Oliver Scott
About Oliver Scott
Oliver Scott - Non-executive Director
Oliver Scott has served as a non-executive director since February 2020. In this role, he provides independent oversight and contributes to the company's strategy and governance. Alongside his directorial duties, Scott chairs the Remuneration Committee and is a member of the Nominations Committee, roles in which he plays an integral part in shaping executive compensation and overseeing board member selections.
Partner at Kestrel Partners LLP
Oliver Scott is a partner at Kestrel Partners LLP, a business he co-founded in 2009. Kestrel Partners specializes in investing in smaller quoted technology companies. Scott's role at the firm involves identifying investment opportunities and acting as Kestrel's representative on the boards of various investee companies. This dual role allows him to leverage his expertise in both strategic oversight and identifying high-growth potential.
Investment Specialization in Technology Companies
Oliver Scott specializes in investing in smaller quoted technology companies. His extensive career in corporate finance has equipped him with the acumen needed to identify and support promising technology ventures. At Kestrel Partners LLP, Scott has been pivotal in steering investments towards nascent yet high-potential technology firms, leveraging his expertise to foster growth and innovation within the sector.
Previous Roles and Experience
Before his current roles, Oliver Scott spent over 20 years advising smaller quoted and unquoted companies. He concluded this phase of his career as a director of KBC Peel Hunt Corporate Finance. Throughout his tenure, Scott accrued significant experience in corporate finance, providing advisory services that spanned a wide array of industries. His previous non-executive directorships include senior positions at IQGeo Group plc and KBC Advanced Technologies plc before its acquisition by Yokogawa.
Non-executive Director Roles
Oliver Scott holds non-executive directorships at ULS Technology plc and Idox plc. In these roles, he leverages his extensive experience in corporate finance and investment to provide strategic guidance and oversight. Scott's prior non-executive roles include his positions at IQGeo Group plc and KBC Advanced Technologies plc, adding to his robust portfolio of governance and advisory experience.