Irish Investor Awards 2024 in association with Mazars

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John Bowe Corporate Finance Partner

Mark Mulcachy Financial Advisory Partner

WELCOME

On behalf of Mazars, I would like to welcome you to the inaugural Irish Investors Awards.

The evening promises to be a wonderful occasion and a fitting testament to the thriving entrepreneurial spirit in Ireland and the dedication, resilience and vision of the individuals and organisations within the Irish Private Equity and Venture Capital Industry.

At Mazars, we recognise the important role played by the Irish investor community in driving the sustainable growth of indigenous small- and medium-sized enterprises and fostering innovation within the Irish economy.

Tonight is about recognising and honouring those who have excelled in their respective fields. From visionary entrepreneurs to forward-thinking investors, each nominee and winner tonight has played an important part in the Irish deals landscape over the past year and beyond.

It is also an opportunity to celebrate the network of professionals dedicated to providing essential support and expertise to the investor sector. From legal advisors, corporate advisors and consultants to tax specialists and auditors, the professional services community plays a vital role in facilitating transactions, managing risk, and ensuring compliance. Their expertise and guidance are invaluable assets that enable investors and entrepreneurs to navigate the complexities of the business landscape with confidence and clarity.

Our judging panel consists of industry experts, executives and professionals from a diverse range of fields, all of whom have a wealth of experience and knowledge in their respective areas. The judges reviewed and scored the entries based on predefined criteria to select the most deserving winners. On behalf of everyone at Mazars, I would like to thank them for generously giving their time to support these awards and ensuring an impartial approach to the judging process.

As we celebrate the achievements of the past year, let us also look ahead to the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead. Together, we can drive positive change, fuel innovation, and ensure that the Irish M&A market continues to be a vibrant and dynamic component of Irish business.

On behalf of Mazars, I want to extend my congratulations to all the nominees and winners tonight. Your hard work, dedication, and passion inspire us all.

Enjoy the evening!

Tom O’Brien Managing Partner Mazars

Tom O’Brien

CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE IN THE IRISH PRIVATE EQUITY AND VENTURE CAPITAL INVESTOR MARKET

CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE IN THE IRISH PRIVATE EQUITY AND VENTURE

CAPITAL INVESTOR MARKET

DEBT FUNDING DEAL OF THE YEAR < ¤10M

AIB BUSINESS BANKING

Boann Distillery

AIB BUSINESS BANKING O'Reilly Stuart & Associates Ltd

BEACH POINT

CAPITAL IRELAND

Funding of My Solar

HAMBRO PERKS

Investment in CameraMatics

DUNPORT CAPITAL

Funding of UTS Technologies acquisition

CELEBRATING

IRISH PRIVATE EQUITY AND VENTURE

CAPITAL INVESTOR MARKET

DEBT FUNDING DEAL OF THE YEAR > ¤10M

AIB CORPORATE BANKING

Irish Packaging Holdings

DUNPORT CAPITAL MANAGEMENT

Funding of Schivo Medical

EY CAPITAL & DEBT ADVISORY

Financing Belfast International Airport

BANK OF IRELAND

Funding of DM Financial

ERISBEG

Funding of Erisbeg acquisition of Fruition IT

WATERLAND PRIVATE EQUITY IRELAND

Bank of Ireland and Muzinich & Co. funding of Writech

CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE IN THE IRISH PRIVATE EQUITY AND VENTURE

CAPITAL INVESTOR MARKET

INTERNATIONAL PE INVESTMENT IN IRISH COMPANY DEAL OF THE YEAR

AUGUST EQUITY

Investment in OneTouch

CBPE CAPITAL

Investment in Snigel Web Services Ltd

INFLEXION

Investment in Village Vets

PHOENIX EQUITY PARTNERS

Investment in Nostra

LIVINGBRIDGE

Investment in T-Pro

CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE IN THE

IRISH PRIVATE EQUITY AND VENTURE

CAPITAL INVESTOR MARKET

CORPORATE LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR

ADDLESHAW GODDARD

MCCANN FITZGERALD

SQUIRE PATTON BOGGS

WHITNEY MOORE LLP

FLYNN O'DRISCOLL

PHILIP LEE

THE MAPLES GROUP

WILLIAM FRY

DunPort sources, executes and actively manages private debt investments on behalf of its investors.

We are the leading provider of lower midmarket debt solutions in the Irish, UK and Benelux markets.

CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE IN THE IRISH PRIVATE EQUITY AND VENTURE

CAPITAL INVESTOR MARKET

CORPORATE FINANCE ADVISORY

AZETS (FORMERLY PKF OCLH)

EY CORPORATE FINANCE

CLEARWATER INTERNATIONAL

FOCUS CAPITAL PARTNERS

IBI CORPORATE FINANCE

KPMG IRELAND

ENVIRONMENTAL, SOCIAL AND GOVERNANCE DEAL OF THE YEAR

BEACH POINT CAPITAL

IRELAND

Investment in My Solar

BVP

Investment in Positive Carbon

HAMBRO PERKS

Investment in CameraMatics

BGF IRELAND

Investment in Revive Active

CAUSEWAY CAPITAL

Exit of Celtic Linen

WATERLAND PRIVATE EQUITY IRELAND

Investments in Gaffney

Mechanical and O’Connor H&P

CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE IN THE IRISH PRIVATE EQUITY AND VENTURE

CAPITAL INVESTOR MARKET

DEAL OF THE YEAR (SUB €2.5M)

BVP

Investment in VT-Electron

FORESIGHT GROUP

Follow-on investment into Hospital Services Limited

SME EQUITY Investment in WorkCompass

CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE IN THE

IRISH PRIVATE EQUITY AND VENTURE

CAPITAL INVESTOR MARKET

DEAL OF THE YEAR (€2.5M - €10M)

BGF IRELAND

Investment in Avoca Clinic

DEVELOPMENT CAPITAL

Investment in Wogan Build Centre

ERISBEG

ORS acquisition of John Spain Associates

BVP

Investment in OOHPod

DEVELOPMENT CAPITAL

Investment in IP Telecom Limited

CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE IN THE

IRISH PRIVATE EQUITY AND VENTURE

CAPITAL INVESTOR MARKET

DEAL OF THE YEAR > €10M

BGF IRELAND

Investment in Dublin Meat Co.

CLEARWATER INTERNATIONAL

Acquisition of the Institute of Education by Dukes Education

CBPE CAPITAL

Investment in Snigel

ERISBEG

Investment in EMR Integrated Solutions

INFLEXION

Investment in Village Vets

MATHESON LLP

Waystone acquisition of Centaur

PHOENIX EQUITY PARTNERS

Investment in Nostra

LIVINGBRIDGE

Investment in T-Pro

MML GROWTH CAPITAL PARTNERS

Investment in Irish Mainport Holdings (IMH) RENATUS

Exit of Boojum

CAPITAL INVESTOR MARKET

DUE DILIGENCE TEAM OF THE YEAR

BDO

KPMG IRELAND

SME EQUITY

MATHESON LLP EY

SPONSORED BY

CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE IN THE IRISH PRIVATE EQUITY AND VENTURE

CAPITAL INVESTOR MARKET

PORTFOLIO DEAL OF THE YEAR

AUGUST EQUITY Integrity360 acquisition of Advantio

CAUSEWAY CAPITAL Celtic Linen Exit

BGF IRELAND Investment in Tigers Childcare

ERISBEG Merger of BP Multipage and PageOne

RENATUS

Boojum Exit

CAPITAL INVESTOR MARKET

RISING STAR UNDER 30

AOIFE MCADAM BGF Ireland

MICHAEL MORIARTY IBI Corporate Finance Ltd

O'MAHONY Atlantic Bridge

SHANICE CALLINAN Act Venture Capital

SENAN

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Tom O’Brien Managing Partner

Mazars is your dedicated strategic partner, throughout your business journey.

Whether you’re experiencing rapid growth, assessing risks and opportunities, or expanding into international markets, our team of expert financial advisors, tax specialists and audit partners offer invaluable insights and solutions tailored to your unique needs.

Together, let’s pave the way to success.

Move forward with Mazars.

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT

The Lifetime Achievement Award recognises the contribution of an individual whose enduring impact has helped shape the Irish private equity and venture capital industry. Honouring the lasting impact on both the companies they invested in and the individuals they have worked with, this award recognises a lifetime of dedication and influence.

This is a nominated category and the winner will be announced on the night.

SPONSORED BY

CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE IN THE IRISH PRIVATE EQUITY AND VENTURE CAPITAL INVESTOR MARKET

IRISH VC HOUSE OF THE YEAR

Winner to be announced on the night

IRISH PRIVATE EQUITY HOUSE OF THE YEAR

Winner to be announced on the night

THANK YOU TO OUR JUDGES

I want to extend my sincere gratitude for the time, effort, and expertise this team of judges dedicated to reviewing the submissions for this year's Irish Investor awards.

The calibre of judges not only lent credibility to the awards but has also ensured their recognition and respect within the Irish private equity and venture capital community. Thank you once again for your diligent work. Your efforts make a significant difference in recognising and celebrating excellence.

We look forward to a great night’s celebration of the Irish investor community and their supporting advisory partners.

Warm regards,

John Bowe, Corporate Finance Partner, Mazars

Andy McCue

Non-Executive Director, ex CEO Paddy Power

Bryan Bourke

Chairperson of AirNav Ireland, former Managing Partner, William Fry

Cathy Bryce

Managing Director, AIB Capital Markets

David Menton

Co-Founder & Managing Partner, Synova

David Walsh

Chairman, Halocare. Previous Co-Founder and Group CEO, Netwatch

Dómhnal Slattery

Chairman, Spinlaunch, Founder and former CEO, Avolon

Edel Creely

Non-executive Chair, Ex CEO Trilogy Technologies

Elaine Coughlan Partner in Atlantic Bridge

Eleanor Blagbrough Co-Founding Partner, Blume Equity

Gary McSharry Partner at McCann FitzGerald & Head of U.S. Office

Hector Guinness Partner, HG Capital

John Purdy Founder, ERGO, Fenergo and FlowForma

John-George Willis

Senior Advisor Board Melior Equity Partners, Former Senior Partner and Head of Corporate, Tughans

Leo Hamill

Founder of SISU Advisory, Hon. Secretary and Former Chairperson, IVCA

Marie Joyce CFO NTR

Marta Suarez Estebanez Partner, TCV

Noreen Gallagher Board Advisor / Chair

Pat Flynn Ex Managing Partner and Founder FoD

Pete Smyth CEO, Broadlake

Rory Guinan

Managing Director, Endeavor Ireland

Sarah-Jane Larkin Director General of IVCA

Stéphane Pithois

Global Head of Mergers & Acquisitions, Mazars

Stephen Welton

Non-Executive Director of ICG, Founder and ex CEO, BGF

Tom Wrenn

Managing Partner, ECI Partners