Tosca Debt Capital

Tosca Debt Capital is a regional debt fund based in Manchester, England, specializing in offering flexible funding solutions to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and smaller corporate businesses in the UK. Established in 2015, the firm focuses on providing tailored debt financing, including unitranche, senior, and second lien funding, to support businesses in their growth and development phases. Tosca Debt Capital primarily targets the lower mid-market segment, serving companies with earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) ranging from £3 million to £10 million.

The firm's investment strategy emphasizes flexibility and customization, ensuring that capital structures are aligned with clients' specific requirements and include cash preservation features to deliver value to shareholders. Tosca Debt Capital is committed to building relationships and supporting the regional market, differentiating itself by being based outside of London and focusing on businesses that are currently under-served in private debt financing. The team comprises investment directors and portfolio managers with a combined 120 years of experience in investment and credit risk, led by partners Gary Davison and Richard Williams.

Tosca Debt Capital has a track record of providing non-amortizing debt finance of up to £25 million across various structures, such as senior/first lien, second lien, and unitranche. The firm has been recognized for its contributions to the industry, including being named Funder of the Year in 2017 at the Rainmaker Awards hosted by TheBusinessDesk. The company's portfolio includes investments in sectors such as Financial Services, FinTech, Recruiting, Delivery, Education, Building Material, Consulting, Chemical, Legal, and Staffing Agency, reflecting its diverse approach to supporting the growth of UK-based businesses.