Northern Gritstone is a groundbreaking independent investment company, dedicated to supporting science and technology-enabled businesses in the North of England. Founded by the Universities of Manchester, Leeds and Sheffield, our philosophy is ‘profit with purpose’, combining strong returns for investors with wider positive, societal and economic impact, including Levelling Up and high-skilled job creation.

Life Sciences

Venture Capital

Northern Gritstone

Northern Gritstone's headquarters in Manchester, United Kingdom

Duncan Johnson

Frances Garside

Claire Blackburn

Kate Spencer

Marion Bernard

James Hadley

The Investment Team at Northern Gritstone is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and investing in promising science and technology-enabled businesses in the North of England. They manage the investment process from initial assessment through due diligence and deal execution, while also overseeing portfolio companies to ensure strong financial returns and positive societal impact.

Investment Team

The Non-Executive Directors and Advisory Roles team at Northern Gritstone provides strategic oversight, governance, and expert advice to ensure the company aligns with its mission of delivering both strong financial returns and societal impact. This team leverages their diverse expertise and connections to guide the investment strategy, support high-skilled job creation, and foster economic development in the North of England.

Non-Executive Directors and Advisory Roles

The Financial Management Team at Northern Gritstone oversees the company's financial health and investment strategies. Led by the Chief Financial Officer, this team includes the Management Accountant and Chief Investment Officer, who collaborate to ensure robust financial planning, effective investment allocation, and compliance with regulatory standards, thereby supporting the company's mission of driving societal and economic impact through science and technology investments.

Financial Management Team

The Leadership Team at Northern Gritstone, comprising the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer, and Chief Investment Officer, orchestrates the strategic direction of the company, manages financial planning and stability, and oversees investment decisions. They ensure that the company meets its dual objectives of generating strong returns for investors while driving societal and economic benefits in the North of England.

��

Northern Gritstone

Org chart

Teams

Investment Team

Non-Executive Directors and Advisory Roles

Financial Management Team

Leadership Team

Offices

��������

Northern Gritstone

Org chart

Teams

Investment Team

Non-Executive Directors and Advisory Roles

Financial Management Team

Leadership Team

Offices

Related companies

��