We are delighted to share that two of our partners, Nineteen Group and Setfords, have been recognised in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025. These awards are a reflection of the outstanding cultures built by their founders and teams; cultures we’re proud to help scale and sustain.

Nineteen Group: A Strong Debut

Founded by Peter Jones, Nineteen Group has made an outstanding debut appearance on the list, achieving a 92% employee engagement score. Built around the KADI values — Kind, Agile, Driven, Inclusive — the business has fostered a culture where individuals feel empowered, heard, and inspired. With the leadership of Peter, Alison Jackson, and Jon Lacey, they’ve built a high-performance business, with people at its centre and instrumental in this success.

Setfords: Three Years of Recognition

Now recognised for the third year running, Chris Setford and Guy Setford, co-founders of Setfords, continue to champion a working environment that prioritises wellbeing, autonomy, and opportunity. From mental health accreditation to bespoke personal development programmes, the business has created an inclusive culture that supports sustainable growth. This latest recognition reflects their long-term commitment to nurturing both their people and the platform.

Culture as a Foundation for Growth

Every partnership is a unique story that we feel privileged to be part of. These recognitions for Nineteen Group and Setfords are not only well-earned, they are a clear reflection of the belief we share with every founder we work with: that culture isn’t a byproduct of success — it’s a driver of it.

Find out more about our partnerships here: https://phoenix-equity.com/investments/