MASANAS

Championing & Developing Welsh Entrepreneurial Talent

Backing ambitious people and businesses, and supporting community projects that create opportunities for young people across Wales.

Golden light over Welsh mountain ridges

About MASANAS

Experience Shared. Opportunity Created.

MASANAS is the philanthropic venture arm of the Sweeny family, founded by Mark and Natalie Sweeny, championing Wales through entrepreneurial advisory, business support, strategic investment, and community projects. Built on decades of entrepreneurial success, we combine practical expertise, strategic guidance and investment to help ambitious people and businesses realise their potential.

Alongside this, we support community projects that help young people build confidence, develop skills and broaden their horizons.

We believe success is most meaningful when it creates opportunities for others and contributes to a stronger, more prosperous Wales.

Investing in Wales's Future.

Wales has played a defining role in our journey. It's where we've had the privilege of working alongside remarkable people who have challenged, supported and inspired us every step of the way.

Now, through MASANAS, we're committed to giving something back by investing our time, experience and support in the people, businesses and communities that make Wales what it is today - and those that will shape its future.

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What We Do

How We Support Ambition

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Strategic Advice & Guidance

Every business faces moments where experience matters. Through direct access to Mark Sweeny and his associate network of contacts, including hands-on NED support, we provide strategic guidance, honest challenge and practical insight shaped by years of building, growing and investing in successful businesses.

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Business Support Services

Building a successful business demands your attention. We provide the operational support through our network of trusted business partnerships in the areas of Finance, HR, Payroll and Digital Marketing that keeps things running smoothly, giving founders and SMEs the freedom to focus on growth, customers and the opportunities ahead.

03

Investment

We back Welsh businesses with ambition, potential and the determination to succeed. Alongside patient capital, we bring experience, perspective and a genuine commitment to helping businesses achieve their ambitions.

04

Community Impact

We believe opportunity changes lives. That's why we support projects that help young people build confidence, develop skills and raise their aspirations, creating stronger communities across Wales.

Our Network

Working With...

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Meet the Team

The People Behind MASANAS

Mark Sweeny

Mark Sweeny

Founder and Director

Mark is an award-winning entrepreneur who has founded and grown successful businesses. Through MASANAS, he shares his experience and strategic insight to champion entrepreneurial talent, support ambitious businesses and help create lasting opportunities across Wales.

Natalie Sweeny

Natalie Sweeny

Founder, Director & Brand Ambassador

Natalie is a founder of MASANAS and acts as Brand Ambassador and representative for the company. An experienced professional and former Civil Servant, Natalie has had an extensive career in HR and Recruitment where she championed a multi award-winning Sunday Times 100 Welsh technology company Graduate and Apprenticeship programme with the University of South Wales.

Tracy Stephenson

Tracy Stephenson

Head of Finance

Tracy leads Finance operations for both MASANAS and a multi award-winning Sunday Times 100 Welsh technology company. A proven finance leader in her own right, with a focus on business operations, specifically tax and cashflow management. Tracy is also MASANAS's Company Secretary.

Stephanie Stephens

Stephanie Stephens

Head of Marketing & Digital Content

Steph leads the MASANAS brand and communications strategy, sharing the stories of the people, businesses and community projects the organisation supports and brings extensive marketing experience across the Welsh tech sector.

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Recent Highlights

Pitchside at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff
Selfies with the red dragon
On set — sharing stories under the Welsh flag
Visiting the team at Final Rentals

Let's Start the Conversation

Whether you're an entrepreneur looking for support, a business exploring new opportunities, or a community organisation interested in working together, we look forward to hearing from you.