Rupert Lyle

Rupert Lyle is a venture capital investor with more than three decades of experience, having worked in the industry since 1989. Today, he leads Future Planet Capital Regional and oversees the West Midlands Co-Investment Fund, a £25 million initiative designed to unlock capital and support high-potential founders across the region. Known for his founder-first approach, Rupert views venture capital as a long-term partnership rather than a transaction, with a strong emphasis on execution, leadership development and supporting businesses that don’t always fit the traditional venture mould.