Our People

James Coleman,

Managing Director

James is the Founder of Quest, he works with clients every day as well as with investors in the UK, France, Switzerland and the US. He has worked exclusively in fund placement since 1999. James loves his job. His key motivation is helping clients establish ambitious long term fundraising strategies to develop their business in a way to fit their personal goals and marrying it with like minded investors.

Natalya Montegriffo
de Wynne,

Senior Director

Natalya has been part of Quest since inception. She works with investors across Germany, Holland, Spain, UK and the US as well as advising clients through their fundraise. She has worked in placement for 18 years. Natalya really enjoys the sales function and enjoys seeking out ways to convert opinion. She loves language and gets great satisfaction in working on the key positioning messages.

Vince has worked in the private equity industry for over 30 years and has served as Chairman of the British Venture Capital and Private Equity Association. A former GP and Quest client, he is a senior adviser to Quest and assists the firm in all aspects of the fundraising process, operational matters and strategy. He is driven by a passion for the private equity asset class and for providing clients, through Quest, with a first class fundraising service.

Giorgio is part of Quest sales team and is responsible for investors coverage in Europe and the US. Giorgio has more than fifteen years of experience in the alternative investment industry. In his career, Giorgio helped successfully bring to market complex, multi asset class investment products and raise assets from institutional investors globally. He enjoys discussing investment opportunities with investors and supporting them in achieving their objectives.

Mike, who heads up our Barcelona office, is part of our client management team and helps our clients develop and manage their fundraising strategy. Prior to Quest, Mike has 11 years’ experience in strategy and transactions consulting to European private equity funds. He particularly enjoys working with our clients to develop a growth plan that allows them to achieve their long-term ambitions.

Bertie is part of the Quest sales team and is responsible for investor coverage across Europe and the US. Bertie has more than 12 years of experience in Investment Banking and fundraising having worked in both London and New York, most recently at Goldman Sachs. He enjoys cultivating long-term, meaningful relationships with investors and supporting them in finding best in class funds.

Kris is part of the Quest sales team and is responsible for investor coverage across North America, Europe, Middle East and Asia ex-Japan. Kris has over 12 years of experience in investor sales and relationship management, having spent the majority of his career at Citi covering institutional clients and family offices globally. He is especially focused on growing his investor network and relationships in order to provide them first-rate solutions to their investment goals.

Griff is a member of our project management team, joining with 4 years of experience in M&A & restructuring. As part of his role at Quest, he has responsibility for developing project marketing materials and helping refine client fundraising strategies. Griff is also involved in client origination, and particularly enjoys producing analysis of European Mid Market Managers.

Seb is a member of the project management team, bringing with him experience across both sell-side and buy-side M&A. He takes on the role of crafting compelling process materials and enhancing client investment strategies. Seb also actively contributes to origination efforts and finds great satisfaction in working with market-leading clients on a global level.

Vincent is a member of the Project Management team and is responsible for developing project marketing materials, as well as helping clients to refine their fundraising strategies. Prior to Quest, he had 6 years of experience in Investment Banking and fundraising – most recently at J.P. Morgan. He particularly enjoys working with clients and internal stakeholders to drive efficient processes.

Duncan is the Head of Operations and Compliance with over 18 years of experience in the financial industry. He specialises in building processes and procedures, ensuring robust controls and functions across all business aspects. His strategic approach and attention to detail have consistently driven organizational efficiency and regulatory adherence. With a proven track record, Duncan continues to lead with a focus on operational excellence and regulatory compliance.

Louise is Executive Assistant to James. Prior to joining Quest in 2023, Louise worked within Private Equity for over 10 years. She enjoys juggling schedules, as well as working with Clients and Investors to ensure the smooth running of busy diaries.

Hannah is Executive Assistant to Natalya and Vince. She is responsible for office management, client roadshows and logistics. Hannah also supports operations for the business. She really enjoys logistics planning and seeing the successful outcome of complex client roadshows, as these meetings can be key to the relationship between investor and client.

Angela is the Head of Marketing at Quest. Her expertise spans both marketing and social media. Her key responsibility is to drive the Quest marketing strategy. She excels in shaping press narratives, leading marketing initiatives, and enhancing brand image. Angela has a passion for innovative marketing solutions and emerging technologies.