Firm strengthens venture capital team with partner hire
Fladgate has announced the appointment of Janine Suttie as partner within its venture capital (VC) practice.
Janine joins from a leading global VC fund, giving her an understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by both investors and entrepreneurs in today’s fast-paced venture ecosystem. She brings experience in VC and growth capital transactions, having advised investors, founders and companies at all stages of the investment lifecycle.
With a track record of working on detailed briefs and complex financing rounds, Janine has built a reputation for providing pragmatic, commercially driven advice to her clients, with her addition to the team reinforcing Fladgate’s commitment to delivering dynamic and agile solutions for VC clients across the UK and wider European landscape.
Commenting on her move, Janine said: ‘I am delighted to join the Fladgate partnership and am excited to contribute to the continued growth of its VC practice.
‘I was drawn to the firm’s focus on fostering innovation and look forward to collaborating with an entrepreneurial and forward-thinking team renowned for providing dynamic, approachable and highly effective advice within the European VC ecosystem.
‘Together, I am confident we will further enhance Fladgate's reputation as a leading firm for investors and entrepreneurs seeking creative solutions and strategic guidance in this rapidly evolving sector.’
David Robinson, head of corporate at Fladgate, said: ‘Janine’s arrival represents a significant step in the continued expansion of our VC practice. Her calibre and broad sector knowledge, particularly her comprehensive understanding of founder and investor needs, will be invaluable as we continue to provide strategic, hands-on support to our clients.’
Grant Gordon, managing partner at Fladgate, added: ‘Janine’s appointment aligns with our broader business strategy, as we continue to grow and enhance our capabilities in key practice areas. VC is a crucial component of our offering, and we are fully committed to continuing to deliver innovative, high-value advice to our clients through our market-leading team.’
