INVEST RAISE ABOUT INSTITUTIONAL arrow_back BACK Downing selected as finalists for HealthInvestor and LaingBuisson 2021 Awards 10 September 2021 Recognised as one of the leading UK players in the healthcare investment market, Downing LLP is pleased to announce that it has been selected as a finalist in two upcoming prestigious industry awards: firstly, in the Private Equity Investor of the Year category in next week’s HealthInvestor Awards 2021 and secondly, in the Investor category in the LaingBuisson Awards 2021, that will be held in November 2021. HealthInvestor Awards 2021 The HealthInvestor Awards promote excellence and recognise innovation in the independent healthcare sector. This year, the judges are looking for organisations and individuals that have made an outstanding contribution to healthcare between March 2020 – March 2021 in this competitive space that is becoming an increasingly important sector for the UK economy. The awards are aimed at those professionals investing in, advising or operating companies in the health and social care sector and the finalists represent the leading players in this diverse and burgeoning market. Downing’s commitment to healthcare has continued to grow sustainably throughout 2020-21 against the backdrop of the Covid-19 pandemic, with 13 significant healthcare transactions completed benefitting numerous communities and individuals within the healthcare space. LaingBuisson Awards 2021 Now in its 16th year, the LaingBuisson Awards celebrate businesses that set new standards of excellence throughout the healthcare sector. Downing is actively investing right across the healthcare spectrum, including elderly residential healthcare, specialist care, specialist education, retirement living, health services, medical devices, imaging and diagnostic services, biotechnology and health & wellbeing platforms. The final winner of the HealthInvestor Awards will be announced at an awards ceremony held on Monday 13th September and in November 2021 for the LaingBuisson Awards. Commenting on both of Downing’s finalist nominations, Mark Gross, Partner at Downing LLP, said: "The importance of investment in the healthcare sector has been highlighted in the last year, more than ever, in the context of the global pandemic. It is Downing’s motivation to support growing companies in the healthcare sector that are typically underserved by other investors. In doing so, we are proud to provide a positive impact to numerous people who benefit from the amazing work that these companies do. We focus on a continued commitment to bettering society through our proactive ESG and sustainability agenda, which simultaneously puts us alongside motivated and innovative management teams and businesses while also driving strong risk adjusted returns for our investors.” Downing wishes the best of luck to Mark and his team. For more information, please visit https://www.downing.co.uk/business/development-capital ENDS Downing Home Our story The team News & views Responsible investing Careers Contact us Invest Bonds EIS Estate planning Downing Fund Managers VCT Existing investor Investor centre Institutional Institutional investors Infrastructure asset management Raise Development Capital Energy Healthcare Leisure Property Wholesale Finance Ventures Ventures home About ventures Portfolio Ventures team Ventures careers Legal & support Privacy & cookie policy Information Security Policy Statement Terms and conditions Terms of business Inducement disclosure FAQs Pillar III Modern slavery statement Fraud prevention Complaints Social Twitter LinkedIn Downing LLP does not provide advice or make personal recommendations and investors are strongly urged to seek independent advice before investing. Investments offered on this website carry a higher risk than many other types of investment and prospective investors should be aware that capital is at risk and the value of their investment may go down as well as up. Any investment should only be made on the basis of the relevant product literature and your attention is drawn to the risk, fees and taxation factors contained therein. Tax treatment depends on individual circumstances of each investor and may be subject to change in the future. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. Downing LLP is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (Firm Reference Number 545025). Registered in England No. OC341575. Registered Office: St Magnus House, 3 Lower Thames Street, London EC3R 6HD. VAT Number: 112 940 149 We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. Click here for more information. DISMISS Feedback