Investment Services


Capitalise on our experience to bring the right investors to the table

We help investors engineer growth with enhanced investment services


With a focus on your market, competitive landscape, and investment needs, our specialists offer a comprehensive range of consultancy services for early-stage and growth-stage start-ups and scale-ups.


From VC & PE investment strategies, marketing and pitch deck creation, Go-to-Market strategy and market research, to sales acceleration, fractional tech leadership, and more, we work closely with you at every stage. 


We have partnered with composability, a UK-based investment firm that uses AI to make the investment process open and transparent for the betterment of all parties.

What are your current

Investment Challenges?


Navigating the Investment Landscape

Navigating the complexities of PE and CV funding involves many hidden risks, making it essential to find a trusted partner who is experienced in the investment landscape and well-connected in your sector.

Identifying the Right Investors

It is crucial to identify investors who share your long-term goals, understand your market, and are committed to supporting your journey towards success. This alignment ensures a collaborative relationship that can significantly improve your chance of success.

Valuation and Negotiation

A fair valuation is essential as it impacts the equity you give up and the control you retain over your company. Overvaluation can deter potential investors, while undervaluation can lead to significant dilution of ownership. Effective negotiation is key to achieving terms that support your business’ growth while protecting your interests. 

Market Position & Differentiation

Investors need to see that you thoroughly understand your target market and have conducted detailed market research. This involves identifying your unique value proposition and how your product or service stands out from competitors. Effective market positioning requires ongoing product adaptation, rigorous testing, and strategic pricing to meet market preferences.


How we can help

Navigate the complex journey to investment with our years of experience across multiple sectors and geographies

Commercial & Technical Due Diligence

Our team has significant experience delivering both Commercial Due Diligence (CDD) and Technical Due Diligence (TDD) for numerous clients, supporting them to be as informed, aware, and prepared for their business endeavours.

Fractional & Interim Resource

Our experience across multiple sectors and diverse functions helps us to provide additional resources to provide both short- and long-term positive impact when needed. This can be leveraged to resolve gaps in Senior Management, or review and advise on impending changes.

Corporate Governance

This is a key area to ensure stability and upholding standards. Our experts have broad Board experience and can add value to all Board communications and help to ensure that Board documents are both relevant and insightful

Go-to-Market Acceleration

Our experts have many years of senior level experience across multiple sectors and geographies. We follow current market trends, enabling our teams to select the best strategy for your unique environment. (See later slides for a more detailed look at our team’s expertise.)

Strategic Planning & Sector Advice

From supporting with the design of their first Value Creation Plan (VCP), we have experience working with organisations of all sizes to optimise specific elements of their business from a strategy perspective, including sustainability, Go-to-Market, and more.

Cost Reduction

Our award- winning procurement 

model is used to reduce supplier costs and positively impact EBITDA performance, and our Procurement & Commercial team are adept at applying it across your entire estate to optimise supplier negotiation and service migration.

Get in touch with our team today


We are a highly collaborative team of senior-level executive professionals able to adapt to any challenge, however niche & challenging.

+44 (0)1223 750335

info@cambridgemc.com


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Featured Services


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Our Investment Services are led by David Lewis

Managing Partner - Digital & Innovation

David Lewis is an international executive with over 30 years of expertise in technology and digital innovation. He began his career in the 1990s, consulting for companies like Platinum Technology and Netflix, and launched Sri Lanka's first ISP during civil unrest. He also held directorial roles at Trapezo and Sony Music, co-founded One5 Corporation in Romania, and led transformations at M9Global, Tech Mahindra, and Infosys.


In 2012, David became the Practice Head at Cognizant, leading digital transformation initiatives globally. He later worked in the UK Cabinet Office, advising on government digital services. His recent roles include contributions to the New Lottery Company and Capita. He is currently a Non-Executive Director for SSV Capital Ltd and Trustee for the Carers Network.

"We chose Cambridge MC for its detailed understanding of the market and hands-on, real-world experience. They showed a genuine interest and concern for our business and investments, proactively going beyond the scoped engagement in a way we don’t see with other advisory firms."


InfraRed Capital Partners

Investment insights


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Bringing years of world class experience to your start-up or scale-up


Our Investment Experts

Every member of our investment team is a thought leader who has made significant contributions to multiple businesses

Get in touch with our team today


We are a highly collaborative team of senior-level executive professionals able to adapt to any challenge, however niche & challenging.

+44 (0)1223 750335

info@cambridgemc.com

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Case Studies


Our team has had the privilege of partnering with a diverse array of clients, from burgeoning startups to FTSE 100 companies. Each case study reflects our commitment to delivering tailored solutions that drive real business results.

CASE STUDIES

A little bit about Cambridge MC

Cambridge Management Consulting is a specialist consultancy drawing on an extensive global network of over 200 senior executives in 22 countries.


Our purpose is to help our clients make a better impact on the world.

ABOUT CAMBRIDGE MC