David Murray-Hundley Shortlisted for Global Entrepreneur

Pario Ventures is thrilled to announce that Co-Founder and CEO, David Murray-Hundley “The Grumpy Entrepreneur” has been shortlisted for the 2024 Allica Bank Great British Entrepreneur Awards. David is recognised in the Global Entrepreneur of the Year category sponsored by Airwallex.

The Great British Entrepreneur Awards celebrate the achievements of the UK’s most dynamic and innovative businesses and attract thousands of applicants each year. This year’s shortlist showcases businesses with a combined turnover of nearly £2.9 billion and approximately 20,000 employees, underscoring their pivotal role in propelling economic growth and fostering innovation.

Based in London, Brussels and Sunnyvale, California, Pario Ventures is recognised for its outstanding contributions to investment in start-ups and scale-ups. Recently named as the UK’s Best Automotive Investment Firm 2024, Pario has changed focus for 2024 and is leading the charge towards a more sustainable, NetZero world across the Energy, Automotive, and Mobility.

“I’m not usually one for accolades, so for us to be shortlisted for such a prestigious award is quite the honour. It is nice to be recognised for our efforts. It has been an incredible year of growth for Pario Ventures, investing in innovative organisations worldwide. Our commitment extends beyond financial investment to providing comprehensive strategic guidance and operational support, offering meaningful support to fellow entrepreneurs across the globe,” said David Murray-Hundley, Co-Founder and CEO at Pario Ventures.

“Together with my co-partner, and friend Kevin Doyle, we have proudly invested in many countries around the world. Personally, I am dedicated to supporting ventures in Africa, the US, Canada, Australia, Asia, Italy, Sweden, and the UK”.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, David worked at no cost directly with over 2,000 companies and founders, reinforcing the firm’s commitment to fostering entrepreneurial growth. Pario Ventures has participated in some of the largest investment rounds globally over the past two years.

Francesca James, Founder of the Great British Entrepreneur Awards, stated, “The calibre of entries this year is truly outstanding. These entrepreneurs are the backbone of our economy, and their stories are a testament to the incredible resilience and creativity of the UK’s business community. We are thrilled to recognise their achievements and support their continued growth.”

Previous winners of the Great British Entrepreneur Awards include the founders of BrewDog, MyEnergi, Zilch, Grenade, and ClearScore, who have gone on to become household names.

“We’re thrilled to sponsor the Great British Entrepreneur Awards and congratulate the exceptional entrepreneurs who have made it to the shortlist. Their innovation, resilience, and passion embody the spirit of British entrepreneurship. At Airwallex, we’re committed to supporting and celebrating these visionaries who are creating step-change in their businesses and industries.” Natalie Williams, Marketing Director, at Airwallex EMEA.

The awards ceremony, which takes place on Monday 18th November, at London’s prestigious Grosvenor House, is the largest entrepreneurial celebration in the UK.

For more information about Pario Ventures, please visit www.parioventures.com. To learn more about the Great British Entrepreneur Awards, visit www.greatbritishentrepreneurawards.com.