How many investments has Synova made?

Synova has 13 tracked investments, including 1 dated in the last 24 months.

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.

Synova

Private equity

London · Series B–Growth · 38 people tracked

Also known as SYNOVA LLP · Synova Capital Llp

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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.

Invests inData & Infrastructure Enterprise Software Fintech SaaS Europe London North America United Kingdom

Source: firm website, verified Sep 26, 2026.

Stage

Series B–Growth

London, GB

Instruments

Equity

Founded

2007

Last 12 months

1 investment

Private fund assets

$1.9B

Tracked investments

Team · 38 people

from the firm's website & public directories

David Menton· Managing Partner· United Kingdomin

Co-founded Synova in 2007 and leads the Financial Services and FinTech team. Serves as a Non-Executive Director at DM Financial, 3173 and JMG Group.

Philip Shapiro· Managing Partner· Greater London, England, United Kingdomin

Co-founded Synova in 2007, previously at Phoenix Equity Partners, UBS and Dresdner Kleinwort Benson. Chairs Synova's Investment Committee and leads the Software & Data sector.

Ben Snow· Partner· London, England, United Kingdomin

Responsible for Synova's Portfolio and Value Creation teams and a member of its Risk & Compliance and Responsible Investing committees. Joined in 2020 with over 20 years' mid-market investing experience.

Oli Bevan· Partner· London, England, United Kingdomin

Joined as Partner in 2023 with nearly 20 years' experience in UK mid-market investing. Previously a Partner at Dunedin and led Waterland's UK business; co-leads the Tech Enabled Services sector.

Sunil Jain· Partner· London, England, United Kingdomin

Joined in 2019 with over 20 years' experience across Financial Services, FinTech and Tech Enabled Services, having served on 15 investee boards. Holds an MEng from Cambridge and studied at MIT.

Thomas Usher· Partner· Greater London, England, United Kingdomin

Partner focusing on software and data investments and international expansion into the US. Joined in 2017, previously an investor at Summit Partners and Volition Capital.

Zachary Tsai· Partner· London, England, United Kingdomin

Joined in 2013 and co-leads the Software & Data team, sitting on the Investment Committee. A Chartered Accountant with a Masters in Software Engineering; previously at Alantra and PwC.

Alex Bowden· Partner· London, England, United Kingdomin

Joined in 2011 with over 17 years' experience investing in UK mid-market companies, previously at LDC and 3i. Oversees Synova's Tech Enabled Services strategy.

Daniel Silverton-Parker· CFO & Partner

CFO and Managing Partner responsible for the firm's operations. Previously at Zouk Capital, Samena Capital and Man Group; qualified as a Chartered Accountant at Ernst and Young.

Adam Page· Investment Director· London, England, United Kingdomin

Joined as an Investment Manager from GP Bullhound, advising on M&A and fundraising in software and tech-enabled services. A Chartered Accountant and University of Exeter graduate.

Aidan Thompson· Investment Manager· United Kingdomin

Joined in 2025, previously a Vice President at Leonis Partners advising on mid-market M&A across tech-enabled services and software. Began his career at J.P. Morgan.

Charlie Mundy· Investment Manager· London Area, United Kingdomin

Joined in 2023 as an Origination & Research Executive in the Software and Data team, previously a strategy consultant at Armstrong and Analysys Mason. MA in Economics from St Andrews.

Fatih Karaagac· Investment Manager· London, England, United Kingdomin

Joined in 2024 as an Investment Executive after four years at Jefferies in M&A advisory. Holds an MSc from Rotterdam School of Management and a BSc from the University of Hannover.

Harry Fitzpatrick· Investment Manager· London, England, United Kingdomin

Joined in 2021, focusing on new investments and portfolio support in Tech-Enabled Services with property services expertise. Started as a Global Markets Analyst at Goldman Sachs; MChem from Oxford.

Jonathan Lavers· Investment Director· United Kingdomin

Leads Synova's origination function, sourcing opportunities and overseeing thematic research with a focus on Software & Data and Tech Enabled Services. Previously at Korn Ferry and Skillcapital.

Mike Mullally· Investment Director· London, England, United Kingdomin

Joined as an Investment Manager from Alantra, where he focused on mid-market M&A. A Chartered Accountant with an MEng from Loughborough University.

Tom Meacher· Investment Director

Joined in 2023 with 15 years of investment and operational experience. Co-founded a FinTech in London and previously worked at Bain Capital and Goldman Sachs.

Abhay Lamba· Portfolio Insights Managerin

Joined in 2026 to use data and analytics to enhance portfolio performance. Previously at Permira and New Zealand Green Investment Finance; a Chartered Accountant with degrees from the University of Auckland.

Alex Lazare· Director· London Area, United Kingdomin

Joined in 2026 to partner with portfolio companies on value creation plans. Previously Group Transformation Director at The Citation Group and at Montagu Private Equity.

Amarvir Bhullar· Assistant Director· London, England, United Kingdomin

Joined in 2025 after over six years at Montagu Private Equity and earlier work at Bain & Company. A CFA Charterholder with degrees from UCL and the University of Oxford.

Angus Abbott· Portfolio Director· London, England, United Kingdomin

Joined Synova having been Head of Corporate Development & M&A for a PE-backed payments business, with prior roles at Barclays, Rothschild & Co and Gleacher Shacklock. Holds an MEng from Durham University.

Anuj Neermul· Fund Accountant

Joined in January 2025 as a Fund Accountant after three years at IQEQ managing PE funds. A Chartered Accountant with over ten years' experience; finance graduate from Brunel University.

Aziz Khan· Fund Accountant

Joined in March 2026 as a Fund Accountant, previously managing real estate funds at Langham Hall. A qualified Chartered Management Accountant with over ten years' experience.

Charlotte Bell-Irving· Executive Assistant· London, England, United Kingdomin

Joined in November 2021 to support the Managing Partners, having previously spent four years at Savills. French graduate from the University of Edinburgh.

Chris Snow· Assistant Director· London, England, United Kingdomin

Partners with management teams to scale Technology and Tech-Enabled Services platforms, serving on several boards. Previously at Torch Partners, EY and Horizon Capital; a Chartered Accountant.

Ellie Vaughan· Executive Assistant· London, England, United Kingdomin

Joined in February 2024 as a Team Assistant supporting the Value Creation and wider teams, previously a Personal Assistant at the University of Warwick.

Erato Kallitsa· Talent Manager· Greater London, England, United Kingdomin

Joined in 2024 as Talent Researcher supporting portfolio companies' talent agendas. Previously at Blackwood Group; law graduate from the University of Bristol.

Jihea Kim· Assistant Director· London Area, United Kingdomin

Joined in 2024 to drive sustainability-led value creation as part of Synova's responsible investing strategy. Previously at Bridgepoint's ESG team and PwC; graduate of LSE and Warwick Business School.

Johnny Battle· M&A Executive· London, England, United Kingdomin

Joined in 2024 from EY's private equity Financial Due Diligence team, where he qualified as a Chartered Accountant. Economics graduate from the University of Bristol.

Jonas Samlin· Managing Director

Joined in 2025 as a Managing Director in the Financial Services team with over 15 years partnering with European FinTech and Financial Services companies. Previously at Astorg, Hg and Silver Lake Partners.

Katia Mendonca· Assistant Director· London, England, United Kingdomin

Joined in 2021, previously an Investment Executive at Mobeus Equity Partners focused on growth-stage technology, having started at fintech Cleo AI. History graduate from UCL.

Laura Atterwill· Managing Director· United Kingdomin

Joined in 2024 to lead talent agendas for portfolio companies including executive hiring and organisational design. Previously at Fidelity and Spencer Stuart, and an accredited executive coach.

Lottie Lunn· Front of House & Events

Joined in May 2025 as Front of House & Events Coordinator with a background in recruitment and events management. Studied English Literature at the University of East Anglia.

Majid Tufail· Finance Director· London, England, United Kingdomin

Joined in 2014 from IQ-EQ, where he managed a portfolio of private equity funds. A Chartered Accountant with over 22 years' experience in financial reporting and fund accounting.

Max Lawson· Capital Markets Director· United Kingdomin

Joined in 2026 as a Director in the Capital Markets team, bringing over 15 years in financing. Previously at Partners Group and Montagu Private Equity; a Chartered Accountant.

Molly Timmis· Team Assistant

Joined in October 2024 as a Team Assistant, previously in Major Donor fundraising at Shelter. History graduate from the University of Sussex.

Daniel Parker· Executive Officer

Timothy Ashlin· Executive Officer

What they invest in

from 12 of 13 portfolio companies

Enterprise Software ×8SaaS ×6AI & Machine Learning ×3Cloud Computing ×3Cybersecurity ×3Fintech ×3PropTech ×3EdTech ×2

HQs:United Kingdom×5Ireland×2Germany×1

Investments · 13 tracked

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By year:2025 · 1 2024 · 1 2023 · 24 dated

Dmfinancialdmfinancial.com in✓ verified

DM 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

Kinexiokinexio.io in✓ verified

Kinexio is an enterprise platform for commercial real estate property management that connects properties, people, and data to improve operational efficiency across portfolios.

Enterprise SoftwarePropTechSaaS

Avendisavendis.com in

Avendis provides IT foundation services including governance, processes, service management, and compliance standards to establish reliable, scalable, and auditable IT operations for organizations.

Cloud ComputingCybersecurityDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareSaaS

Expanamarketsexpanamarkets.com in 𝕏

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)in Rhianna James-Moore(Chief Marketing Officer)in

Jmg Group.Cojmg-group.co.uk in 𝕏

JMG Group is a UK insurance broker operating a portfolio of group businesses that serve commercial and personal lines clients.

FintechInsurTech

Nick Houghton in

Klearcomklearcom.com in 𝕏Nov 2025

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 DBIC Ventures Enterprise Ireland

Learnlightlearnlight.com in 𝕏Mar 2023

Learnlight provides AI-powered language, intercultural, and interpersonal skills training for organizations seeking to improve employee communication and productivity.

AI & Machine LearningEdTechHR Tech

Mecsiamecsia.comAug 2023

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

Co-investorsRockpool Investments

Nationaleducationgroupnationaleducationgroup.com in

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 Protectorbisprotect.com in 𝕏

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 Ardian

Synectics Solutionssynectics-solutions.com inApr 2024

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)in Natalie Simpson(Head of People Success)in

Unity5unity5.com in

Unity5 provides cloud-based solutions with a commitment to accessibility and inclusivity across its products and website.

AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingEnterprise SoftwareGovTechSaaS

Dave Herbert

Other

Tracked investments with no reachable website or further public details — typically companies that wound down, renamed, or were absorbed.

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Principals & officers · per Companies House

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David Jeremy Menton

LLP designated member · since 2007

Philip Simon Shapiro

LLP designated member · since 2007

Daniel Benjamin Silverton-Parker

LLP designated member · since 2014

Laura Emily Atterwill

LLP member · since 2026

Oliver James Bevan

LLP member · since 2024

Alexander Charles Spencer Bowden

LLP member · since 2012

Benjamin George Snow

LLP member · since 2025

Zachary David Tsai

LLP member · since 2020

Thomas James Usher

LLP member · since 2026

AS NOMINEE AND BARE TRUSTEE FOR SYNOVA HOLDINGS III LP Synova Holdings Iii Nominee Limited

Corporate LLP member · since 2023

Ownership & control

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, including 1 dated in the last 24 months.
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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