chief Data Officer)inMarcel Goldenberg(Chief Market Reporting Officer – Food, Feed & Industrial)inJoe Muldowney(Chief Market Reporting Officer – Protein)inRhianna James-Moore(Chief Marketing Officer)in
JMG Group is a UK insurance broker operating a portfolio of group businesses that serve commercial and personal lines clients.
FintechInsurTech
Nick Houghtonin
Klearcom provides a voice experience management platform that enables enterprises to test and monitor their telecom infrastructure and customer interactions across 100+ countries using local phone numbers and IVR systems.
Cloud ComputingEnterprise SoftwareSaaSWaterford, IE
Co-investorsFurthr VC
Learnlight provides AI-powered language, intercultural, and interpersonal skills training for organizations seeking to improve employee communication and productivity.
AI & Machine LearningEdTechHR Tech
Mecsia is a UK-wide operator of building maintenance and technical services companies, providing mechanical and electrical maintenance, fire and security systems, drainage solutions, and building energy management to commercial, healthcare, education, and industrial clients.
CleantechConstruction TechEnergyEnterprise SoftwareImpact & Social GoodPropTechUK, GB
National Education Group supplies digital content and software solutions to over 44,000 education establishments globally, including schools, academies, nurseries and international schools.
EdTechSaaS
Neil Gamewell(Founder & CEO)inJames Southworth(Founder & Chief Product Officer)Joseph Stoney(Founder & Chief Sales Officer)in
Orbis Protect is a security services company providing vacant property solutions, site security, and people protection services across the UK and Europe.
CybersecurityEnterprise SoftwarePropTechUxbridge, GB
Ben Howard(Chief Executive Officer)James Gay(Chief Commercial Officer)inShaun Wilcock(Chief Technology Officer)Alf Davis(Chief Financial Officer)inAnna Kingan(Chief Operating Officer)in
Co-investorsNorthEdge
Synectics Solutions provides fraud detection and risk intelligence services to financial services and government organizations across the UK.
AI & Machine LearningCybersecurityEnterprise SoftwareFintech
Matt Wreford(CEO)inNatalie Simpson(Head of People Success)in
Principals & officers · per Companies House
what is this? ⓘLLP designated member · since 2007
LLP designated member · since 2007
LLP designated member · since 2014
LLP member · since 2026
LLP member · since 2024
LLP member · since 2012
LLP member · since 2023
LLP member · since 2025
LLP member · since 2020
LLP member · since 2026
+1 more officers on the register
Synova Holdings Iii Nominee Limited — right to share surplus assets 75 to 100 percent limited liability partnership
Daniel Benjamin Silverton-Parker — significant influence or control limited liability partnership
David Jeremy Menton — 25–50% of voting rights, right to appoint and remove members limited liability partnership
Philip Simon Shapiro — 25–50% of voting rights, right to appoint and remove members limited liability partnership
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has Synova made?
- Synova has 13 tracked investments.
- What stage does Synova invest at?
- Synova invests at the Series B, Series C, Growth stages.
- What sectors does Synova focus on?
- Synova focuses on Data & Infrastructure, Enterprise Software, Fintech, SaaS.
- Where is Synova located?
- Synova is headquartered in London, GB.
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