Managing Partner

Russell Carter

Russell Carter is a seasoned investment strategist and corporate advisor with over 15 years of experience across private equity, M&A, and digital transformation. As the Co-Founder and Managing Partner of C&H Group, Russell leads the integration of capital, advisory, and digital services powered by proprietary artificial intelligence.

He has structured and raised over $500 million USD in growth capital and debt facilities for mid-market businesses across Africa, the UK, and the Middle East. Russell is known for his ability to uncover hidden value, design intelligent financial structures, and guide businesses through complex turnarounds, exits, and technology transformations.

His AI-led model — developed over 3.5 years and trained on more than 5 million data points — underpins the core of C&H Group’s differentiated strategy. It allows for predictive investment screening, real-time M&A readiness assessments, and dynamic digital planning for operational scaling.

Whether restructuring a business for sale, raising institutional capital, or embedding digital solutions for long-term growth, Russell brings a unique blend of strategic thinking, data intelligence, and executional rigour.

Partner

Mike Hoffman

Mike Hofman is a seasoned businessman and commercial strategist with over two decades of experience in originating, structuring, and closing high-value business transactions. As a Partner at C&H Group, Mike is responsible for deal origination, strategic alliances, and ensuring the right opportunities are matched with the right capital.

With a strong network across Africa, the UK, and the Middle East, Mike has played a pivotal role in sourcing and initiating deals across sectors including industrials, property development, logistics, and technology. His sharp business intuition and relationship-driven approach have led to the successful initiation of numerous M&A transactions and growth capital raises.

Mike’s strength lies in his ability to unlock doors — building trust with founders, identifying undercapitalised businesses with strong fundamentals, and preparing them for strategic growth or exit. He works hand-in-hand with both business owners and investors to ensure alignment, value creation, and long-term success.

At C&H Group, Mike leads the front end of the deal lifecycle, ensuring our pipeline is both strategic and scalable.

Non-Executive Director – COO

Lurinda Stander

Lurinda joins C and H Group as a Non-Executive Director, bringing with her over two decades of senior leadership experience across finance, manufacturing, and operations.

With more than 20 years as a Chief Financial Officer, she has built a strong reputation for driving financial performance, implementing governance structures, and enabling sustainable growth. Her extensive background in finance equips her with a strategic mindset and a deep understanding of the operational levers that create long-term value.

In her role at C and H Group, Lurinda will provide oversight and guidance in operational excellence, manufacturing, and operational strategy, ensuring that the business continues to deliver efficiency, innovation, and resilience across its operations.

Throughout her career, she has successfully led transformation programs, optimized manufacturing processes, and fostered operational improvements that delivered measurable results. She combines board-level experience with hands-on operational insight, making her a trusted advisor and a key contributor to strategic decision-making.

Lurinda’s expertise, coupled with her commitment to excellence and governance, strengthens C and H Group’s leadership team and positions the business for continued growth and success.

Executive Director

Tracey Richardson

Tracey brings a unique blend of entrepreneurial experience and executive support expertise to her role as Executive Assistant at C and H Group. Having successfully run her own business for several years, she developed strong capabilities in organization, client relationship management, and operational efficiency, which she now leverages to support the leadership team.

With a proven ability to manage competing priorities, streamline processes, and foster professional relationships, Tracey ensures that the executive office runs seamlessly. She is highly skilled in client liaison and stakeholder engagement, acting as a trusted first point of contact and representing the business with professionalism and care.

Her background as a business owner has given her a deep understanding of what it takes to drive success, from managing day-to-day operations to delivering exceptional client experiences. This entrepreneurial mindset allows her to anticipate needs, solve problems proactively, and contribute strategically beyond traditional administrative responsibilities.

Tracey’s commitment to excellence, combined with her interpersonal skills and business acumen, makes her an invaluable asset in supporting the company’s executives and strengthening client partnerships.

Associate

Mark Battrick

Mark Battrick is a seasoned supply chain and logistics specialist with deep expertise in driving operational efficiency, technology integration, and end-to-end supply chain optimization.

With extensive experience working in software and enterprise solutions, including a strong background at SAP, Mark has developed a proven track record of helping organizations harness technology to streamline logistics, enhance visibility, and deliver measurable business outcomes. His work has spanned supply chain planning, execution, and digital transformation, enabling companies to adapt to complex market demands while improving resilience and efficiency.

Mark’s unique combination of hands-on logistics expertise and technology-driven problem-solving allows him to bridge the gap between operational needs and innovative software solutions. At SAP, he contributed to the development and implementation of supply chain systems that supported global businesses in achieving scalable and sustainable growth.

A trusted advisor and thought leader in the field, Mark continues to apply his knowledge of supply chain strategy, process optimization, and digital enablement to support organizations in building agile, future-ready operations.

Associate

Ryan Meyer

Ryan Mayer is a seasoned deal originator with a sharp financial acumen and a proven track record of identifying, structuring, and delivering high-value transactions across diverse industries. With over a decade of experience in finance, investment, and strategic business development, Ryan combines analytical rigor with commercial intuition to unlock opportunities others often overlook.

His core expertise lies in originating mandates across mergers & acquisitions, capital raising, and advisory services — with a deep understanding of financial modeling, valuation, and stakeholder negotiation. Ryan has built a reputation for cultivating strong client relationships, sourcing off-market opportunities, and driving revenue growth through targeted pipeline development.

Prior to joining C&H Group, Ryan held key positions in boutique investment firms and financial advisory consultancies, where he led deal sourcing initiatives and collaborated with executive teams to align capital and strategic objectives.

At C&H Group, Ryan plays a critical role in expanding the firm’s presence across Advisory, Digital, and Capital divisions — sourcing high-quality mandates and connecting clients with bespoke, value-driven solutions.