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Read the landmark new study. Find out more

Actively supporting Ukraine

New resource centre for BVCA members focused on the Ukraine crisis. Find out more

Investment in Yorkshire and the North East

Our new report showcasing private capital in action. Find out more

Invested in a better future

The British Private Equity & Venture Capital Association (BVCA) has been the voice of private capital in the UK for almost four decades. We support our members to help companies grow and achieve their long-term ambitions, creating value for the country both economically and socially. Find out more
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Industry Impact

Private equity and venture capital delivers for both institutional investors, including UK pensioners, and for the wider economy by driving innovation, building British business and supporting communities and individuals to succeed. Take a look at our latest key stats and learn more about our industry. Find out more

1 million+ people

employed in the UK by companies backed by private equity and venture capital

1,300 UK companies

received investment from private equity and venture capital in 2020

5,000+ businesses

currently backed by UK private equity and venture capital

9 in 10 investments

directed at SMEs from private equity and venture capital in 2020

£9.5bn invested

UK companies from private equity and venture capital in 2020

£44.1bn raised

from private equity and venture capital in 2020

Stories of success

Private capital powers the growth of dynamic new businesses in sectors like technology and life sciences, while reinvigorating established businesses too. Read examples of how private equity and venture capital help companies to innovate and flourish, here. View our latest case studies

Revolut, supported by Seedcamp

Dr. Martens, supported by Permira

Skyscanner, supported by Scottish Equity Partners

Thought Machine, supported by IQ Capital

Merlin Entertainments, supported by Blackstone

Wise, supported by Seedcamp

ELeather, supported by ETF Partners

Nova Pangaea Technologies, supported by Par Equity, British Business Bank & Mercia Asset Management

Bright Blue Foods, supported by Endless LLP

Discover what is new

What does private capital do for the UK? Listen to our new podcast

Podcast

Latest insights in new bi-annual Policy & Technical Bulletin

Policy

May's Policy & Technical Update published - discover the latest developments

BVCA Policy

Two million jobs backed by PE/VC, new independent study shows

BVCA News

New resource centre focused on the Ukraine crisis

Useful resources

BVCA High Growth returns 7-8 June in-person, view the agenda

BVCA Event

BVCA Summit returns in person this October

BVCA Events

BVCA welcomes Duke Street’s Charlie Troup as new Chair

BVCA News

Kerry Baldwin – reflections on my year as BVCA Chair

BVCA News

Sanctions overview and further information for PE/VC firms

BVCA Policy

European PE/VC industry condemns Russia's attack on Ukraine

BVCA News

A year of transformation, supporting private capital in a changing world

BVCA Publication

Exceptional businesses recognised at the Yorkshire and North East Dinner

Vision 2022

Initiatives

We support the transformative nature of our industry. We work with our community as it adapts to new priorities, from climate change and diversity to fostering innovation and building transparency.

ESG and Responsible Investment

We are committed to ensuring that the UK’s private equity and venture capital industry plays a leading role in global efforts to eliminate the causes and combat the effects of climate change. Read more

Diversity & Inclusion

An integral part of our mission is to promote diversity and inclusion within our industry and support firms to build inclusive environments in which everyone can thrive. Read more

Events

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Training

Conferences and Forums

High Growth 2022: Accelerate

Complimentary places for entrepreneurs and LPs 07 Jun 2022 09:00 - 08 Jun 2022 09:00 London View event
Conferences and Forums

ESG Conference

Complimentary places for BVCA LP & GP members 29 Jun 2022 08:00 - 17:00 The View, Royal College of Surgeons View event
Networking Events

National Dinner Series - South England & Wales 2022

Open to all with preferential rates for BVCA members 30 Jun 2022 18:00 - 23:00 Bristol Harbour Hotel & Spa View event
Networking Events

National Dinner Series - North England 2022

Open to all with preferential rates for BVCA members 15 Sep 2022 09:00 - 23:00 Hilton Manchester Deansgate View event


Events

Training

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Back Office and Support

Introduction to PE Level 1

Open to all with preferential rates for BVCA members 14 Jun 2022 23:45 - 15 Jun 2022 23:45 TBC View event
Back Office and Support

Introduction to PE Level 2

Open to all with preferential rates for BVCA members 16 Jun 2022 00:00 - 23:45 DLA Piper View event
Deal Execution

Foundation

Open to all with preferential rates for BVCA members 27 Jun 2022 23:45 - 01 Jul 2022 23:45 Moor Hall Conference Centre View event
ESG

Developing an ESG Strategy for Your Portfolio

Open to all with preferential rates for BVCA members 14 Sep 2022 09:00 - 17:00 Grant Thornton View event

BVCA Membership

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Network; share best-practice; access first class learning and development programmes; raise your profile; develop your organisations’ network; remain ahead of policy and regulatory developments. Join our diverse community today. Find out more
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