Francesca helps LDC to identify, invest in and support ambitious management teams across London.
She joined LDC in 2021 from HSBC Asset Management, where she worked in the Venture and Growth Investments team. Francesca supported with LDC’s investment in 15below, Etrading Software and Sedex. She also supported the exit and re-investment of Kerv, which generated an IRR of 45% for LDC.
During her time at HSBC, Francesca focused on early-stage fintech investments, and was involved in the oversight of the Bank’s strategic investment portfolio, as well as the establishment of HSBC Asset Management’s first Fintech fund. Prior to joining the Venture and Growth Investments team, Francesca completed the graduate programme at HSBC Asset Management, where she gained experience across its Fixed Income, ETF, Private Equity and Risk teams.
Francesca holds a first class honours degree in Politics and International Relations from the University of Bristol.
