Boyd Carson
14TH October 2026
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Watch manufacturer EIS advance assurance

Boyd Carson
14TH October 2026

DUO Watches  

"The Sapphire Capital Team was the professional resource that DUO was looking for to undertake the regulatory challenges to properly attain approval from the HMRC." Andy Pluemer, DUO.

Description:

Sapphire Capital assisted DUO on the attainment of EIS advance assurance from HMRC and also provided corporate, regulatory and tax advice in respect of the offer for subscription. Sapphire also drafted all the investor documents including the Information Memorandum. DUO specialises in the design and development of the next generation of watch technology. DUO products are poised to meet the consumer demands as the traditional watch market and wearables market merge. Watches are a £30-billion industry, and the wearables are an additional £5-billion market and growing rapidly. DUO products provide customers with both the sense of fashion and the stature of a traditional watch, and the functionality and technology of a wearable device.

Sector:

Manufacturing and retail.

Classification:

EIS advance assurance.

Investor Information Memorandum. 

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Boyd Carson

Boyd is a co-founder of Sapphire and a leading voice in the venture capital industry, recognised for his expertise in designing, launching, and managing LP/GP, property, BR and SEIS and EIS funds. Over the past three decades, Boyd has helped future investment managers turn their ideas into successful, FCA-compliant venture capital funds. His practical, educational approach has made Sapphire a trusted partner for future fund managers building new investment vehicles and for startups seeking growth capital. When he’s not advising on fund structures or making investments in investee companies, Boyd shares his knowledge as an Honorary Professor of Practice in Venture Capital and as a faculty member at Harvard University, teaching Venture Capital.

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Whether you are preparing for a funding round, considering SEIS or EIS advance assurance, need valuation support or are looking for experienced business advice, we would be happy to start with a conversation.