Sandy has been involved in numerous initiatives to support the funding of high growth companies including: introducing the founders of Archangels, which developed into the biggest business angel syndicate in Scotland; the formation of Seraphim Capital, the UK's first Enterprise Capital Fund; and several other Enterprise Capital Funds as well as a number of other early stage venture capital funds. Sandy has built a strong reputation across the business community for his knowledge of corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, high growth start-ups and spin outs, corporate governance and strategic advice.
Olga Kozlova, Director at Converge Challenge, said:
“We’re looking forward to welcoming Sandy as Chairman. He brings on board a wealth of experience about start-ups and has a real passion for enterprise and entrepreneurship. The team relishes seeing his input into our ambitious plans to continue to grow Converge Challenge.”
Commenting on his appointment, Sandy Finlayson said:
“I am passionate about Scotland and delighted to be joining the Converge Challenge team. This is a unique programme that makes a significant contribution to Scotland, both as a society and as an economy. I can’t wait to get involved in helping Converge Challenge to provide a platform from which our students, graduates and university staff can build a great future, both for themselves and for Scotland.”