Joe Carpenter
Investment Associate
As part of the Investment Team at ECI, my role involves supporting the assessment of investment opportunities and executing on deals.
Prior to joining ECI, I worked in the Technology Investment Banking team at Jefferies and spent two years at Alantra advising on UK mid-market technology M&A transactions.
I am originally from Bournemouth and before entering the world of work I studied Economics at the University of Exeter.
“While at school, I worked as a waiter at a busy beachside restaurant. After displaying a distinct lack of ability to carry more than two things at once, I was quickly reassigned as a host in charge of greeting and seating customers. Whether that was a promotion or a demotion is up for debate!”
“While there are a number that spring to mind, I have to say ‘The Social Network’. It’s a great example of how a phenomenal score, well written script and thoughtful direction come together to create an incredibly compelling experience.”
“Most weekends you can find me out on a golf course somewhere. Although despite this, I can’t say that it’s had a material impact on the quality of my play…”