Factotum Welcomes Harold Gittelmon as New Chairman

We are delighted to announce that Harold Gittelmon has agreed to join Factotum as our new Chairman.

This is a significant moment for Factotum, and we couldn’t be more pleased to welcome the wealth of experience, energy, and strategic insight Harold brings to the team. Bobby’s long-standing collaboration with Harold has shown him to be the ideal partner to guide us through our next exciting phase of growth. Harold’s proven ability to drive substantial growth, combined with his deep understanding of strategic investment, will be invaluable as we continue to scale and evolve the business.

Harold’s impressive career spans over two decades across private equity, banking, and retail within both Europe and the US. His journey began at the esteemed 3i Group plc, where he spearheaded numerous successful acquisitions, Initial Public Offerings (IPOs), and Alternative Investment Market (AIM) listings, delivering notable portfolio growth and expansion into key markets. He then co-founded and served as Managing Director at Eclipse Investment Partners, playing a pivotal role in a considerable number of private equity transactions. His track record demonstrates his strategic acumen and ability to deliver results.

Beyond his private equity success, Harold has also demonstrated strong leadership across diverse sectors. His tenure as CEO of Harding Brothers Limited and CEO Europe for Flemingo further showcases his operational expertise and leadership capabilities. Today, he continues to drive growth and innovation as an active private investor with stakes in several dynamic businesses.

Bobby shared his perspective on this appointment:

“Having known and worked alongside Harold for some time now, I’ve always been deeply impressed by his strategic mind and his energetic approach. At this pivotal moment for Factotum, I can’t think of a better person to join us as Chairman. His experience in navigating growth and his insightful perspective will be absolutely crucial as we look to the future. This partnership feels like a natural fit, and I’m genuinely thrilled to have him on board.”

In his own words, Harold shared:

“I’ve been watching Factotum’s progress with keen interest, and I’m genuinely impressed by what the team has achieved. I’m delighted to have the opportunity to join as Chairman and to work alongside Bobby and the entire team to help shape the next phase of growth. I believe my experience in strategic development and investment can contribute meaningfully to Factotum’s future success, and I’m looking forward to getting started.”

We believe this marks an exciting new chapter for Factotum. We are confident that Harold’s invaluable experience and strategic direction will propel Factotum towards even greater achievements. This appointment isn’t just about adding a Chairman; it’s about injecting invaluable experience and strategic direction that will propel Factotum towards even greater achievements.