Our Yorkshire team celebrated a fantastic achievement at the Yorkshire Insider Dealmakers Awards, with Partner Richard Goldsack winning the prestigious Dealmaker of the Year title for 2025.
Since joining the firm in 2020, Richard has built Clearwater’s Leeds office into the region’s largest corporate finance advisory team, advising on major transactions. During the qualifying period, Richard and his team led several landmark deals, including:
- The investment in Lomond by ICG and LDC
- The sale of Senior Architectural Systems to ASSA ABLOY
- The sale of Oakland to Softcat plc
Since joining the firm in 2020, Richard has built Clearwater’s Leeds office into the region’s largest corporate finance advisory team, advising on major transactions.
Mark Taylor, UK CEO:
“Rich thoroughly deserves this award for his exceptional contribution to the Yorkshire business community and his outstanding track record in delivering landmark deals. He has been instrumental in the growth of our Leeds team, which continues to go from strength to strength. It’s great to see our community come together and celebrate the success of the last 12 months in the region – well done to all.”
Judges praised Richard’s performance over the past 12 months, noting: “Having previously won the Dealmaker title in 2021, Richard impressed the judges once again with an outstanding year of deals, including ICG's investment in Lomond. Richard demonstrates real added value across high-profile transactions, resulting from deeply embedded relationships.”
Insider’s Yorkshire Dealmakers Awards 2025 brought together the region’s leading professionals to celebrate the most significant transactions of the past year and the teams behind them. The black-tie event, held at New Dock Hall within the Royal Armouries and hosted by Colin Murray, recognised the achievements of top financiers, bankers, lawyers, and funders shaping Yorkshire’s dealmaking landscape.
Richard Goldsack, Partner:
“I am delighted to win this award. It reflects the incredible work our Yorkshire team delivers for our clients. Our focus has always been on building strong, trusted relationships and providing advice that truly adds value for the people we work with. The past year has seen some landmark transactions, and I’m proud of the role we’ve played in helping businesses achieve their ambitions. This recognition reinforces our commitment to driving growth and supporting the region’s dynamic corporate finance market.”
