Dave is CEO of PXN Group, leading the platform formed through the merger of Praetura Ventures and Par Equity. A qualified ACA who trained at KPMG, he co-founded Praetura Ventures in 2011 to back founders in the North of England and address the regional funding gap. Having overseen over 100+ early stage investments, he is known as one of the leading voices in venture capital outside of the South East. Under his leadership, PXN has become one of the UK’s leading regional investors, known for combining capital with hands-on support and insight.