Total Capital Partners, a UK-based private investment firm, is taking significant steps to enhance its leadership team as part of its ongoing growth strategy. Following the exit of its portfolio company, Outco, in July 2025, Total Capital has appointed Simon Rowan as a Partner and Investment Committee Member, Simon Brown as Finance Director, and Ben Redmond as Chairman.
Simon Rowan brings a wealth of experience to Total Capital, having spent the last 17 years in UK mid-market private equity, including 14 years at Dunedin LLP and three years as a Partner at Averroes Capital. In his new role, Rowan will focus on originating and transacting deals in profitable, cash-generative UK businesses, specifically targeting companies with EBITDA between £3 million and £10 million that require capital investments of £10 million to £50 million.
Simon Brown, the newly appointed Finance Director, was previously the Chief Operating Officer at Lion Capital and has held several significant roles in financial management, enhancing Total Capital’s operational capabilities. Ben Redmond, who co-founded Risk Capital Partners and has served as a Senior Advisor at Total Capital for over a year, steps into the Chairman role, bringing two decades of industry expertise.
The strategic rationale behind these appointments aligns with Total Capital’s investment model, which focuses on acquiring equity stakes between 30% and 70% in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The firm supports management buyouts, entrepreneur cash-outs, and various growth or acquisition opportunities through a single-source funding approach that provides both debt and equity.
As for the timeline, while the specific dates for upcoming initiatives under the new leadership were not disclosed, the firm is expected to accelerate its investment activities in the near future, capitalizing on the collective expertise of its expanded leadership team.
The market impact of these changes could be significant, as Total Capital's enhanced leadership positions the firm to better identify and execute lucrative investment opportunities within the UK market. This is likely to benefit shareholders and stakeholders alike, contributing to the overall growth and stability of the firm.
Lastly, it is important to note that, as with any significant corporate actions, Total Capital will need to navigate any regulatory considerations that may arise in the course of its investment activities. However, the specific regulatory approvals required were not mentioned in the filing, indicating that the focus remains on internal growth and strategic execution for now.