Andy Bell
Chief Executive Office & Co-Founder @ AJ Bell
Manchester, United Kingdom
Andy Bell is a angel investor at AJ Bell in Manchester focused on Security and Software. Andy co-founded AJ Bell in 1995, having spent a number of years working within the financial services sector. Graduating from Nottingham University in 1987 with a first class degree in Mathematics, he qualified as a Fellow of the Institute of Actuaries in 1993 and has built AJ Bell into one of the largest providers of low-cost, online investmentplatforms and stockbroker services in the UK. Andy is the principal driving force behind the business, and his focus is increasingly on future strategy and growth opportunities.
- Total investments:
- 5
- Last investment:
- Lead investor:
- 60%
Last updated:
For AI agents: llms.txt
Industries Andy Bell invests in
SecuritySoftwareComplianceConstructionFood Delivery
Stages Andy Bell invests in
AngelFunding RoundSeries B
Countries Andy Bell invests in
United Kingdom
Round sizes
Angel $1.5M–$4.1M
Round size
- Angel
- $1.5M–$4.1M
Investment Focus
Industry
- Security 1 (20%)
- Software 1 (20%)
- Compliance 1 (20%)
- Construction 1 (20%)
- Food Delivery 1 (20%)
Stage
- Angel 2 (40%)
- Funding Round 2 (40%)
- Series B 1 (20%)
Investments
| Company | Description | Round | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
McGoff Group
|
The McGoff Group is a multi-faceted collection of like-minded businesses whose primary aim is to remove the speculation associated with development. McGoff Construction is the build vehicle for the Group’s asset-backed operating businesses, whilst community-based developer Villafont promotes site identification and acquisition. New Care is adevelopment-led care operator established in 2010 and is unparalleled within the care sector. The Group’s latest venture is Downtown Manchester, a 368 unit private rental scheme in Salford, Manchester. Alongside Downtown, the investment will be channeled into New Care’s future pipeline of Care Centres along with the launch of Back to the Garden Childcare, a new generation children’s daycare offering. | $20.3M / Apr 28, 2026 | |
Here We Flo
|
Here We Flo manufactures Organic Femcare products. | $4.1M / Angel / Sep 18, 2025 | |
Transform Hub
|
Transform Hub is one of the fastest-growing group personal training franchises in the UK.We deliver structured, coaching-led personal training inside high-energy group sessions- primarily built for busy adults aged 35+ (all ages welcome).It combines the expertise and accountability of personal training with the affordability of group training.This isn’t a standard gym membership, it's an affordable personal training system complete with advice on fitness, nutrition, meals, and lifestyle habit change. There is also an introductory 6 week challenge to help you quickly lose the weight you want to shift and see productive changes. The 6-Week Challenge introductory offer also includes a Results Guarantee, with a 100% money-back guarantee if you don’t see results, provided program requirements are followed.Personal Training - Without the £70 Per Session Price TagIn the UK, 1-to-1 personal training typically costs £40-£70 per session.Transform Hub delivers coached, structured sessions for £39 per week ongoing.For most members training 3-4 times per week, that works out at less than £15 per coached workout.Every session includes:● Professional coaching and technique correction● Structured progressive programming● Accountability built into the system● Nutrition guidance and habit support● A motivating, results-focused environmentIt’s designed to give you the benefits of personal training - without the £400–£800 per month commitment.More Than Access to a GymTraditional gyms charge for access to equipment.Transform Hub charges for coaching, structure and results.Every member starts with an intensive introductory transformation programme, designed to create immediate momentum, measurable progress and long-term habit change.Ongoing membership includes:● Structured group personal training● Professional coaching every session● Progression tracking● Nutrition support (nutrition coaching)● Built-in accountability for profound and lasting shifts● Community-driven motivationMembers aren’t paying to “use the gym.” with Transform Hub. They’re investing in a proven coaching system.Built Specifically for Busy Adults 35+Sessions are:● Joint-friendly● Progressive and structured● Designed around busy schedules● Focused on sustainable fat loss, strength and energyMany members join after years of standard gym memberships with little progress. The difference with Transform Hub is support with fitness, structure and accountability to aid positive change.National Growth & Proven ResultsSince launching in 2018, Transform Hub has grown to:● 28 active UK gyms● 11 additional locations opening in 2026● 30,000+ unique attendees● Over 1,000,000 total visitsMembers commonly lose around a stone on average during their introductory phase, alongside improvements in strength, body composition and confidence. No need for fad diets.Results vary by individual, but the system is built to deliver measurable change - particularly for the 35+ demographic.Rated 4.7★ on TrustpilotWith over 130 Trustpilot reviews and a 4.7 rating, members consistently highlight:● Exceptional value compared to traditional personal training● Coaches who genuinely care● Strong community atmosphere● Sustainable, long-term resultsTransform Hub - Frequently Asked QuestionsIs Transform Hub personal training?Yes. Transform Hub delivers structured personal training inside a group format.Every session is coached by qualified trainers who provide technique correction, structured programming, progression tracking and accountability. It combines the expertise of 1-to-1 personal training with the energy and affordability of group training. A welcoming atmosphere as opposed to just one personal trainer.How much does Transform Hub cost?Ongoing membership starts at £39 per week, which includes structured group personal training, coaching, nutrition guidance and accountability.For members training 4 times per week, this works out at less than £15 per coached workout.Is Transform Hub cheaper than 1-to-1 personal training?Yes.In the UK, 1-to-1 personal training typically costs between £40 and £70 per session. That can total £400–£800+ per month.Transform Hub provides coached sessions, structured programming and accountability at £39 per week ongoing - making it a significantly more affordable alternative while still delivering professional coaching to get lasting results and self discovery over traditional wasted gym memberships.How is Transform Hub different from a normal gym?Traditional gyms charge for access to equipment.Transform Hub provides:● Structured training programmes● Professional coaching every session● Nutrition guidance● Progress tracking● Built-in accountability to really support people lose weight and feel healthier physically● A supportive community (can also aid with encouragement, mental health and positive impact)Members are not paying for access - they are investing in a results-driven coaching system.Is group personal training effective?Yes - when it is structured correctly.Small-group personal training allows members to receive professional coaching and technique correction while benefiting from community motivation and accountability.For many busy adults, this model improves consistency and long-term adherence compared to training alone in a standard gym doing ineffective exercise where there is no instructor leading you.Who is Transform Hub designed for?Transform Hub is built primarily for busy adults aged 35+ (all ages welcome).It is ideal for people who:● Have struggled with traditional gym memberships● Want structured fat loss and strength training● Need accountability● Prefer coaching and guidance rather than training alone● Want sustainable, long-term resultsWhat results can I expect?Many members lose around a stone on average during their introductory phase, alongside improvements in body fat, strength, fitness levels and confidence.Individual results vary, but the structured coaching and accountability systems are designed to deliver measurable, sustainable transformation.How often do members train?Most members train 2-4 times per week.At three sessions per week, ongoing membership works out at less than £15 per coached workout, making it one of the most cost-effective ways to access structured personal training in the UK. No need to be a solo gym goer, join the tribe with group-based personal training sessions.Is Transform Hub suitable for beginners?Yes. Sessions are joint-friendly, progressive and designed to meet members at their current fitness level. Coaches adapt exercises where needed and ensure safe, effective progression.Many members join after years away from structured exercise to help lose weight. There is no endless hours of you trying to figure it out on your own, Transform Hub is focused on helping you as an individual lose weight, tone up, and start a journey of self discovery (this is part of the brand ethos)Is Transform Hub a franchise?Yes. The Transform Hub franchise has expanded to 28 locations across the UK. Transform Hub is one of the fastest-growing group personal training franchises in the UK (Transform Hub Franchise Ltd), with 28 active locations and further expansion planned. The Transform Hub franchise offers a scalable gym franchise opportunity of gym owners looking to buy into a high profit, unique, and trusted gym offering. Franchisees offer dedicated systems, marketing support, nutrition and coaching blueprints, and guaranteed in-built membership growth plans to create a really scalable gym franchise opportunity for those interested in become franchisees. The Transform Hub Franchise Ltd is expanding in multiple territories across the UK due to the success and experienced franchisee model. A great atmosphere, with great results! | $1.2M / Jan 30, 2023 | |
Fuel Hub
|
Fuel Hub prepares meals in a modern kitchen that was built with eco-friendly materials to reduce its impact on the environment. They follow a zero-waste model of operation. They provide more than 40 dinners per month. | $1.5M / Angel / Aug 08, 2022 | |
Glasswall
|
Glasswall is a cyber security software company. Its technology is designed to regenerate files and documents to a standard of 'known good' and deliver proactive protection. The company's software remediates file structures back into line with their published specification, removes risky Active Content, and regenerates files inmilliseconds in their original file format with visual content completely untouched, thereby, enabling companies to eliminate cyber threats and deliver safe, usable documents in their native format. | $24M / Series B / Dec 30, 2020 |
Co-Investors
IPGL
1 deal together
About AJ Bell
AJ Bell Contacts
| Name | Phone | Socials | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Andy Bell
Chief Executive Office & Co-Founder
|
|||
|
Fergus Lyons
Former director
|
|||
Helena Morrissey
Non Executive Director and Chair-designate
|
|||
2 more contacts available
Access 48,091 investors
822 industries, 177 countries. Updated daily. Emails and phones included.
Browse database — It's Free!
Find investors for your startup
Search 48,091 investors by industry and country. Emails and phones included.
Similar Investors
Similar industry
Similar stage
Similar country
Featured in Investor Lists
Recommended lists
SaaS Investors
99,274 investors
Enterprise Investors
77,348 investors
Software Investors
50,021 investors
Gaming Investors
28,140 investors
Transportation Investors
27,893 investors
Proptech Investors
20,668 investors
Construction Investors
6,359 investors
SaaS VC Funds
61,208 investors
Enterprise VC Funds
49,693 investors
FAQ
What does Andy Bell invest in?
Andy Bell invests primarily in Security, Software and Compliance startups, most often at Angel and Funding Round stage. Most of the 5 investments tracked by Shizune back companies in United Kingdom. The Investment Focus section breaks down every industry, stage and country in the portfolio.
What is Andy Bell's check size?
Andy Bell typically joins rounds of $1.5M–$4.1M at Angel. These ranges are 10th–90th percentile round sizes calculated from confirmed public funding rounds, so they are a realistic guide to the rounds Andy Bell participates in.
When did Andy Bell last invest?
The most recent investment recorded for Andy Bell closed in Apr 2026. Shizune tracks 5 investments in total for this profile, including round sizes, stages and portfolio companies, all sourced from confirmed public funding rounds and refreshed monthly.
Is Shizune's investor data accurate?
Yes — every stat on this profile is calculated from confirmed public funding rounds monitored across hundreds of sources since 2020. This profile was last refreshed in Aug 2026 and is updated monthly. Spotted something off? Use the “Suggest an edit” link near the top of the page.
Contact your first 100 investors today
Find who invests in your industry, stage, and country. Download investor list with emails in 5 minutes.
Find investors — It's Free!
Continue with Google
Continue with LinkedIn
