The BVCA is the industry body and public policy advocate for the private equity and venture capital industry in the UK. For more than three decades it has represented the industry and delivered authoritative research and analysis, proprietary publications, specialist training, topical conferences, and best-practice standards. Its membership comprises more than 700 influential firms, including over 300 private equity and venture capital houses, as well as institutional investors, professional advisers, service providers, and international associations.