About us.
We are known for our strong family values of loyalty, honesty, and reliability, which shape our culture and guide our actions.
By prioritising transparency and integrity, we foster lasting relationships and earn the respect of clients worldwide, establishing ourselves as a trusted partner in the industry.
- We strive to lead, not to follow.
- We invest in the communities in which we operate.
- Our staff and clients are an extension of our family.
- We see value where others do not.
- We are committed to being better.
- We are determined to deliver results.
Our team.
Our Board comprises of experienced industry leaders, two of whom have been honoured by members of The Royal Family, with decades of collective expertise across high-profile sectors. This wealth of knowledge enables us to uphold the highest standards of compliance and manage risk effectively wherever needed.
Our appointed representatives, known for their integrity and professionalism, rank among the most trusted names in their fields, playing an essential role in driving our company’s sustained growth.
At The Seventy Ninth Group, our team has become an extension of our family. We hold values like reliability and loyalty at the core of everything we do. If you feel ready to thrive in a dynamic and values-driven environment, explore our current opportunities and see where a career with The Seventy Ninth Group could take you.
Dave Webster
Chairman
Retailer | UK’s Largest Private Landlord | Experienced Natural Resources Professional.
A natural leader and previously one of the largest private landlords in the UK, Dave has over 27 years of experience in the property sector as both a developer and a landlord. Dave has previously built significant personal and corporate portfolios, consisting of developments in excess of £500 million of both residential and commercial property.
Following his initial retirement from the property sector, Dave partnered with SNR Dentons as a commodity advisor in the precious metals industry, before launching his own venture in the natural resources sector, Lusso Tesoro (now Seventy Ninth Resources).
As Chairman of the Seventy Ninth Group, Dave oversees the overall direction and growth of the Group and its subsidiaries, continuously seeking out new and exciting opportunities that elevate our operations to new heights. Additionally, Dave has won Asset Management Chairman of the Year at CEO Monthly’s Chairperson Awards for the last two years running.
Jake Webster
Managing Director
Portfolio Management | Corporate Finance | Pilot
Working as Managing Director across The Seventy Ninth Group and its subsidiaries, Jake is highly experienced and proficient in portfolio management, deal structuring and private finance. Jake has been heavily involved in the natural resources and asset management sectors for several years, working internationally with central banks and global commodity houses to establish and arrange finance for projects and commodity supply chains.
Jake is a fully qualified pilot who holds an EASA license, as well as a martial arts instructor. Jake also studied at the American Institute of Diamond Cutting and is a certified rough diamond grader and won the International Young Entrepreneur Award at the Global Business Excellence Awards 2022.
Curtis Webster
Investment Director
Online Retailer | Entrepreneur | Capital Markets
An organised and hard-working professional, Curtis followed in his family’s footsteps and entered the real estate and natural resources sectors. Within his role at The Seventy Ninth Group, Curtis provides valuable support to our stakeholders situated across the globe, managing new and existing relationships as well as overseeing The Seventy Ninth Group’s existing and future capital raising activities. Over recent years, Curtis has gained significant experience in natural resources, with a particular focus on mineral extraction and general supply chain management.
Curtis is a keen martial artist, practising both Muay Thai and Brazilian jiujitsu. Additionally, Curtis won Outstanding Young Executive (under 35 years) at the Global Business Excellence Awards 2022.
Natalie Bellis
Chief Executive Officer
Global Regulatory Auditor | Risk Committee Chairwoman for Investment and Savings
Throughout her career, Natalie has been appointed across a wide range of governance roles, including being a regulatory auditor for globally established brands such as Selfridges, EasyJet, Toyota and Nintendo. Natalie has also led large, well-known retail and financial services operations with over 500 employees in each sector, delivering their corporate strategies alongside chairing Corporate Risk Committees. A highly experienced compliance specialist with a wealth of regulatory and administrative knowledge, Natalie has over 10 years in the sector and has a background in creating and implementing governance frameworks and FCA regulations.
As CEO of The Seventy Ninth Group, Natalie defines and oversees the company’s primary goals and objectives, leading a team of executives to deliver major business milestones, including acquisitions, mergers, joint ventures and large-scale expansion. Natalie also won the Outstanding Personal Achievement Award at the Global Business Excellence Awards 2022.
Andy Cole CBE
Board Advisor
Andy Cole CBE
Board Advisor
A Board Advisor to The Seventy Ninth Group, Andy is a senior tax professional who enjoyed a distinguished career as Director of Specialist Investigations within HMRC for over 40 years. He is an expert in complex fraud and avoidance risks and played a leading role in developing HMRC’s strategy for tackling aggressive tax avoidance.
From 2009, Andy led HMRC’s compliance response in tackling offshore tax evasion. He was also the lead negotiator of the Liechtenstein Disclosure Facility and similar agreements with the Isle of Man, Jersey, Guernsey, and Switzerland.
In 2012, as Director of Specialist Investigations, Andy oversaw a team of approximately 1,700 specialist investigators, technicians, accountants, and insolvency experts. He also held senior appointments to various governance and assurance groups, including the Tax Dispute Resolution Board and the Alternative Disputes Resolution Board.
As well as his day-to-day involvement as a Board Advisor, Andy’s role is to structure tax planning for The Seventy Ninth Group. He oversees the relationship we have with our accountancy partners, including Deloitte and Ernst & Young, to ensure we stay at the cutting edge of tax planning.
Andy was awarded a CBE in 2011 in recognition of his exceptional achievements as Director of Specialist Investigations at H.M Revenue and Customs.Adriènne Kelbie CBE
Board Advisor
Adriènne Kelbie CBE
Board Advisor
An inspiring and award-winning transformational leader, Adriènne brings over 25 years of leadership experience in high-profile public sector organisations spanning community funding, local authorities, safeguarding, criminal records and nuclear regulation.
Adriènne has spoken to global audiences about the importance of psychological safety, inclusion and cognitive diversity to high performing teams. Most recently, Adriènne led the UK’s Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR) to international credit for its effective stakeholder engagement, strong international contribution and enabling regulation.
Genevieve Pearson
Board Advisor
Genevieve Pearson
Board Advisor
Genevieve has over 20 years extensive project and operational experience across commodities in Africa. Following deep level gold mining experience in South Africa she ran Greenfields gold exploration projects. Over the years she has developed experience in artisanal to large-scale gold mining and exploration projects.
As an independent consultant, she has advised investors, commodity traders and mining companies on their various strategies for investing in a range of exploration and mining projects across commodities throughout Africa.
Gary Pitts
Board Advisor
Gary Pitts
Board Advisor
Derek Brett
Board Advisor
Derek Brett
Board Advisor
Graham Small
Board Advisor
Graham Small
Board Advisor
In the community.
We are deeply committed to giving back to the communities where we operate. Through targeted sponsorships and impactful initiatives, we actively support local organisations and causes, fostering meaningful change and development. Our commitment to community engagement not only reflects our core values but also strengthens our connection with those we serve. Together, we aim to create a lasting positive impact, enriching the lives of individuals and families within our communities.
Below, you’ll find information on some of the causes we proudly support and the inspiring individuals and groups we sponsor.
Scarlett McMahon | Huddersfield Town Women's Football Team.
We are incredibly proud to announce our official sponsorship of Scarlett McMahon, a rising star in women’s football and a true inspiration. At just 19, Scarlett has already achieved impressive milestones, including a standout first season with Huddersfield Town Women’s Football Team, where she helped secure the Sheffield & Hallamshire FA Women’s County Cup.
Scarlett’s football journey began at the age of six, with spells at Blackpool and Bolton Wanderers, before earning a place at the Regional Talent Club for Blackburn Rovers U14-U16. Her talent on the pitch saw her represent Wales at both county and international levels, leading to a full football scholarship at Mount Kelly School in Devon.
Now balancing her studies at Leeds Beckett University with her commitment to Huddersfield Town, Scarlett’s dedication both on and off the pitch perfectly aligns with the values we uphold at The Seventy Ninth Group. We are proud to support her continued growth and development as she pursues her footballing ambitions and academic goals. At The Seventy Ninth Group, we believe in nurturing young talent and are honoured to back such a promising athlete. Scarlett’s future is bright, and we look forward to supporting her as she continues to excel in her career.
The backing I have received from The Seventy Ninth Group has given my football career a real boost. It has allowed me to focus on my training, on developing my skills on the pitch and to continue to grow as an athlete in the sport. My future goals are to continue playing at a high level, gain more first team minutes, stay injury-free, and explore professional opportunities, whilst successfully balancing my academic pursuits. I am excited about the journey ahead!
Lewis Forsyth | Teenage Golfing Sensation.
Despite having only visited the driving range a handful of times before, Lewis showed remarkable skill and determination. With encouragement from his dad and impressive early performances, he joined the Tommy Fleetwood Academy, where he quickly moved into the elite group, competing in regional, national, and international tournaments. Lewis earned his first handicap of 15 and soon began making a name for himself on the junior golfing circuit.
Over the past few years, Lewis has gone from strength to strength, competing in prestigious tournaments across the UK and beyond. One of the standout moments in his career so far was competing in the World Championships in Ireland, where he finished 38th out of 250 players – an incredible achievement.
As his golfing career continues to soar, we at The Seventy Ninth Group are thrilled to support Lewis on his journey. As a local Southport-based asset management company, we are proud to contribute towards his future tournaments, enabling him to travel and compete internationally.
Dave Webster, Chairman of The Seventy Ninth Group, expressed his excitement about supporting Lewis: “We are delighted to be backing such a talented young golfer. I played with Tommy Fleetwood as a teenager, and to see Lewis at an even younger age with such incredible skill is truly impressive. We can’t wait to see what he accomplishes next.”
With a bright future ahead, Lewis remains determined to keep improving, and we are proud to be part of his journey as he strives for success on the global stage.
It has been great to have the support of The Seventy Ninth Group. I am very excited about playing in a lot more tournaments this year, and with their help I will be able to travel to these competitions and hopefully win a lot more trophies.
The Abu Dhabi Harlequins | Rugby Union Club.
The Abu Dhabi Harlequins, affectionately known as the Quins, have a rich legacy as one of Abu Dhabi’s longest-running sporting clubs. Founded in 1970 as the Abu Dhabi Bats Rugby Club, the team initially played on the beach under streetlights – earning them their distinctive name. In 2008, the club proudly became the Abu Dhabi Harlequins, aligning with the prestigious London Harlequins, though their badge still pays homage to their origins with the iconic bat logo.
Over the years, the Quins have built a reputation as a warm and inclusive multicultural community, driven by a passion for rugby and a commitment to grassroots sports. Run entirely by volunteers, the club invests all its resources into fostering talent and making rugby accessible to all.
Natalie Bellis, CEO of The Seventy Ninth Group, expressed her pride in supporting the Team: “At The Seventy Ninth Group, we believe empowerment goes beyond the financial realm. This incredible team isn’t just about rugby; it’s about fostering strength, resilience, and opportunity. By championing these athletes, we’re helping to inspire the next generation of leaders.”
Our collaboration with The Seventy Ninth Group has helped us continue supporting young people while championing inclusion and equality in rugby.
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With a deep understanding of market dynamics and a commitment to excellence, we provide our clients with strategic insights and dependable guidance at every stage of the investment journey. Together, our expertise and dedication position us as a trusted partner, helping clients achieve their long-term financial goals.