Denise founded Friend Partnership and in the course of her career has advised companies, institutions and management teams internationally, in numerous transactions in a variety of sectors including technology, manufacturing, construction, retail and logistics, as well as support services, media and entertainment.
In recent years Denise has held Board positions in education, healthcare and technology businesses. The experience gained as part of a management team in high growth and
international businesses is valued by clients of the firm and as they differentiate this from the traditional adviser role.
Denise is a graduate of the London School of Economics and qualified as a Chartered Accountant with Price Waterhouse. Before establishing Friend, Denise was an Investment Controller at 3i and focused on buy-outs and development capital for growth businesses.
Registered to carry out audit work in the UK and regulated for a range of investment business activities by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
Company registration number: 07746831