Peyman Atapour Joins LDC as Investment Manager to Boost North East and Scotland Investment

People | Feb 13, 2025 | LDC

Peyman Atapour Joins LDC as Investment Manager to Boost North East and Scotland Investment

LDC, a leading private equity investor, has appointed Peyman Atapour as an Investment Manager to bolster its efforts in the North East and Scotland. Atapour brings eight years of corporate finance and tax advisory experience, following a noteworthy tenure at KPMG. His focus at LDC will include originating, executing, and managing portfolio investments in alignment with a successful fiscal performance in 2024. LDC's regional team completed investments with a combined enterprise value exceeding 650 million, strengthening key companies like Kick ICT and Lomond, alongside growing regional ventures like Aspire Technology Solutions. The strategic appointment of Atapour is seen as a commitment by LDC to tap into the innovative landscapes of the North East and Scotland and leverage positive economic shifts. The team was recently recognized as Equity Funder of the Year at the UK Dealmakers Awards.

Sectors

  • Private Equity
  • Corporate Finance

Geography

  • North East, UK – LDC is focusing its investment strategies on the North East region of the UK, which is known for its innovative businesses and growth potential.
  • Scotland – Scotland is a key area for LDC's investments, with several high-profile businesses benefiting from LDC's support.

Industry

  • Private Equity – LDC operates in the private equity sector, focusing on managing and investing in private equity funds to support business growth.
  • Corporate Finance – Peyman Atapour's background in corporate finance is crucial for his role at LDC, as it involves advising businesses on equity events and investments.

Financials

  • More than 650m – The combined enterprise value of investments, exits, and acquisitions completed by LDC's team in the previous year.
  • 3.5x – Money multiple return on LDC's investment in Lomond over a six-year partnership.
  • 10m – Revenue added to Aspire Technology Solutions following its acquisition of Cloud Cover IT and CloudCoCo.

Participants

NameRoleTypeDescription
LDCPrivate Equity FirmCompanyLDC is a leading private equity investor focusing on supporting business growth in the UK.
Peyman AtapourInvestment ManagerPersonPeyman Atapour is appointed as an Investment Manager at LDC, bringing experience from KPMG.
Kick ICTPortfolio CompanyCompanyKick ICT is Scotland's largest independent IT managed service provider, backed by LDC for UK expansion.
LomondPortfolio CompanyCompanyLomond is a national estate agency and lettings group supported by LDC.
Aspire Technology SolutionsPortfolio CompanyCompanyGateshead-based technology solutions company expanding its reach into Scotland with support from LDC.
Gareth MarshallPartner and Head of North East and ScotlandPersonGareth Marshall is responsible for leading LDC's investment strategies in the North East and Scotland.