"We are delighted the float has gone so well and we have achieved our funding requirements, giving us the financial platform to fund our aggressive growth and development objectives.

The help from YFM Group in initially backing our MBO was invaluable in helping us get to where we are today."

John Hayward, MD of Pressure Technologies

"This is an exciting time for the Company and we have ambitious growth and development plans.

The backing from the YFM Group though Chandos and the BSC VCT have been instrumental in helping us achieve our objectives."

John Curwen, Managing Director Harvey Jones

"The funding from the YFM Group has come at an exciting time for the company.

This investment enables us to aggressively promote Mirimon to the global market and to make further enhancements to the product.

The advice we received from ICON Corporate Finance was invaluable in identifying YFM Group as the right investment partner for Mirifice."

Paul Tinkler, Chief Executive of Mirifice

"This is a very exciting development for Harris Hill. It is a very strong business and brand and is well placed to deliver the ambitious growth and development plans we have.

YFM Group have been supportive and straightforward throughout the buyin process and are an ideal partner for us as we look to grow."

Aled Morris, CEO of Harris Hill

"The YFM Private Equity investment team were partners throughout the process,

giving financial and expert support to achieve our goals, allowing us to expand and strengthen the business to the stage we have reached today."

Dr Shah, Executive Chairman IPCC

Our Awards

Don't just take our word for it

YFM Private Equity managed NWBIS was named Fund of the Year and winners of Technology Deal of the Year 2009

North West Business Insider Dealmakers held November 2009.

YFM Group has been shortlisted for Venture Capital House of the Year

Unquote British Private Equity Awards taking place on 5th November. British Equity Award

Small/medium size private equity firm of the year

Acquisition Finance awards in May 2009

YFM Group was named the small/medium size private equity firm of the year 2009 at the Acquisition Finance awards in May 2009.

"This is a tremendous achievement, the awards are voted for by the industry in recognition of those who have made the biggest impact over the last year. A particular thank you to all of the businesses and advisers we have worked with over the years"
David Hall, Managing Director YFM Private Equity

Best Accounts and Reports Award 2009

Association of Investment Companies (AIC)

British Smaller Companies VCT plc was presented with the award for the 'Best Shareholder Communication for the VCT Reports and Accounts' by the Association of Investment Companies (AIC) in May 2009.

This is another tremendous accolade for the company as we are again recognised by the industry for our hard work and commitment.

'The cover was fantastic on this report: judges thought it perfectly captured the nature of VCTs. This report had a clear message and a very thorough and enjoyable list and explanation of investee companies as well as a description of the value added by venture capital.'

UK Equity Gap Fund of the Year 2007

North West Business Investment Scheme

YFM Private Equity, was awarded the prestigious VCT Fund Manager of the Year by the Growth Company Investor Awards 2007. The winners were announced at a ceremony held on 24 April at the Grocers' Hall in the City.

VCT Fund Manager of the Year 2007

The Growth Company Investor Awards 2007 VCT Fund Manager
of the Year 2007 - The Growth Company Awards 2007

Commenting on the award David Hall, Managing Director YFM Private Equity, said "This award is a great accolade for YFM Private Equity as it recognises the long term performance which has provided strong, consistent returns for its investors balanced with a style of management that is designed to reduce risk within a portfolio."

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YFM Group are also the winners of the following awards:

Regional Venture Capital Fund of the Year, 2005

The Capital Fund

Regional Venture Capital Fund of the Year - The Capital Fund

Outstanding Contribution, 2005

Philip Cammerman Outstanding Contribution – Philip Cammerman

North West Insider Fund of the Year Winner 2006

North West Business Investment Scheme