About us
We are building the essential tool for learning about high-growth companies.
We’re on a mission to become the leading source of information on ambitious British companies.
We believe that when we succeed, our data will help other companies succeed.
Our investors and advisors. Helping us to become
the home of information on ambitious companies.
Charles songhurst
Charles was previously Head of Corporate Strategy at Microsoft and focused on partnering and M&A. He now invests in a wide range of startups, runs his own VC fund and is an LP in Peter Thiel’s Founders’ Fund in San Francisco, acting as a bridge between the London tech scene and Silicon Valley. He is particularly focused on AI investments but also has stakes in biotech, cyber and quantum companies.
berggruen holdings
Berggruen Holdings, under the directorship of Mr. Nicolas Berggruen, is an investor in a wide range of private operating companies. It also invests in venture startups, real estate, private funds, and other assets. Mr. Berggruen is also the founder of the Berggruen Institute, a non-profit enterprise in Los Angeles.
Meet the team. We’re a friendly bunch!
Toby Austin
CEO
Stephen Bence
Chairman
Henry Whorwood
Head of Research & Consultancy
Zoë Carmichael
Head of Account Management
Pravish Patel
Head of Sales
John Davis
Head of Marketing
Pedro Madeira
Head of Data
Jo Saxby
Head of Operations
Adam West
Data Curator
Agne Mizaraite
Office Manager
Ange Mizaraite
Agne is part of the Operations Team, making sure that the offiice is fully stocked up with delicious goodies and runs like clock-work. Outside of the office, she's a sushi-obsessed pug lover.
Alex Henman
Development Manager
Alice Manterfield
Data Curator
Amrish Parmar
Developer
Andrew Müller
Associate
Allie Weaving
Allie is part of our Account Management team, offering complimentary training sessions to ensure subscribers are able to use the platform to its full potential. She recently graduated from Cambridge with a degree in Natural Sciences.
Alex Henman
Alex is our Development Manager, overseeing work on internal tooling as well as leading on Dev Ops. He has a BSc in Mathematics from the University of Warwick.
Angus Hopes
Data Analyst
Angus Hopes
Angus is part of the Origination team within Research, which sources new companies and deals to be added to the platform. He holds a BA in Politics from the University of Warwick.
Anthony Hobday
UI/UX Designer
Ava Scott
Research & Consultancy Associate
Anthony Hobday
Anthony is a designer who seeks to understand our clients' needs and make sure that Beauhurst meets them.
Ben Allen
Data Quality Analyst
Ben allen
Ben is a member of the Research team where he maintains and expands the profiles on the Beauhurst platform. He has a Masters in Ecology from the University of Southampton.
Ben McLeod
Senior Associate
BEN MCLeod
While in the office, Ben mentors colleagues and supports strategic decisions in the Business Development team. Out of the office he builds long term relationships with people at VCs, the government and blue chip corporates among others.
Ben Stockermans
Developer
Chandler Millard
Associate
BEN Stockermans
Ben is a developer working on various internal tools at Beauhurst, including machine learning tools and data pipelines.
Chynna brenham
Data Quality Team Leader
Chynna Brenham
As part of the Data Quality team, Chynna makes sure Beauhurst's data are of the highest quality; writing checks to flag up any issues and correcting them. She recently graduated from the University of York with a Masters in Cognitive Neuroscience and Neuroimaging.
Daniel Bardaji
Front End Developer
Daniel Bardaji
Daniel is a Front End Developer working on all Beauhurst's interfaces, including our website, platform and internal tools. He works to achieve a consistent visual environment and to simplify interfaces for our end users.
Daniel Osei
Data Intern
daniel osei
Daniel is interning with the Marketing team. He holds a BA honours degree in Law and Business studies from the University of Warwick.
David Pullinger
Data Analyst
David Pullinger
David is part of the Research team, where he creates deep data company profiles as well as maintaining and expanding our coverage of funders. He recently graduated from the University of Southampton with a BA in History.
Ella Halmari
Communication Design Manager
Ella Halmari
Ella leads on Beauhurst’s brand development and creative execution. She creates all of Beauhurst’s internal and external marketing collateral.
Ella Sharman
Ella takes care of Beauhurst's digital presence, from advertising to our blog – alongside lending a hand with PR around report releases. She has a degree in Philosophy & Theology from the University of Oxford.
Ellie Duffield
Account Manager
Ellie duffield
Ellie is an Account Manager offering bespoke guidance to subscribers on their uses of Beauhurst, along with communicating user feedback. She graduated from University College London with a BA in Linguistics.
Hannah Skingle
Marketing Associate
Elliott Omosheye
Developer
Georgia Brown
Account Manager
Eliott Omosheye
Elliott is part of the Development team working on the Beauhurst platform. He has a MEng in Computer Science from University College London
Ester Simões
Ester is part of the Data Quality team and ensures content in Beauhurst is accurate and up-to-date. She develops tools to flag up data inconsistencies and makes changes. She has a Master's in Theoretical Physics and is an avid videogames enthusiast.
Harry Towler
Harry helps to build Beauhurst's client base. He graduated from Bath University with a degree in Molecular and Cellular Biology.
Henry Whorwood
Henry leads on our consultancy work, delivering research projects and reports for clients including the British Business Bank, Innovate UK, EY and Syndicate Room. He is also an in-demand speaker on investment and high-growth companies.
JAKE FORD
Jake is part of the consulancy team, generating analysis and insights that answer the critical questions of clients. He holds a BA in Philosophy from the University of Bristol.
James Tribe
Origination Team Leader
James Tribe
James leads our Origination team, which sources new companies and deals to be added to the platform. He also conducts outreach to ensure Beauhurst’s data is up to date and precise.
Jamie Schofield
Associate
Jamie Schofield
Jamie works on expanding Beauhurst's customer base, working with clients in a broad spectum of diciplines. He holds 2 masters degrees in the petroleum sciences.
Jamie White
Data Operations Manager
Jamie White
Jamie leads the Research Operations team. He takes care of hiring and resourcing, managing data projects, and increasing efficiency in the research team.
Jim Saggers
Associate
Jim Saggers
Jim assists Beauhurst in acquiring new customers, expanding and diversifying our clientele. He graduated from Nottingham University with a masters in Engineering..
Jo Hawkins
Account Manager
Jo Hawkins
Jo helps our subscribers to get the most out of Beauhurst as part of the Account Management team. She recently graduated with a Master's in Women's Studies from the University of Oxford.
Jo Saxby
Jo oversees Beauhurst’s operations, working closely with our CEO, Toby. He leads on cross-departmental projects and cultural development. He previously ran Mankind.co.uk at The Hut Group.
Kieran Redpath
Associate
Jonathan Ross
Jonathan heads up Marketing at Beauhurst. He previously led marketing campaigns for the PR firm Portland, as well as for an artist management agency.
Kelsey Mills
Kelsey is a developer working on new product features for the Beauhurst platform and internal tooling. She has a Master's degree in Chemistry from Imperial College London.
Kevin Marsh
Senior Developer
Kevin Marsh
Kevin leads a team of developers working on the Beauhurst platform. He also plays a key role in new product development, creating internal tools and maintenance.
Louis Lancksweert
Louis is part of the Research Operations team, which takes care of hiring and resourcing, managing data projects, and increasing efficiency in the Research team.
Marie Findlay
Marie looks after all things people-related at Beauhurst; helping us hire great people and get the best from them. She has previously worked in HR at Hinkley Point C nuclear power station.
Matt Shepherd
Data Analyst
Matt Shepherd
Matt is a member of the origination team, which identifies new companies and deals. He has a BA in History from the University of York.
Nina Coldham
Senior Projects Associate
Nina coldham
Nina is part of the Operations team, working across departments on various projects, from product improvements to internal ops. She holds a BSc in Economics from Warwick.
Pedro Madeira
Pedro oversees our Research, data collection and analysis team. He is an in-demand commentator on the high-growth landscape and business funding.
Said Ali
Developer
Pravish patel
Pravish leads Beauhurst’s Business Development team, working closely with professionals across all sectors to help them understand Beauhurst and our data.
Sam Brealey
Developer
Sam Jennings
Associate
Sanjiv Pandya
Associate
Sarunas Saulis
Development Manager
Sam Brealey
Sam is a developer at Beauhurst. His work is focused on internal and machine learning tools, including our natural language engine. He has a master's degree in Mathematics from the University of Cambridge.
Simone Dauti
Developer
Simone Dauti
Simone leads our Data Quality team, making sure all our data are of the highest quality. She develops checks to identify any issues with our data and ensures they are corrected.
Thomas Sheils
Thomas is part of the Creation team, analysing company events and transactions to create ‘deep data’ profiles. He studied Biology at the University of Bristol.
Toby Austin
Toby puts the "Au" in Beauhurst, co-founding the company with Stephen Bence in 2010. He studied Computer Science at the University of Cambridge.
Valerio Campanella
Valerio is our Product Manager. When he’s not writing code, he coordinates and prioritises the development of new product features and acts as the link between our users and the development team. He has a Master’s in History from UCL.
Zahra Mawji
Creation Team Leader
Zahra Mawji
Zahra overseas our Creation team, ensuring our coverage of high growth companies and their deals is kept up to date. She has a BA in philosopy from the University of Warwick.
Zoë Carmichael
Zoë head up our Account Management team, helping our clients get the most out of Beauhurst. She is trusted by hundreds of professionals to help them grow their businesses using our data.
