Paul Atkinson

Mr Atkinson has a recognised track record of building value for companies in the technology and services sector. He is a founding partner of venture capital firm and EIS fund manager Par Equity, and chairman of talent solutions business Taranata Group.

He is also a visiting professor of the Napier University Business School and chairman of Converge Challenge, a catalyst for accelerating the creation of innovative products and services from Scottish universities.

CrowdX addresses the challenge facing thousands of privately held growth businesses in the UK where owners are seeking to raise additional capital, whilst shareholders and bondholders are looking to realise the value of their investments.

Mr Atkinson said: “Creating liquidity in private capital markets presents a tremendous opportunity. As an asset class, this sector already generates significant wealth, but by facilitating liquidity, CrowdX is opening up a range of investment opportunities which would otherwise be difficult to access. I am delighted to be involved with the high-quality team who are bringing this concept to market.”

Mike McCudden, CEO of CrowdX, said: “On behalf of the entire CrowdX team, I am delighted that Paul has accepted the role of Chairman. His track record as both a successful entrepreneur and a visionary angel investor means that he is acutely aware of the value a vibrant secondary market can offer privately held businesses.”