ABOUT THE SYNDICATE

Yvan has extensive experience in the Life science & business angel industry. He is the founder of TAHO, where he invests in and coaches early-stage startups. Former entrepreneur, Yvan now serves as an independent board member to various startups & scale-ups in Europe, focusing on sectors like MedTech, Ed-Tech & SaaS. His background includes former operational roles in Pharma/MedTech, Biopharma, and company director. As a company director, he facilitated various activities such as equity fund raising, start-up acquisition, executive team overhaul, and company liquidation.

Bridget is a seasoned finance and strategy corporate executive with nearly 30 years of professional experience. Her areas of expertise include Life Sciences, AI and Automation. Bridget's career encompasses various global roles, including former Chief Financial Officer of a global AI and Automation group, financial advisory on transactions, exit and liquidity events, fundraising, growth and value creation strategies in addition to financial management. Bridget has held board member positions in multiple companies. She is a Chartered Director(IoD, London), a Fellow Member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (FCCA) and holds a diploma in Company Direction.

Colin is former chair of the Medtech Syndicate and boasts over 20 years of senior leadership experience in various sectors and regions. His skills include business transformation, startup leadership in Ireland and Asia, and operational excellence. Colin has a PhD from the University of Zurich, a BSc from University College Galway, and is a certified Qualified Person. His career includes significant roles at Abbott, Pfizer, Allergan, and Novartis, reflecting his extensive experience in the medical field.

Pat has a diverse professional background with 30 years’ experience in project management, contract management, and negotiation. Currently serving as Services Director at Secure-All Security Group and Investment Manager at FGP Holdings Ltd., Pat has 6 years’ experience as an angel investor focusing on medtech but also in fintech, energy and cleantech, reflecting his interests in multiple sectors. Pat holds a BE in Electronic Engineering from University College Galway and an MBA from OU Business School.

John, with over 20 years of experience in Irish and international financial services, currently serves as a Senior Adviser in Corporate Finance at Key Capital. His expertise spans corporate finance, corporate lending, debt restructuring, and equity investment. John has a proven track record in strategy development, team leadership, and managing complex transactions, demonstrating strong commercial and financial acumen. He has held notable roles at Key Capital, Allied Irish Banks, and other major financial institutions, contributing significantly to their strategic and financial initiatives.