Case examples

Dr Harry Brunjes, Chairman of Premier Medical Group

"Since the turn of the century Premier Medical has achieved continuous organic growth. In order to take the business on to the next platform an investment partner was required. We had received several approaches from the City but Normura was by far the most attractive. Nomura provides financial support and diligence but, more importantly, a profound understanding of opportunities in the healthcare arena. Like Premier Medical, Nomura has medics at the highest level and is well connected with a range of professional medical associations throughout the United Kingdom. We genuinely believe there are significant synergies to be realised and our strategy is for Premier Medical to become a platform to develop a greater profile and diversity in healthcare provision."

Gary Laurence, CEO and Co-founder of Huntress

"We are of course thrilled to have been supported by Nomura. The sheer scale and footprint of our new financial backers combined with our highly successful growth model should propel us onto a larger national and international footing as a means of serving our clients needs more completely."

Jerry Bereika, CEO and majority shareholder in Lifeways

"Lifeways chose Nomura in 2005 over several other private equity groups seeking to invest in our company. The selection of Nomura was actually surprisingly easy based on their expertise and influence in the health and social care sector, their integrity, financial strength, and a shared vision that the development of the company should be based on quality of care. Nomura has added value through their sound advice, relationships with government, banking and industry contacts, and robust market research capabilities. They have been active and supportive but not intrusive partners in formulating our strategic and financial plans."

Phil Soran, CEO of Compellent Technologies

"Compellent Technologies chose Nomura as its investment partner for several reasons. We were especially interested in Nomura helping us with our international expansion strategy and execution. The other key factor was the chemistry between our teams - they are great compatible investors. They were knowledgeable in our space and efficient in their due diligence process. Unlike other VCs, they are able to make an informed investment decision quickly. Nomura gets my highest level of recommendation."