Investing in your success
We invest in the best UK focused software entrepreneurs, then work with them to build large valuable businesses
In September 2013, Encore invested in Episode 1, a UK focussed venture capital firm specialising in early stage technology and software investments.
Episode 1 seeks to invest between £250k and £2 million in early stage software driven companies led by smart, dynamic teams trying to build scalable, exciting and valuable businesses.
It is led by Managing Partner, Simon Murdoch, who sold his business to Amazon in the late 1990's, and was a very early investor in companies including Betfair, Shazam, Lovefilm and Zoopla, among others.
Current portfolio:
Exited portfolio:
Teaching children Life Skills through the Performing Arts
Results driven digital marketing provider operating a ‘software as a service’ (SaaS) model
International online retailer for road cycle parts, accessories and clothing
Market leading vehicle preparation services for the motor trade
Data centre and critical environment contamination prevention and maintenance specialists
Distributor of designer radiators and towel rails
Inspection and preventative maintenance technology for the energy sector
Investments made and supported by Encore partners whilst at previous firms:
Operator of high-quality integrated healthcare facilities specialising in the provision of MRI, CT, nuclear medicine and other diagnostic imaging services
UK's most comprehensive property sales and lettings website
UK’s second largest single price point retailer, with over 250 stores nationwide and 2 million customers every week
One of the world's largest sportswear brands and manufacturing companies
Operator of 52 individually branded, premium bars and venues based primarily in London
One of the longest standing and most successful web based hotel sites in the UK, featuring over 118,000 properties from all over the world
UK company offering catered chalets, self-catered apartments, hotels and lodges in ski resorts worldwide
UK's leading family ski holidays specialist with a huge range of childcare and family ski chalets throughout europe
Leading accommodation-only supplier, offering travel agents and tour operators exclusive access to quality hotels and resorts around the world
SaaS provider of automated contact and resolution services to consumer credit and risk management companies helping them to manage risk and fight fraud
Conveyancing search provider of choice to deliver fast, trusted property searches, including Local Authority, LLC and CON29
Specialist technical recruitment and human resource provider
Leading independent provider of power protection product and service solutions
“We were keen to have Encore as an investor in our fund as they have a strong presence in the entrepreneurial and investment community – their people network, deal experience, and pre and post investment approach could also be of significant value to Episode 1.”
Damian Lane
Partner – Episode 1
“Encore continues to add real value to our business. They contribute both strategically and operationally and provide a wealth of support to our management team. “
Ian Mahoney
Chairman – Third Space