YFM appoints new Head of North to drive regional investment growth
06.10.2025 – YFM Equity Partners (YFM), the UK’s leading growth-focused investor, has appointed Neil Inskip as Head of New Investments, North across their Manchester, Leeds and Birmingham offices, strengthening its regional leadership team and supporting the firm’s continued expansion in backing entrepreneurial businesses.
In his new role, Neil will oversee YFM’s new investment activities across the North, supporting the regional teams and will sit on Investment Committee. With nearly 20 years of private equity experience, Neil was previously at BGF, where he headed up teams covering the North-West and Midlands regions, having also been responsible for leading over a dozen of its investments, including several significant exits.
Commenting on the appointment, Neil said: “YFM has a great platform, a strong reputation in the regions and an exciting market opportunity. I’m looking forward to working with the Partners, growing our team, driving new investment activity, and building on the fantastic portfolio of entrepreneurial businesses the firm already backs. The North is home to a significant number of entrepreneurial businesses, and it’s where our roots lie. There’s huge potential to back talented founders and Management teams, and to create a supportive environment to enable their growth.”
Jamie Roberts, Managing Partner said: “We’re delighted to welcome Neil to YFM. His extensive network across the North and his strong track record of backing ambitious businesses in and around the regions will further support what we have been doing in our Manchester, Leeds and Birmingham offices. Neil’s appointment strengthens our regional presence and networks, enabling us to invest more equity into ambitious businesses and support their next stage of growth”.
About YFM Equity Partners
YFM invests between £3m and £15m in fast-growing UK businesses. With offices in London, Leeds, Manchester, Reading, and Birmingham, and over 40 years of experience, YFM manages over £750 million in funds and supports ambitious teams across a range of sectors.
More info: www.yfmep.com
