About Lomond
Why Lomond exists
We started Lomond because too many good founders struggle to find the right kind of early-stage support. We wanted to be the investor we wish we had.
Built from experience,
not theory
Lomond Investments was founded by people who’ve built businesses from scratch. We know what organic growth looks like - the late nights, the cash flow anxiety, the constant pivoting. We also know what a difference the right partner can make at the right time.
We created Lomond to deploy retained capital into the kind of businesses we understand: founder-led, product-driven, and hungry to scale. Not passive investments. Active partnerships where we can roll up our sleeves and influence outcomes.
The name Lomond represents something steady, enduring, and grounding - qualities we bring to every partnership.
Our Philosophy
“This is where active involvement, governance, and commercial support can make a real difference. We invest where we can influence outcomes, not passively observe them.”
What We Believe
Our values
People First
We invest in founders, not just business plans. Character and resilience matter more than spreadsheets.
Plain Speaking
No jargon, no corporate waffle. We say what we mean and we mean what we say.
Active Partnership
We don't write a cheque and walk away. We get stuck in - governance, strategy, introductions.
Long-Term Thinking
We're not looking for quick flips. We want to build lasting value alongside founders who share that ambition.
The Team
The people behind Lomond
Neil Dudley
Founding Partner
Serial entrepreneur with decades of experience building and scaling businesses across multiple sectors. Neil leads Lomond's investment strategy and founder relationships.
Robert Dempster
Founding Partner
Co-founder of Lomond Investments, bringing extensive commercial experience and a network that spans industries and geographies across the UK.
Barry Dempster
Founding Partner
Founding partner at Lomond Investments with deep operational expertise and a hands-on approach to supporting portfolio companies through every stage of growth.
Our Reach
Investing across the UK
We back founder-led businesses across the entire United Kingdom. From first cheque to board seat, we work hands-on with every company in our portfolio. Geography is not a barrier.
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Let’s Start a Conversation
No pitch deck required. No formal presentations. Just tell us about you and your business.