Previously a Director at Barclays Private Equity, David is an experienced infrastructure specialist, with 12 years investment experience in a range of social and economic infrastructure. He also worked with Big Society Capital to develop a community assets social investment proposition. David has an MA in Economics from Edinburgh University.  Outside work, David’s enthusiasm for travel, endurance events and traditional pubs have all been curtailed by the arrival of a young family.

David co-founded all the companies in the Amberside Group, including: Amberside Advisors, an advisory and financial modelling boutique employing over 30 infrastructure and renewable energy specialists. David has an MSC from Warwick University in Management Science and Operational Research. He is also a Fellow of the Institute of the Chartered Accountants and a London Liveryman. Outside work, David enjoys his wine and fine dining on the few occasions his babysitter actually turns up.

Dan has worked within the Amberside group since 2012, initially specialising in fund modelling and refinancing advisory at Amberside Advisors, before moving to Amberside Capital in 2017. Dan has a BSc in Mathematics from Warwick University and is a member of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants. Outside work, Dan enjoys scuba diving and craft ale, though rarely at the same time.

Neil has 20 years experience advising corporate investors and public-sector agencies to procure and develop social infrastructure. He joined the Amberside group in 2013 to develop the advisory side of the business. Prior to Amberside Neil was a Partner at Grant Thornton where he led the infrastructure financial modelling team. A member of Hertfordshire LEP, outside work Neil enjoys waiting for his Lotus Elan to emerge from the workshop.

Larissa provides support to the other members of the team and generally ensures we are in the right place at the right time.

John joined Amberside Capital in 2018 and has responsibility for the financial advisory sales team. Prior to joining Amberside John worked at Octopus Investments for a number of years, distributing their EIS, VCT and BPR investment opportunities, before moving to Mariana Investments to help set up their tax efficient investment sales team. John has a BSc in Accounting and Finance from the University of York. Outside of work John is a keen Sheffield Wednesday supporter, enjoys his food, and has an unrivalled ability to join and avoid the gym.