We invest capital and work closely with management teams to transform and scale technology businesses.
Partnering with emerging technology companies as they move from rapid growth to sustainable scale.
A track record built over two decades of active partnership
Over more than 20 years, we have partnered with management teams at pivotal moments in their growth journeys, helping businesses navigate complex transitions and scale successfully.
Micad
SaaS · Space & Facilities Management
Transformed the technology platform and product portfolio both organically and through acquisition.
Exit
Sold to K1 Investment Management (US Private Equity)
Spectrum Interactive
Digital Infrastructure · Public Wi-Fi
Repositioned from traditional payphone operator into the UK's leading independent public Wi-Fi business.
Exit
Sold to Arqiva
Eurotel
Telecoms & IT Services
Grown through four strategic acquisitions.
Exit
Sold to Inflexion Private Equity
Gross Return on Capital
Across three investments — Micad, Spectrum Interactive, and Eurotel — Young Associates delivered consistent, institutional-quality returns through active ownership and operational transformation.
The principals behind every investment
Simon Alberga
Co-Founder & Principal
Simon is a co-founder and principal of Young Associates and has spent more than two decades investing in and scaling technology-enabled and services businesses. He works closely with management teams at moments of inflection, supporting strategic repositioning, financial management, commercial development and acquisition-led growth. Simon has played a leading role across the firm's major investments, helping guide each business through periods of rapid transformation and ultimately to successful institutional ownership.
BA in Economics, Harvard University
Yoav Kurtzbard
Co-Founder & Principal
Yoav is a co-founder and principal at Young Associates, bringing deep experience in backing founder-led companies through complex growth and transition phases. He focuses on value creation through operational improvement, technology strategy and leadership development, working hands-on with management teams to build scalable, institution-ready platforms. Yoav has been closely involved across the firm's major investments and is central to its active-ownership approach.
B.Sc. in Economics, Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania
Lord Young of Graffham
Co-Founder & Former Chairman
Lord Young was a co-founder and former Chairman of Young Associates and a towering figure in British business and public life. He brought decades of experience as an entrepreneur, company builder and public servant, providing strategic counsel, governance leadership and long-term perspective to the firm and its portfolio companies. His influence helped shape Young Associates' partnership-driven investment philosophy and commitment to building enduring businesses. His legacy continues to inform the way the firm works with founders, boards and management teams today.
Partnering at moments of transition
We partner with ambitious technology businesses at moments of transition, when ownership, leadership and operating models need to evolve to support the next phase of growth. We typically invest in founder-led or early-institutional companies where there is an opportunity to combine capital with hands-on support to build scalable, institution-ready platforms.
Situations We Back
- Founders preparing for retirement or a transition in ownership
- Early investors seeking liquidity or a full exit
- Businesses that would benefit from professionalising governance, finance and leadership
- Core technology platforms requiring modernisation or strategic repositioning
- Scope for acquisition-led growth or international expansion
- Management teams wanting an active, long-term partner rather than passive capital
Types of Businesses
Sector Focus
How We Create Value
Strengthen boards and governance
Upgrade finance, reporting and control environments
Modernise technology architecture and product roadmaps
Build leadership depth and succession plans
Support bolt-on acquisitions and integration
Prepare businesses for future institutional ownership
Our approach is shaped by more than two decades of investing through multiple cycles and helping companies evolve from founder-led enterprises into scaled, institutional-quality platforms.
We look for founders and management teams who want a true partner — one who brings capital, judgement and operational support in equal measure.
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If you are considering a change in ownership, exploring the next stage of growth, or looking for a long-term investment partner, we would welcome the opportunity to speak.
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