Chris Hird

Mergers & Acquisitions, Disposals, Valuations, Funding, MBOs

Experience

Chris specialises in corporate finance. His role involves advising clients on acquisitions and disposals, procuring and structuring debt, equity and grant funding, and developing business plans and financial projections. 

With his wide-ranging experience, he is well-placed to advise business owners on the issues they face. He has worked in many different sectors but has particular expertise in the agricultural, legal, manufacturing and pharmaceutical industries 

Professional qualifications

FCA, ACA

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Capital and culture: Fintech funding in a demanding environment

S&W experts were joined by fintech founder turned funder Steve Lemon last week to explore the options for growing businesses. They talked through the pitfalls of a tough funding environment and the need for due diligence to go beyond the data room.

Steve Lemon

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Fintech funding: How technology changed the rules for start-ups

Moving from a fintech founder to a venture capital funder has given Steve Lemon a new perspective on the industry, but he tries not to forget the daily grind.

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