David is Co-Head of LDC’s team in London and is responsible for identifying and supporting ambitious management teams looking to grow their business with the backing of a private equity partner.

Since joining LDC in 2011, he has supported a number of the firm’s high-profile partnerships including Blis, Headland, RightSpend, Croud, FC Business Intelligence, Ocean Outdoor, Blue Rubicon and Easynet. He also continues to support businesses such as Blue Bay Travel, OnApp and iglu.com.

A specialist in technology, media and digital sectors, David joined LDC from global consulting firm Monitor Deloitte. He graduated from Christ’s College, Cambridge in 2005 with a first-class master’s degree in Engineering.

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We underwent a rigorous process in finding the right partner for us and looked at several options, but LDC share our vision and offer the ideal platform for us to continue on our mission.”

Luke Smith, CEO & Co-Founder
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Economic Outlook – Webinar

David Andrews, Partner and Co-Head of LDC London, joined a panel discussion with Moore Kingston Smith Media and an economist from Lloyds Banking Group to discuss the economic outlook for media companies. David also talked about the strength of LDC’s media portfolio and how the adaptability and capabilities of the management teams we partner with means that those media businesses are looking at positive growth rates.

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Investment Strategies for PR Firms

David spoke on PR Week podcast, episode 23 of Beyond The Noise, along with Jim Houghton, partner at Waypoint Partners. David shared his view on investment strategies for PR firms and what buyers and sellers are looking for in terms of deals and long-term growth.

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Awards

Rising Stars of Private Equity

PE News 2022

Growth Management Team of the Year

Blue Bay Travel – BVCA Management Team Awards (Midlands)