Cambridge Capital Group

Cambridge Capital Group is a prominent business angel network that facilitates private angel investment in early-stage technology startups across the UK's Golden Triangle, encompassing Cambridge, London, and Oxford. The firm connects private investors, family offices, and venture funds with innovative ventures, focusing on seed, start-up, and early growth opportunities. They typically seek equity financing rounds ranging from £150,000 to £2 million, primarily investing in technology-driven businesses.

Founded in 2000, Cambridge Capital Group was established as the first formal network of angel investors in Cambridge. Over its 25-year history, the group has grown to include over 80 business angels, high net worth families, venture seed funds, and corporate venturers. The firm's objective is to support innovative early-stage technology ventures emerging from the region's top innovation centers, leveraging the deep expertise within its diverse membership.

Cambridge Capital Group has a strong track record, having invested over £50 million in more than 100 high-tech startups. Notable exits include Featurespace, acquired by Visa in a $1 billion transaction, and Swiftkey, which was sold to Microsoft for $250 million. Other successful exits include IQGeo (formerly Ubisense, acquired by KKR), biotech firm Arecor (listed on AIM), appointments scheduling software 10to8 (sold in a Private Equity deal), and Arachnys (acquired by AML RightSource). The firm's portfolio spans various technology segments, demonstrating its commitment to fostering innovation.

The team at Cambridge Capital Group, including Directors Struan McDougall and Jayne Parker, comprises experienced professionals and a broad network of members. These members bring strong commercial experience in technology entrepreneurship, with backgrounds in healthcare, engineering, and private equity. The network's diversity and collective expertise enable thorough due diligence and collaborative investment decisions, providing significant value to portfolio companies and co-investors. The firm also works closely with universities, incubators, and other angel networks to source sophisticated opportunities.