Team

Chris joined Unicorn in 2005 and has invested professionally in UK equities since 1998, with a particular specialism in small and mid-sized companies. As CEO, he works alongside the firm’s other Executive Directors on Unicorn’s overall strategy, management, and long-term direction. He is co-manager of the Unicorn AIM VCT, the Unicorn AIM IHT Portfolios and the Unicorn Outstanding British Companies Fund, alongside the wider UK equity team.

Cleo has been with Unicorn since 2024 and brings extensive expertise in both public and private markets. Prior to joining Unicorn, Cleo spent over seven years at Maven Capital Partners, where she contributed to the success of its highly regarded VCT range. Cleo is a CFA Level II Candidate and a part of the team managing the OEIC, AIM VCT, IHT portfolios, and Segregated Accounts. She graduated from the University of Strathclyde with a BSc (Hons) in Mathematics, Statistics, and Finance.

Cordelia joined the team in 2022 having previously worked as an Investment Banking Analyst at J.P. Morgan. A holder of the CFA Institute Sustainable Investing Certificate (formerly the Certificate in ESG Investing) alongside being a full CFA charter holder, Cordelia leads Unicorn’s sustainability approach, working as part of the investment team across the OEIC, AIM VCT, IHT Portfolios and Segregated Accounts. Cordelia graduated from London School of Economics & Political Science (LSE) with a BSc in Economic History.

Fraser joined Unicorn in 2008. He is Co-CIO alongside Simon Moon and co-manages the Unicorn UK Income Strategy, the UK Smaller Companies Fund, the UK Growth Fund, the Unicorn AIM VCT and the Unicorn AIM IHT Portfolios, working closely with the wider UK equity team.

Fraser previously held positions at F&C Asset Management and Geoghegan & Co Chartered Accountants. He graduated from the University of St Andrews in 2003 with a degree in Economics and Management and is a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants.

Max joined the firm in 2014 and is Assistant Portfolio Manager of the Unicorn Mastertrust Fund as well as Co-Manager of the Unicorn Outstanding British Companies Fund and the AIM VCT and AIM IHT portfolios. Prior to joining Unicorn, Max worked as an Investment Manager at Brewin Dolphin. He graduated from Newcastle University in 2009 with a First-Class degree.

Peter is Portfolio Manager of the Unicorn Mastertrust Fund working alongside assistant manager Max Ormiston. His knowledge of the collective funds industry was acquired as an investment trust analyst and commentator between 1983 and 2001. From 1983 to 1988 he was the investment trust analyst at Hoare Govett (now ABN Amro). In 1988 Peter joined Credit Lyonnais Securities, where he led the Investment Trust department and authored the Investment Trust Yearbook until 1999.

Simon joined Unicorn in 2008. He is Co-CIO alongside Fraser Mackersie and co-manages the Unicorn UK Income Strategy, the UK Smaller Companies Fund, the UK Growth Fund, the Unicorn AIM VCT and the Unicorn AIM IHT Portfolios, working closely with the wider UK equity team.

Before joining Unicorn, Simon worked as a research analyst at JM Finn & Co. Stockbrokers and spent three years on the NHS graduate finance scheme, where he built a strong foundation in financial analysis and management accounting through the CIMA programme.

Alisdair joined Unicorn Asset Management in 2021, bringing more than a decade of industry experience. As Chief Operating Officer and an Executive Director, he serves as both Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) and Compliance Oversight Officer, and works alongside the firm’s other Executive Directors on its management, strategic direction, and operational and regulatory framework. He liaises closely with the Investment and Risk and Compliance teams across all strategies.

Alisdair is a Professional Member of the International Compliance Association (MICA) and holds the ICA Diploma in Governance, Risk and Compliance. He graduated from Royal Holloway, University of London, and holds a Master’s degree from the University of East Anglia.

Jaimin joined Unicorn Asset Management in 2018 after completing an MSc in Accounting and Finance at the University of Nottingham. He supports the day to day monitoring and oversight of portfolios across the firm, providing detailed statistical analysis and reporting to the Investment and Risk and Compliance teams. He also supports portfolio analytics, risk monitoring, and management information processes, helping to ensure robust oversight and informed decision making after within Unicorn’s strategies.

Mark Westcott began his career in equity markets in 2007. He co-founded ShadowFall Capital & Research, a research-driven investment firm where he oversaw operations, investor relationships, and business strategy. He held senior roles at Singer Capital Markets, including Head of Product and Chief Strategy Officer, and served as Head of Equity Sales at Cantor Fitzgerald Europe. Mark joined Unicorn in 2024 to strengthen institutional relationships and expand the firm’s global strategy.

Romana joined Unicorn Asset Management in May 2024, bringing extensive international compliance experience gained across a range of investment management and financial services firms. Prior to joining Unicorn, she worked as a Senior Compliance Specialist at Mercer in Boston, USA. Earlier roles included compliance positions at Ingenious Media, Barclays, Babson Capital Management, SEI Investments and Cantor Index.

Romana joined Unicorn to further strengthen the firm’s compliance framework and provide dedicated support across the business. She graduated from the University of Greenwich in 2002 with an LLB (Hons) in Law with French.

Philip helped found Unicorn while at the merchant bank Granville, joining the team full time in 2001 and subsequently serving as an Executive Director. He graduated in 1982 from UCL with a BSc in Economics and qualified as a Chartered Accountant with Touche Ross prior to joining Granville in 1987. Philip retired as an Executive Director of Unicorn in 2026 and now serves as a Non Independent Non Executive Director.

A Chartered Accountant (ACCA), Simon joined Unicorn in 2014 after gaining a BSc in Economics and an MSc in Business Analysis and Management from Loughborough University and holds the International Certificate in Financial Services Risk Management. Focussed on the risk, finance and operational side of the business, Simon is responsible for assessing risk in investment portfolios and monitoring risk appetite, risk budget, limits and triggers. Simon chairs the Portfolio Risk Committee and works closely with the wider Risk & Compliance team across the OEIC, AIM Services and Managed Accounts.

Peter has spent several decades in the City of London, with a particular focus on venture capital and smaller companies in the UK and the United States. He co founded Abingworth plc, a London listed venture capital company, which under his leadership invested predominantly in US growth businesses while also backing innovative UK companies. Early stage investments included Apple, Standard Microsystems and Advanced Cardiovascular Systems in the United States, and City Centre Restaurants in the UK. Peter also served on the boards of a number of investee companies.

He has since served as a non executive director and chairman across a range of listed companies, investment trusts and venture capital trusts, including chairmanships and senior independent directorships at vehicles focused on UK micro cap, renewable infrastructure and AIM listed growth companies. He has also held board positions in operating businesses spanning social housing, technology and financial services.

Richard is a highly experienced investment professional with a distinguished career spanning both portfolio management and asset management leadership. He spent over 25 years at Flemings in London and New York, where he worked as an investment analyst and fund manager, gaining extensive experience across international equity markets and institutional portfolio management. Following the sale of Robert Fleming in 2000, he was appointed to establish the asset management business for Fleming Family and Partners. He served first as CEO and, from 2010, as Chairman of FF&P Asset Management and subsequently Stonehage Fleming Investment Management, providing strategic oversight and guiding the business through its development as a leading private client investment manager. He continues to serve as a Senior Adviser to Stonehage Fleming.

Richard read History at Corpus Christi College, Oxford. In addition to his advisory work, he holds a number of non-executive and trustee appointments, including as a director or trustee of the Dulverton Trust, the College of Arms Trust and the Fremantle Trust. He is also a member of Corpus Christi College’s Endowment Advisory Board and chairs the Dulverton Finance Committee, reflecting his longstanding commitment to governance, endowment oversight and responsible charitable investment management.