Bowmark reinvests in Focus Group

Founded in 2003 by Ralph Gilbert and Chris Goodman, Focus Group provides digital workplace solutions to approximately 30,000 SME customers, and has revenues in excess of £250 million and over 900 staff. The company offers a single point of contact for the information technology needs of its clients, providing communications and software solutions, connectivity and value-added IT services.

Bowmark originally invested in Focus Group in March 2020, to support the company’s growth strategy.  During Bowmark’s four-year investment period, the company more than trebled its revenues, significantly expanded its range of technology solutions, and broadened its coverage across the UK.  This was driven by double-digit organic growth and the completion of 24 acquisitions.

Bowmark partner Tom Shelford said: “Over the past four years, Focus Group has delivered industry-leading organic growth, coupled with a highly successful acquisition strategy to support its product and geographic expansion.  We have built a strong partnership with the team as it invested in the people, systems and service excellence which underpin this success – and are excited to be working with Hg and the management team in the next stage of the company’s growth.”

Focus Group co-founder Chris Goodman commented: “Bowmark has been a great partner, helping us to capitalise on the company’s multiple growth opportunities, and we are delighted to be continuing the journey with them, alongside Hg.”

Hg partner, Nick Jordan, commented: “We welcome Bowmark’s continued investment and support, which is testament to the company’s exciting prospects, as we look to scale Focus into a national champion in the industry.”