Lepe Partners was established in 2011 as a unique merchant bank focused on helping media entrepreneurs and business leaders unlock growth. Founded by Jonathan Goodwin, Julian Culhane, our vision is to become the leading advisor to, and investor in, media entrepreneurs and companies in Europe. By combining our extensive experience, far-reaching network and advisory & investment expertise, we can provide significant value for our clients, investors and portfolio companies. Our immediate network includes Founders Forum, the exclusive annual gathering of media entrepreneurs and investors founded by Jonathan Goodwin and Brent Hoberman in 2003, and ProFounders Capital, one of Europe's premier and most innovative venture capital firms, founded by Jonathan Goodwin, Brent Hoberman (lastminute.com) and Michael Birch (Bebo).