LDC appoints new regional director

Private equity firm LDC has appointed Joe Farren as an investment director in its Yorkshire office.

Mr Farren joins from SIG, where he spent eight years as head of corporate development in UK and Ireland.

John Garner, head of LDC in Yorkshire and the North East, said: “The appointment further demonstrates our commitment to supporting the growth ambitions of the region’s high quality companies and maintaining our position as the UK’s leading mid-market investor.

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“Joe has significant experience of working with management teams to drive organic and acquisitive growth from both sides of the fence, having spent his career in corporate finance advisory roles and at one of the region’s most prominent corporates.

“We have no doubt that he will use those skills to have a tangible impact on investment activity and the performance of our portfolio.”

Mr Farren added: “LDC has an excellent reputation in Yorkshire and across the country for supporting management teams and driving value creation.”