Interpath appoints new chair as Bridgepoint investment completes

Interpath has announced the appointment of Chris Woodhouse as its new chair, following the successful majority stake acquisition by private equity firm Bridgepoint. 

The investment received regulatory approval and will fund the next phase of the firm’s international growth. Interpath employs more than 1,000 professionals across 14 countries.

Woodhouse previously served as chief executive of Evelyn Partners and the RAC. He has also held leadership positions at Isio, Homebase, Halfords, and the Gondola Group.

He replaces Tamara Box, who has served as chair since October 2024. Box first joined the business five years ago as a non-executive director.

Interpath operates in markets including the UK, Ireland, France, Germany, and Singapore. The firm plans to use Bridgepoint’s backing to pursue strategic acquisitions and expand its services globally.

Bridgepoint has a history of investing in professional services firms. Its current and former portfolio includes Alpha FMC, HKA, HT Digital, Analysys Mason, Argon and Co, Forward Global, and ERM.

Woodhouse said: “I’m excited to take on the role of chair at Interpath at a time of significant momentum for the business. With a talented leadership team, an increasingly international footprint and the backing of Bridgepoint, Interpath is exceptionally well positioned to invest in its people, capabilities and clients, while staying true to the values that underpin its success.”

Mark Raddan, chief executive of Interpath, said: “Chris is an outstanding business leader, and I know his experience leading and scaling ambitious professional services organisations will be invaluable as we continue to grow the firm internationally.

“I’d like to express my deep thanks to Tamara who has been a hugely important part of our business over the past five years, first as a non-executive director and latterly as chair, providing wise counsel, steady support and invaluable guidance as we’ve grown and evolved.”

Charles Welham, partner and sector head for business and financial services at Bridgepoint, added: “Interpath’s success is built on the strength of its people, a team that combines deep expertise with an entrepreneurial mindset and a clear ambition to scale the platform. 

“We look forward to working closely with Mark, Chris and the wider team to accelerate Interpath’s strategy while preserving the culture and independence that clients value.”