
The Full Story
About
Founded in 2024 by Pete Ochieng and James Oyuke, Imperial Foundry Limited was born from a vision to revolutionise financial advisory services for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the UK. With decades of combined experience in finance leadership, strategy, and mergers & acquisitions, our founders recognised a critical gap in the market: the need for high-quality, personalised financial guidance tailored specifically for ambitious SMEs.

Mission
To empower small and medium-sized enterprises in the UK with strategic financial guidance, enabling them to achieve sustainable growth and success.
Expertise
At Imperial Foundry, we bring together a wealth of experience from diverse industries and blue-chip companies. Our team's expertise spans financial leadership, strategic planning, M&A advisory, and corporate finance, allowing us to offer comprehensive solutions to complex business challenges.


Approach
We believe that every business is unique, and so are its financial needs. That's why we take a personalised approach, becoming an extension of your team. We dive deep into understanding your business, its challenges, and its aspirations. Our commitment is not just to provide advice, but to foster long-term partnerships that drive real value for our clients.
Meet the Team
At Imperial Foundry, our strength lies in our people. Our team brings together decades of experience in finance, strategy, and M&A from some of the world's leading companies. We're not just advisors; we're partners in your success, committed to delivering exceptional results for every client. Get to know the experts who will be by your side, guiding your business towards financial excellence.

James Oyuke
Director, Mergers & Acquisitions
James brings a unique blend of legal and financial expertise to Imperial Foundry. With an LLB, an MBA from the University of Birmingham, and CGMA qualification, he has honed his skills as legal counsel at SBM Bank and in Corporate Finance at Hazlewoods LLP, specialising in mid-market M&A.

Pete Ochieng
Director, Finance & Strategy
With an MSc in Finance, FMVA from Corporate Finance Institute, and extensive experience in finance leadership roles at prominent companies like Nation Media Group, Multichoice, Diageo, and SKA Observatory, Pete brings a wealth of strategic financial expertise to our clients.
Values
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Integrity: We uphold the highest ethical standards in all our dealings
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Excellence: We strive for exceptional quality in our work and advice
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Innovation: We continuously seek new ways to add value to our clients
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Collaboration: We work closely with our clients, becoming an extension of their team
Why Choose Us
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Specialised focus on SMEs with revenues of up to £10 million
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Combination of big-firm experience with boutique-firm attention
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Strong network in financial and legal sectors
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Tailored solutions that address your specific business needs
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Commitment to driving tangible results and long-term success for our clients

Our Commitment to the Community
At Imperial Foundry, we believe in the power of SMEs to drive innovation and economic growth. We're committed to supporting the UK's SME sector not just through our services, but also through active involvement in local business communities and mentorship programmes.
Looking Forward
As we grow, our vision remains clear: to be the premier financial advisory firm for SMEs in the UK, known for our expertise, integrity, and personalised approach. We're excited about the future and the opportunity to help more businesses achieve their full potential.
Ready to forge your financial future? Explore our services or get in touch to start your journey with Imperial Foundry.