About

Todd was Editor of GrowthBusiness.co.uk between 2010 and 2011 as well as being responsible for publishing our digital and printed magazines focusing on private equity and venture capital.

News

Smiths Group makes US purchase

Technology business Smiths Group has made an acquisition through its Smiths Interconnect division, which designs and manufactures electronic components.

Opinion

Handing over

Steve Jobs’ resignation as chief executive of Apple raises a number of points, most notably, what role should an inspirational leader have in a company they no longer lead?

News

First acquisition for CMS Peripherals

London-based CMS Peripherals, which is a subsidiary of the StorIT Group, has purchased CCI Distribution for an undisclosed amount.

Financial Management

Commercial property tax relief

If you have bought, built, refurbished or renovated commercial premises, now is the time to maximise tax relief.

Exit Strategies

Keeping your staff onside in an exit

Deciding to sell a business doesn't only affect one person, it also impacts your staff as well.

News

CSR and Zoran merge

After 28 years as an independent developer of processors for the digital entertainment industry, Zoran Corporation  will become a part of Britain's CSR.
Round-up of today's M&A deals

News

BOCM PAULS secures £90 million refinancing package

Animal feed producer BOCM PAULS has secured a £90 million asset-based lending package from Lloyds TSB Commercial Finance to fund future growth.

News

IN tIME Express Logistik in Barclays deal

Barclays Private Equity has bought IN tIME Express Logistik from ECM Equity Capital Management as it looks to strengthen its market position and expand into Europe.
Round-up of today's M&A deals

News

Accounting for Value in M&A

A lack of insight into the challenges associated with consolidating financial practices means organisations are struggling to achieve the desired goals of M&A says Gary Waylett.

News

US tie-up for Digital Reach Group

Ireland-based Digital Reach Group, a mobile services company, has been acquired by Take 5 Solutions.

News

Cisco acquires Versly to boost collaboration services

Computer networking business Cisco has acquired privately-held company Versly.

News

Northstar backs WhatUsersDo with £150,000

Ashington-based internet business WhatUsersDo has secured a further £150,000 in funding from Northstar Ventures’ Finance for Business North East Accelerator Fund.