About

Julian joined the Group in 2016 and is the Investment Principal for EIS with responsibility for the wider Midlands region. His focus is to invest in high-growth technology businesses across the whole of the area, with a particular focus on the Software & the Internet, and the Electronics, Materials, Manufacturing & Engineering sectors. Julian currently sits on the Board of W2 Global Data, VoxPopMe and Living Map.

Previous experience

Prior to joining the Mercia, Julian was a partner with Technology Venture Partners LLP based in Bristol, which managed the South West Ventures Fund (SWVF). The SWVF primarily invested in early-stage technology-focused businesses and university spinouts in software, electronics, medical diagnostics, telematics and semiconductors. He was an associate director for KPMG Corporate Finance in London and Sydney between 2000 and 2006.

julian.dennard@mercia.co.uk