Filippo Faccenda

PARTNER

Filippo, who is based in Rome, began his career at Banca Leonardo joining the Brokerage Department starting at the Volatility Desk and then at the Institutional Sales Desk. Subsequently he moved to the Research Department as an equity analyst. For over eight years he has covered several companies operating in different sectors such as industrial, infrastructure, technology, real estate and services.

In 2009 Filippo started working in a single family office based in Lugano, Switzerland. Reporting directly to the board, he was the driving force in the start up of the family office planning and leading the diversification process as Investment Director. In this capacity he was able to operate on a global scale and in the main asset classes following countless transactions and making significant investments both directly and through funds.

In 2024 Filippo joined Translink as a Partner

Filippo graduated in Business Administration from La Sapienza University (Rome Italy) and has been an ordinary AIAF member since 2001. Filippo is able to carry out transactions in both Italian and English.

Pedro Carderelli

ANALYST

Pedro is an Analyst at Translink Italy with a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the Smith School of Business at Queen’s University, in Canada. Pedro is able to work in Portuguese, English, and Italian

Riccardo Favero

DIRECTOR

Riccardo joined as Director. He has more than seven years of international work experience: he worked in London in the Accounting and Finance sector, as consultant for some worldwide-leading Italian brands and as Accounting and Finance Manager for the UK subsidiary of a Krones Group company. In 2022, he moved back to Italy where he worked as M&A Analyst for a boutique consultancy firm in Venice. Riccardo holds a master’s degree in accounting and finance from Ca’ Foscari University

Riccardo Vito

ANALYST

Riccardo works as an Analyst. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of Florence and a Master's degree in Administration, Corporate Finance and Control from Bocconi University. He is able to work in Italian and English.

Irene Cassamagnago

OFFICE MANAGER

Riccardo Calabrò

ANALYST

Riccardo works as an Analyst. He holds a bachelor degree in Economics of Financial Markets and Intermediaries at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore and is completing a Master of Science in Finance at the Grenoble Ecole de Management. He is able to work in Italian, English and French.

Filippo Dalponte

PARTNER

Filippo Dalponte is a senior professional with a long career in the italian Investment Banking industry and an extensive experience in Corporate Finance and M&A activities.

Filippo worked for some of the most reputed investment banks, advisory firms and financial institutions, amongst which La Compagnia Finanziaria, Gruppo Sopaf, Efibanca, Centrosim, Mitfin. He advised many large to mid-small corporates on Debt Capital Markets issues, Acquisition Finance, Equity Capital Markets (he managed more than 10 IPOs on the italian Stock Markets), M&A transactions, valuations and fairness opinions. He enjoys longstanding relationships with the Private Equity industry, having worked with major financial sponsors in the country on several deals in different sectors.

Filippo holds a Degree in Business Administration with specialization in Corporate Finance from Bocconi University. He also attended top tier courses at SDA Bocconi School of Management on Financial Management and Corporate Finance. Filippo speaks Italian and English and may run business in both languages. His mainly covers industrials, consumer goods, food, private equity.

WILL HOLMES

DIRECTOR

Will has over 10 years’ experience in M&A, having advised on a broad range of transactions including owner-managed businesses, large corporates and private equity.

He has extensive experience in providing shareholders and management teams with strategic advice on corporate mergers & acquisitions, business disposals, exit strategies, management buy-outs/buy-ins and raising debt or equity capital.

Will’s sector experience spans a wide range of markets, and he is a member of our Energy & Environment specialist sector group.

Will enjoys spending his free time with his young family around the Yorkshire countryside and has a passion for a range of sporting hobbies including golf, skiing and general fitness.

MATT SCOTT

DIRECTOR

Matt has over 15 years’ of mid-market corporate finance experience across numerous sectors including TMT, Logistics, Manufacturing and Business Services.

He advises owner-managers, corporate and private equity clients, with a particular focus on M&A strategy and execution.

Matt has been described as being a cornerstone in the successful completion of the transaction, always on top of the facts and totally on the ball in constantly changing situations.

He is a member of the ICAEW and holds a MA in Finance.

JOHN LONGSTAFF

DIRECTOR

John has worked in the corporate finance industry for over 20 years including in M&A at a top six firm, as an investment professional at a private equity house and now at Translink Corporate Finance.

He enjoys advising a wide variety of business owners, management teams and financial institutions on a range of corporate transactions and strategies. Since joining Translink Corporate Finance John has been responsible for the successful delivery of several domestic and cross-border disposals and fund raisings including for a building products business which enabled transformational growth.

John spends his downtime either walking his dog Doris with his family, or road cycling in the peak district.

TIM BRIND

DIRECTOR

Tim is an experienced deal maker, having enjoyed working with privately owned businesses for over 15 years.

His experience cuts across a wide range of industry sectors, advising clients on disposals to strategic acquirers and financial investors, providing advice on raising funds for growth or acquisitions and advising management teams through private-equity-backed MBOs.

Tim enjoys an active social life, maintaining his passion for golf and playing off a +1 handicap and regularly competing in Sheffield and Yorkshire teams as well as some national events when time permits!

DECLAN SAVAGE

DIRECTOR

Declan has over eight years’ experience of providing corporate finance advice to owner managers and ambitious management teams. In recent years he has advised on a number of company sales, corporate acquisitions and MBOs for clients across a range of sectors including automotive, TMT, industrial and healthcare.

In 2019 he was named Emerging Dealmaker of the Year at the Insider Sheffield City Region Dealmakers Awards.

ANDY HAIGH

PARTNER

Andy has been providing deal making and corporate finance advice to privately owned businesses for over 15 years, both within the M&A and Private Equity team of one of the large consulting firms and now at Translink Corporate Finance.

He has substantial experience in advising shareholders and management teams on many areas of strategy including value creation, corporate finance, acquisitions and exit/succession strategies. Andy won the Emerging Dealmaker award at the 2016 Insider Yorkshire Dealmakers Awards. He is a member of our TMT and food sector groups having completed a number of deals in the sectors.

Andy spends his downtime with his young family or enjoying the great outdoors either walking, golfing or skiing. He is also a long suffering Leeds United fan.

ANDREW WHEELAN

PARTNER

Andrew has extensive experience of M&A, accountancy and financial analysis including significant exposure to both UK and international cross border buy and sell-side deals, having spent several years as a Corporate Financier with Translink IMA CF and the ‘Big 4’ firms KPMG and EY. In addition, he has years of invaluable industry experience in the Energy, Technology and Engineering markets.

He has also attained Master of Arts degrees in both Accountancy and Finance and in Economics from the University of Aberdeen. Andrew is dedicated to supporting Translink’s global client base on all aspects of their M&A, fundraising and growth strategies, helping to achieve and maximise value for the owners, businesses and investors that we work for. Andrew is also a member of the IT industry group and is actively involved in transactions in this sector.

DON GRAY

PARTNER

For over 25 years Don has been helping business owners and management teams achieve their ambitions. Whether it’s raising funds to acquire businesses or helping retiring shareholders maximise the sale value of their companies, Don has a fierce passion for delivering outstanding results for his clients.

Don’s recent experience includes a broad range of transactions from series A funding for early stage tech businesses through to £multi-million cross-border sale mandates. He is a member of Translink’s Industrials and Healthcare sector groups
Outside of work you’ll most likely find Don on his bike. His perfect day off combines a long day in the saddle exploring a new country with a well deserved glass of the local vino waiting at the finish.

KEVIN DAVIES

PARTNER

Having graduated from the University of Sheffield with a BA in Mathematics Kevin joined the team in 2006. With his 15+ years of experience in the corporate finance arena he has worked on a range of domestic and cross-border transactions. He takes great pleasure in working closely with his clients, developing strong relationships and helping them achieve their ultimate aspirations.

He is a holder of the ICAEW’s Corporate Finance qualification, and is a member of both our Energy & Environment and Food & Beverage industry groups having closed several transactions in each sector.

HAMISH MORRISON

PARTNER

Hamish has over 20 years of corporate finance experience. He has established a reputation for delivering outstanding results for his clients whilst providing them with innovative solutions to problems. Having also sold a business he was a shareholder in, Hamish is able to directly relate to the variety of emotions clients experience during a deal process.

His presence has proven pivotal in a significant number of deals including high profile sell side deals, debt only and private equity backed management buy-outs and acquisition support to both corporate acquirers and private equity houses. Many of these clients have had long term relationships with Hamish and value his wider commercial and strategic advice as well as his deal specific support.

Whilst Hamish has advised companies across a wide variety of sectors he has always had a particular interest in the tech space and is an active member of Translink’s Global TMT team.

Hamish loves spending time with his family in the outdoors during his downtime and his dog ensures he covers many kms each week.

STUART HANDS

PARTNER

Stuart leads the cross-border M&A team of Translink Corporate Finance – IMA in the UK, and has extensive experience in global buy and sell-side assignments. Stuart, a Chartered Accountant, is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales, having qualified with Ernst & Young, the ‘Big 4’ accounting firm, where he commenced his Corporate Finance career, some 18 years ago.

Stuart established an independent Corporate Finance practice in 2004 that today serves both UK and international clients on Sales, Acquisitions, Buy-outs and Carve-outs, helping achieve the strategies of family owned businesses, private equity backed businesses and listed companies. He is the head of our automotive group, having closed several transactions in this sector.

NARCISO MARFÁ

Partner

Narciso has over 20 years of professional experience in Corporate Finance, advising and participating in M&A transactions. Throughout his career he has gained experience in services, industry and real estate areas. Among his clients there are reputed family owned corporations. He is a founding partner of WindCorp. He began his professional career in the finance and insurance sector in Bankpime and Barclays Bank. He has a Bachelor of Business Studies from the Universidad Autónoma de Barcelona.

NORIYUKI KOBAYASHI

GROUP DIRECTOR
DIVISION DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE ADVISORY DIVISION

Noriyuki started his career at AGS in 1995, handling tax advisory, IPO support and turnaround before taking up the position of branch manager in Nagoya for 3 years. He has been acting as division director of the Corporate Advisory Division since 2014. Noriyuki has more than 20 years of experience in M&A, accounting and tax advisory. He has been involved in various M&A, IPO, and turnaround.

KOHEI RICK TSUKADA

GROUP DIRECTOR
DIVISION DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE ADVISORY DIVISION

Rick has considerable cross-border M&A experience with Japanese companies and has covered various industries in Asia. He has also played an advisory role in acquisition and capital alliance from sourcing to execution, withdrawal, and business transfer on restructuring. Before joining AGS Consulting Singapore, he worked for a global accounting firm in Singapore, working primarily in auditing and accounting. He is a member of the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants and speaks English, Japanese and Chinese. Rick is a member of our automotive industry group.

Mathieu Lemesle

FOUNDING PARTNER

Mathieu, Managing Director at Financiere Monceau, has gained experience in M&A since the early 2000s. He started his career as an auditor at RSM International France. Subsequently, he joined MK Finance (Deloitte) as an M&A analyst and quickly moved to a partner level. He then co-founded Financiere Monceau in 2011. Over the past few years, Mathieu has gained an extensive experience in M&A, both sell-side and buy-side, mostly in the healthcare industry, and the building and construction sectors. He also fancies working on distressed M&A deals. He is a partner of Translink since early 2017. Mathieu is a member of our healthcare industry group, having closed several transactions in this sector.

Jacques-Henri Rième

FOUNDING PARTNER

Jacques-Henri is an M&A professional with extensive experience in both buy-side and sell-side transactions. He began his career with MK Finance (Deloitte) back in the mid-2000s. Over the past years, he has advised many transactions in the building and construction sectors and the aeronautic industry among others. Jacques-Henri co-founded Financiere Monceau in 2011. He is a member of our automotive, industrials and logistics industry groups, having closed several transactions in these sectors.

Tanguy Du Chesnay

PARTNER

Tanguy is a seasoned M&A professional with over 20 years of experience. He is a graduate from HEC, ranked #1 Business school in Europe. He started his career in prestigious investment banks such as JPMorgan or BNP Paribas, in Paris, London or New York City. He then joined and developed the M&A boutique Ricol Lasteyrie Corporate Finance, which was acquired by EY, in France, in 2015. Tanguy joined Financière Monceau CF in Paris in June 2021. He leads the Fundraising practice, and contributes to M&A operations, both in the TMT and Impact / Cleantech sectors.

João Patrício Dos Santos

PARTNER

João has more than 30 years of experience in the areas of Private Equity and Corporate Finance, advising Portuguese and international clients in capital raising deals, financial restructurings, privatisations, and cross-border M&A transactions. Before founding Translink Finance Setting, he was Head of Corporate Finance for Portugal at BNP Paribas and worked for other Portuguese and international financial institutions. He holds an Industrial Engineering MSc. from the Universidade Nova de Lisboa (Portugal) and speaks Portuguese, English, French and Spanish. João is a member of our IT and logistics industry groups, having closed several transactions in these sectors.

ERIC FORSNER

MANAGING PARTNER

Eric’s professional experience was gained in several executive positions, including CEO and CFO for listed companies. He has executed several share issues to raise capital, as well as one listing process. Eric has many years of experience in corporate transactions, with Anecta since 2009 and for seven years prior within SFF. He holds a degree in economics.

DEGER BECER

PARTNER

Deger, Partner of Anafina Capital Partners in Turkey, is responsible for deal origination, structuring and execution. He has gained particular expertise delivering EBITDA and capital performance in complex private equity, buy-outs, carve-outs and M&A integrations in the US, Eastern Europe and Turkey. In addition, Deger has close to 15 years of strategy and management consulting experience with GE, PwC, and Merck & Co. in the US, EU, and Turkey. Deger is a GE certified Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt and holds an MBA from Cornell University as well as graduate and undergraduate degrees from Sam Houston State University and Bogazici University. He is the head of our food industry group, having closed several transactions in this sector.

Jens Borelli-Kjær

Partner

Jens holds an engineering degree and an MBA (INSEAD). His career has spanned the electronics, medical devices and building materials industries. For over a decade he held senior management positions in Coloplast, JAI and Icopal. In 2005 he acquired Vitral A/S, a DK/UK-based manufacturer of roof lights and took it successfully through the financial crisis, including transfer of production to Lithuania. In 2018 Vitral was sold to the VELUX group. Jens has significant experience in sales, marketing, and operations. He has participated in several transactions both as seller and buyer, in Denmark and internationally. He has extensive board room experience from private and public Danish companies, including chairmanships. Jens is head of our healthcare industry group and a member of our industrials group, having closed several transactions in these sectors.

Henrik Schroder

Founding Partner

Henrik has been involved in M&A since the beginning of the ’90s, where he established his own company, Schrøder Partners A/S. In 2015 he sold his company to BDO, worked there for two years, and then founded Schrøder Translink A/S. The company specializes in M&A of small and medium-sized companies. Over the years, Henrik has personally participated in more than 150 transactions, many of which have been in cooperation with Translink Corporate Finance colleagues. Hendrik is also involved in board work in several companies. He has done numerous deals in the industrials sector and is a leader of our industrials group.

Marc Irisson

PARTNER

Marc is an M&A professional with over 10 years of experience. He started his career as an analyst with MK Finance and then completed his financial background with an MBA from Georgia State University, Atlanta, USA. He co-founded Financiere Monceau back in 2011 and headed up the food and beverage industry, as well as the IT sectors. He has completed several transactions, both buy and sell-side, with French and foreign clients. Marc enjoys working with young entrepreneurs to help them on their startup venture. He has participated in various deals within the IT sector and is the head of our IT industry group.

MAL WALKER

MANAGING DIRECTOR

Mal is an experienced CEO having led businesses such as Maytag, Strongform and Camfil. Previously Mal held senior roles with 3M, Southcorp Appliances and Southcorp Wines.
Mal’s business experience includes both corporate and private equity spanning a broad range of industries including industrial products, consumer appliances, wine, retail and import distribution.
Mal was the founding CEO of Strongform and partnered with ANZ Private Equity to complete several acquisitions.
Mal has a strong track record of growing businesses organically and through acquisition having completed numerous acquisitions throughout his career. Mal has a Dip. Accounting, a Dip. Marketing and an MBA.

MICHAEL A. DINAN

MANAGING PARTNER

Prior to founding Dinan & Company in 1988, Mike was employed by Young, Smith & Peacock, Inc., a NYSE member investment banking and brokerage firm, as Vice President – Corporate Finance in its Investment Banking Division, where he was involved in mergers and acquisitions, private placements, valuation analyses and other securities-related transactions. Previously, he worked for Angerman Incorporated, a West German investment banking firm, specializing in cross-border mergers and acquisitions. Prior to that, he served as a Legislative Analyst for the Arizona State Senate Appropriations Committee. Mike holds a B.S., magna cum laude, in both Economics and International Business from Arizona State University.

MOHIT MEHTA

DIRECTOR

Mohit has over a decade of middle-market M&A experience across multiple industry sectors. He joined Dinan & Company in 2004 and was instrumental in establishing Dinan Research Services (DRS), the firm’s India based research subsidiary. Mohit currently leads Dinan’s international expansion efforts, while also providing strategic support and direction to DRS, where he manages the execution of research projects for strategic and financial clients across all industry sectors. Mohit received his MBA, with honors and distinction, from the Thunderbird School of Global Management, and his undergraduate degree in Economics from the Barrett Honors College at Arizona State University. He is a member of our automotive and health industry groups, having closed several transactions in these sectors.

ROBERT A. ULLMAN

MANAGING DIRECTOR

Robert A. Ullman has been an advisor in Merger & Acquisition, Private Equity, Venture Capital and Turnaround and Restructuring transactions for over fifteen years. He is responsible for leading all aspects of engagements for the firm.
Prior to joining Dinan Capital Advisors, Mr. Ullman was employed by Navigant Capital Advisors, LLC the dedicated investment bank of Navigant Consulting (NYSE:NCI) as Vice President and Associate Director – Investment Banking and Restructuring. At Navigant he was the lead investment banker serving the West Coast focused on IT Software and Services, Energy, Healthcare and regulated Financial Institutions among other verticals. Mr. Ullman has a broad background in addition to Investment Banking, having worked as a design engineer and project manager, executive Chairman of a global, venture backed software company, and CFO of a well-known branded consumer products company.
Mr. Ullman holds a Masters of Business Administration, with High Honors, from the F.W. Olin Graduate School of Business at Babson College and a B.S. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

THOMAS B. MAIN

MANAGING DIRECTOR

Robert A. Ullman has been an advisor in Merger & Acquisition, Private Equity, Venture Capital and Turnaround and Restructuring transactions for over fifteen years. He is responsible for leading all aspects of engagements for the firm.
Prior to joining Dinan Capital Advisors, Mr. Ullman was employed by Navigant Capital Advisors, LLC the dedicated investment bank of Navigant Consulting (NYSE:NCI) as Vice President and Associate Director – Investment Banking and Restructuring. At Navigant he was the lead investment banker serving the West Coast focused on IT Software and Services, Energy, Healthcare and regulated Financial Institutions among other verticals. Mr. Ullman has a broad background in addition to Investment Banking, having worked as a design engineer and project manager, executive Chairman of a global, venture backed software company, and CFO of a well-known branded consumer products company.
Mr. Ullman holds a Masters of Business Administration, with High Honors, from the F.W. Olin Graduate School of Business at Babson College and a B.S. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.M

WILLIAM R. DOWNING

MANAGING DIRECTOR

Since joining Dinan Capital Advisors in 2005 Mr. Downing has advised on a wide variety of middle market merger, acquisition and capital raising transactions across multiple industries including: Enterprise Software, IT Enabled Services, Financial Services, Industrial Manufacturing & Distribution, Consumer Products and Healthcare. He is responsible for leading all aspects of client engagements for the firm.
Prior to joining Dinan, Mr. Downing was employed as an Equity Research Analyst for StockVal, a subsidiary of Reuters (now Thompson Reuters Corporation), providing equity research, analytics and valuation products to institutional investors. Previously, Mr. Downing worked with a private investment group where he was responsible for originating, analyzing and trading investment grade commercial real estate whole loans through the secondary market. Mr. Downing began his career with American Express Financial Advisors.
Mr. Downing holds a B.S. in Business Administration with dual concentrations in Finance and Entrepreneurship from the University of the Pacific in California.

THOMAS L. GERLACHER

MANAGING DIRECTOR

Mr. Gerlacher has been an advisor in mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance and restructurings for over 25 years. Mr. Gerlacher specializes in industry verticals including energy, diversified industrials and healthcare. He is responsible for leading all aspects of engagements for the firm.
Prior to joining Dinan Capital Advisors, Mr. Gerlacher was a Director in Merrill Lynch’s Energy Group and was a Managing Director and the head of the Energy M&A groups at BMO Capital Markets and SunTrust Robinson Humphrey. During his career, he has been instrumental in over 75 completed strategic transactions for clients in a wide variety of industries.
Mr. Gerlacher received a BBA degree, Magna Cum Laude, in Accounting from the University of Notre Dame and an MBA, High Honors, from the Fuqua School of Business, Duke University.

NATHAN D. JACOBS

PRINCIPAL

Mr. Jacobs is a Principal in the Investment Banking Group, responsible for managing multiple client engagements across the healthcare, industrial, specialty business services and consumer/retail industries.
Prior to joining Dinan & Company in 2005 as an Associate in the Deal Origination Group, Mr. Jacobs was an Associate with J.P. Morgan Chase, where he provided private banking and lending services.
Mr. Jacobs received an MBA, magna cum laude, from the W.P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University, and holds a B.S. with Honors in International Politics and Economics from the University of Utah.

NANCY DINAN MARTINEZ

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

Prior to joining Dinan & Company in 2005, Ms. Martinez was President of CARA Corp., an IT Consulting/Staffing firm. She organized and executed a successful management buyout from Spiegel in 1996, later selling the company to Affiliated Computer Services (now Xerox), and remaining as an executive with the organization. Ms. Martinez was involved with the sale of the IT Services division in 2000 to Monster Worldwide, a major internet/human capital management organization. She helped facilitate add-on acquisitions and participated in post-merger integrations. Prior to CARA, Ms. Martinez was employed in various marketing positions with Texas Instruments and NCR Corp.
Ms. Martinez received her MBA from George Washington University, and holds a B.S. degree in Business Administration from the University of Southern California.

MICHAEL A. PUCCI

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR

Michael A. Pucci has a decade of experience providing Merger & Acquisition Advisory services to leading Entrepreneurs, Private Companies, and Private Equity Groups. As a Associate Director, he is responsible for managing all aspects of client engagements for the firm.
Prior to joining Dinan Capital Advisors, Mr. Pucci was a Associate Director in the Investment Banking Group of Dinan & Company, an investment bank that specializes in strategic consulting and buy-side M&A Advisory services to Private Equity Groups and Strategic Acquirers. At Dinan he was responsible for new business development, and leading client engagements across the Business Services, Healthcare, Education, Consumer Products and Industrial Products & Services verticals.
Previously, Michael was an Associate with Wells Fargo, where he was responsible for new business development and managing the investment, banking, and credit relationships of a portfolio of high-net-worth individuals and middle market businesses.
Mr. Pucci earned a B.S. in Economics from the University of Wisconsin.

MICHAEL A. DINAN

MANAGING DIRECTOR

Prior to founding Dinan & Company in 1988, Mike was employed by Young, Smith & Peacock, Inc., a NYSE member investment banking and brokerage firm, as Vice President – Corporate Finance in its Investment Banking Division, where he was involved in mergers and acquisitions, private placements, valuation analyses and other securities-related transactions. Previously, he worked for Angerman Incorporated, a West German investment banking firm, specializing in cross-border mergers and acquisitions. Prior to that, he served as a Legislative Analyst for the Arizona State Senate Appropriations Committee. Mike holds a B.S., magna cum laude, in both Economics and International Business from Arizona State University.

JASON HAWLEY

VICE PRESIDENT, USA

Mr. Hawley is a Principal in the Investment Banking Group, responsible for managing multiple client engagements. Mr. Hawley has experience in a variety of industries including: energy, technology, healthcare, transportation and business services. Mr. Hawley is also responsible for assisting in the management of Dinan Valuation Services. In this capacity, Jason handles valuation of public and private companies, financial institutions, employee stock ownership plans, and other corporate entities.
Prior to joining Dinan and Company in 2008, Mr. Hawley was responsible for providing wealth management services for a major financial services firm.
Mr. Hawley received a Master’s Degree in Financial Risk Management from the Stern Business School at New York University, a B.A. in Mathematics from Arizona State University, and holds a Certified Valuation Analyst designation.

JEFFREY J.REICHARD

DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Mr. Reichard is Director of Business Development where he focuses on new client development.
Prior to joining Dinan & Company in 2000 as an Origination Associate and subsequently promoted to Vice President, Mr. Reichard was a Senior Associate for an M&A intermediary firm where he was recognized as Associate of the Year. During his tenure there, Mr. Reichard successfully completed several deals. He also played a vital role in business development of new industries for the firm.
Mr. Reichard holds a B.A. in Sociology from Indiana University of Pennsylvania.

JOHN G. KELLY

EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT & PRINCIPAL

Mr. Kelly joined Dinan & Company in 1995. Mr. Kelly has contributed to the significant growth of the firm and became a Principal in 1999. In his role as Executive Vice President, he is involved in various management and strategic planning roles in addition to working with high level strategic and financial clients.
Prior to joining Dinan & Company, Mr. Kelly was an Investment Manager for The Foundation Companies, where he was responsible for private equity investments in real estate and operating companies. Previously, Mr. Kelly was an industrial/investment specialist with Grubb & Ellis Company, a leading commercial properties firm.
Mr. Kelly holds a B.S. in Business Administration from Arizona State University.

JON M. CALDERONE

PRINCIPAL

Mr. Calderone joined Dinan & Company in 2003. He spent his first 3 years at Dinan & Company in the Firm’s Deal Origination Group where he sourced over 300 proprietary deals. He was then promoted to Principal and joined the Firm Investment Banking Group, where he focuses his time on helping clients execute on their acquisition search strategies. Mr. Calderone has experience in a variety of industries including; technology, healthcare, transportation and business services.
Prior to joining Dinan & Company, Mr. Calderone was an Account Executive at Citistreet, L.L.C., a financial planning firm, where he worked with individual investors to develop strategies for retirement and estate planning, as well as portfolio selection and management. Previously, Mr. Calderone was a Senior Investment Specialist with Charles Schwab & Co., Inc., as well as a Financial Advisor with American Express Financial Advisors.
Mr. Calderone holds a B.S. in Finance from Arizona State University and is a CFA charter holder.

LISA B. KAUFMAN

MANAGING DIRECTOR

Lisa B. Kaufman has been an advisor in Mergers & Acquisitions and Private Equity transactions for over 25 years. She is responsible for leading all aspects of engagements for the firm.
Prior to joining Dinan Capital Advisors, Ms. Kaufman served as Managing Director of leading New York and Chicago based middle market M&A firms and as Managing Partner of Northlight Capital, where she led the firm’s consumer products, food and beverage and ecommerce/technology teams.Prior to Northlight, she co-founded and served as EVP of Strategy and Acquisitions for a leading national technology company where she raised $250 million in capital. Previously, she co-founded Bank of America’s mergers and acquisitions group (then Continental Bank) and served as Managing Director and Group Head of Bank of America’s Initiated Transactions Group where she advised corporate and private equity clients on divestitures, exclusive sales and acquisitions. She co-founded Deloitte’s first US M&A business in Chicago and began her career in Deloitte’s London office where she advised on cross-border M&A transactions.
Ms. Kaufman holds a Masters of Business Administration with Honors from the University of Chicago-Booth School of Business and a Bachelors in Business Administration with Distinction from the University of Michigan-Ross School of Business.

MAYANK SINGH NEGI

COUNTRY MANAGER

Mr. Negi is the Country Manager for Dinan & Company in India. He leads our India operations and also heads Dinan Research Services. Mr. Negi comes with several years of industry experience at various Management Consulting firms. Prior to joining Dinan & Company, Mr. Negi played a critical role in developing the Knowledge Management practice at Egon Zehnder International. He was instrumental in rolling out and managing business intelligence services out of the Egon Zehnder’s shared services center. Previously he was with the Chicago based boutique firm, Gerson Lehrman Group, and was also part of the pilot team of Heidrick & Struggle’s knowledge management center in India. Through his career, Mr. Negi has worked with Clients in India, the US and Europe and has also written several reports on topics such as innovation, diversity, gaming and the casino industry in Asia, human capital trends, compensation trends of board members etc.
Mr. Negi holds a B.B.A. degree with HR & Finance specialization and a Law Degree from the University of Delhi.

JEFF ROBERTS

GROUP DIRECTOR

Jeff is a member of CPA Australia, has a Bachelor of Business Degree and a Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance and Investment.

He has a strong background in commerce including around 16 years in senior Accounting, Finance and Company Secretarial positions in a number of public listed companies. These were involved in mining, exploration, resources services, merchant banking, stockbroking, insurance broking, R&D and manufacturing.

Jeff has a great deal of experience in public company takeovers and large business sales and acquisitions, and valuations across a wide range of industries.

Jeff has been with Mergers & Acquisitions for 15 years and specialises in large business sales across all industries.

HILIT BEN-ZVI KOREN

CO-CEO

Hilit is a co-founder and partner at ‘Head-On Marketing & Business Navigation’, a leading Israeli firm advising companies and organizations in M&A transactions (sell-side and buy-side), growth strategies, sales and marketing and business development. She has over 20 years’ management consultancy and corporate finance experience. Hilit has expertise in accompanying and leading management teams in strategic change processes in organizations. She is a member of our food, IT and logistics industry groups, having closed several transactions in these sectors.

DORON EPHRATI

CO-CEO

Doron has over 30 years’ management consultancy and corporate finance experience. He is a co-founder and partner at ‘Head-On Marketing & Business Navigation’, a leading Israeli firm advising companies and organizations in M&A transactions (sell-side and buy-side), growth strategies, sales and marketing and business development. Doron has completed dozens of transactions across variety of industries, most of them cross-border transactions. Doron is a board member of several Israeli companies. He is a member of our food, health and industrials groups, having closed several transactions in these sectors.

MANUEL CONDE

ASSOCIATE PARTNER

Manuel has been working for more than 10 years as Managing Director in Latin America, leading organizations and high performance food and beverage industry teams, achieving consistently growth and profitability goals. He has extensive experience in setting up companies, developing new markets and introducing new concepts and products at international level. He has been working in the Investment Banking and Mergers & Acquisitions area for many years. Manuel is fluent in English and Spanish.

JAVIER SALINAS

ASSOCIATE PARTNER

Javier has wide experience in International Banking; representing foreign Banks and Financial institutions during the last 15 years, and performing tasks in Private Banking, Corporate Finance, Structural Financing of International trade and Investment Banking activities. Javier represented Bank von Ernst of Switzerland in Peru, and the Private Bank of HypoVereinsbank (today Unicredit), fulfilling functions of Financial Institutions, Corporate and Export Credit Agencies (ECAs). Javier studied Economy in the Universidad del Pacifico, and he did an International Bank and Corporate Financing expertise in Munich, Germany. Javier speaks English, Spanish and Portuguese.

CECILIA RUTTIMANN

ASSOCIATE PARTNER

Cecilia has extensive experience in Corporate finance. She has been working as Director at Darwin Capital Markets, Miami, Senior Consultant at Coutts Bank, Miami, VP Corporate Finance at Centrica Securities, Miami, VP Corporate Finance Latin America at ING Barings, New York, and within the Management Information Consulting Division of Arthur Andersen, Lima Peru. Cecilia joined B.A.M&A in 2010 as Associate Partner. She is a U.S.A., Peruvian and Swiss citizen, and fluent in English and Spanish.

EDUARDO VON SIMSON

PARTNER

Eduardo joined BAMA on 2012 as an Associate Partner and has extensive experience in the Financial Industry covering the Latin American market. Prior to joining BAMA, Eduardo held managerial positions and developed a successful business in various institutions such as Banco Santander, Lehman Brothers, American Express Bank, London & Capital and Global Investor Services. He also founded some independent advisory firms to cater to the independent advisor throughout the Latin American region providing a trading platform for them to develop their business. He holds a MBA in Finance from Bentley University in Boston, Massachusetts (USA) and speaks English, Spanish and is proficient in German.

ALEJANDRO FRÍAS

PARTNER

Alejandro, co-founder and partner of SFA Consultores, has extensive experience in Mergers & Acquisitions. He has collaborated in transactions in the range of US$7 MM to US$450 MM in industries such as pharmaceutical, trading, ports, direct sales, mining, financial services, IT, software and health. Before founding SFA Consultores, he was vice-president of Mergers and Acquisitions at Grupo Financiero Bancomer. Alejandro has an MBA from ITAM and he has a B.S. in actuarial sciences from Universidad Anáhuac México Sur. He speaks Spanish, English and French

HORACIO SEPTIEN

PARTNER

Horacio, Managing Director of Translink Corporate Finance in Mexico and Managing Partner of SFA Consultores, has extensive experience in Mergers & Acquisitions. He pioneered and led for six years the Mergers and Acquisitions division of Grupo Financiero Bancomer, the largest Mexican financial services group. Then, in 1997, Alejandro Frías and him founded SFA Consultores, a financial advisory firm. He has collaborated in transactions in the range of US$10 MM to US$700 MM in industries such as power generation, pharmaceutical, trading, ports, direct sales, mining, financial services, IT, software and health. He has a Postgraduate degree in Economics and Statistics from American University (Washington) and an MBA from the University of Chicago. He studied a B.A. Social Science at ITAM

RAFAEL ESGUERRA

ASSOCIATE PARTNER

Rafael has many years of experience as investment banker and corporate finance advisor. He has been working independently and for Inversiones Filigrana, Partner Valfinanzas (Investment banking boutique), SAB Miller PLC as Regional Integration Director and Grupo Empresarial Bavaria as Regional Planning Director. In 2013 he joined B.A.M&A as Associate Partner. Rafael is fluent in English and Spanish.

JOSE GOMEZ

ASSOCIATE PARTNER

Jose, associate partner of B.A.M&A has a vast experience both as Regional Director in Multinational companies (Grupo Bertelsmann, DuPont and Grupo Carvajal) and as entrepreneur with his own company as representative of several US and European Companies focused to the Packaging printing sector;he has joined B.A.M&A since December 2014 ;he holds a diploma of Industrial Engineer from Universidad Javeriana , master degree in Finance from Universidad de los Andes and several other Marketing courses from American Universities. He speaks fluently Spanish, English and Portuguese.

BRUNO STIERLI

ASSOCIATE PARTNER

Bruno has extensive experience in Food industry. He had worked for Nestle do Brasil Mc Cain Canada and Marfrig Alimentos as Executive manager before joining B.A.M&A as associate partner. Bruno is fluent in Portuguese, English, Spanish and French.

PAULO DE SOUZA

ASSOCIATE PARTNER

Paulo has a grounded experience in the beverages sector in Latin America. He worked at Diageo Paraguay as Country Manager and at Gilbey S.A. Uruguay as Executive, Manager, Responsible for sales and marketing. Before 90’s he worked at Hero Ind.com, Mc Cormick do Brasil S.A., Colgate Palmolive and Refinações de Milho Brasil always in managerial positions. He is an associate partner of B.A.M&A since 2010. Paulo is fluent in Portuguese, English and Spanish.

FRANCISCO DE ARTEAGA

ASSOCIATE PARTNER

Francisco has extensive and grounded experience in Chemical industry. He started his career at Rhodia Colombia and since then he has built his professional path through Chemical sector ending in the mexican Grupo Pochteca Brazil where he worked as General Manager. In 2013 he has joined B.A.M&A as Associate Partner. Francisco is fluent in Portuguese, English, Spanish, French.

TOMMASO LEONETTI

PARTNER

Tommaso served as professional in the consulting and Finance sectors. In the 90’s worked at Bain and Company and Value Partners, (Roma and São Paulo) as Management Consultant and at Credit Lyonnais as credit analysis and commercial banking. As an entrepreneur, joined CV Business Development (São Paulo) as a partner and Lead Consultant and B.A.M&A (São Paulo) as partner. He is fluent in Portuguese, French, English, Spanish and Italian. Tommaso is a member of our automotive, food and logistics industry groups, having closed several transactions in these sectors.

NORBERT DREYER

PARTNER

Norbert has a grounded and extensive experience in Corporate Finance . He worked at CMP Capital Management Partners GmbH, Berlin (Turnaround Private Equity Fund – Investment Manager) and WestLB Panmure Ltd., Berlin, London and New York – Executive, Manager, Assistant Director and Director (Head) – Corporate Finance Advisory / M&A. Norbert is a German citizen and is fluent in German, English and Spanish.

PEDRO RENNER

FOUNDING PARTNER

Founder of B.A.M&A the Latin America partner of Translink, Pedro has extensive experience in the areas of finance, investments, business development, restructuring, and general management. Member of several Boards of Directors, worked in multinational companies both in Latin America and the USA (Ford, Mack a.o.). Founded FINANCONSULT S.A. a finance services Co for mid market, and also successfully co-developed and sold the retail chain GAZEBO. Together with 2 Citibankers, he founded B.A.M&A in 1997 joining Translink in 2005. Co-Founder in 1998 of Criterium Management Group, a company crisis management and turnaround firm. Pedro is both Argentinean and EU citizen, fluent in English, Spanish, Portuguese and French.

MARIO BACMAN

PARTNER

Mario has a vast experience in finance sector. Before enetring B.A.M&A as Partner some 10 years ago, he worked for Coopers & Lybrand as Financial Consultant, Ministry of Economy and as the Director of the area of Financial Advisory Services at PWC. Mario, Argentinian citizen, is fluent in Spanish and English.

SALLY SAUNDERS

PARTNER

Sally started off as a Chartered Accountant and has been active in Corporate Finance since 2002. She has a track record of a wide variety of transactions, many cross-border – largely with the US. Being a founding partner of Provantage Corporate Finance, an owner-managed business, Sally completely understands that a clients’ decision to sell their business wholly or even partially is never taken lightly and works tirelessly to achieve a successful result. She is a member of our industrials group, having closed several transactions in this sector.

DAVID BROWNE

PARTNER

David has over 25 years’ corporate finance experience, and has worked with more than 400 business owners to complete over 200 deals worth more than £2bln across the globe. As well as a Big 4 and mid-tier background, David has also worked as a commercial director and shareholder within a global private equity backed business and acted as a principal in both acquiring and disposing of that business. He has a strong track record of establishing and growing leading and award-winning corporate finance teams. David is a founding partner at Provantage Corporate Finance. He is a member of our IT industry group, having closed several transactions in this sector.

WILL HOLMES

DIRECTOR

Will joined BHP Corporate Finance in 2015 and has a wide range of experience including advising on global disposal processes, private equity investments; MBOs; and supporting businesses through forecasting, business planning and securing growth capital.

MATT SCOTT

DIRECTOR

With over 12 years’ experience of mid-market transactions including management buyouts, corporate mergers & acquisitions, strategic & corporate advisory, raising development capital, business valuations and corporate disposals. Matt was awarded Emerging Dealmaker of the year at the 2016 Sheffield City Region Insider Dealmakers Awards. He is a member of our logistics industry group, having closed several transactions in this sector.

EFSANE CAM

PARTNER

Efsane has more than 27 years of extensive experience in wide range of corporate finance activities including equity and debt securities issues, mergers and acquisitions, privatization advisory, private sector and venture capital advisory. Efsane started her career at İşbank Capital Markets Department in 1992 and continued her career at İş Investment Corporate Finance between 1996-2019. During that period, has been involved in more than 100 M&A projects, lead many blue-chip company IPOs’ and privatization projects. Efsane holds an MBA from Bilgi University, BA from Marmara University and Sociology from Istanbul University She also completed the Young Managers Program at INSEAD. Efsane is a member of our food and health industry groups, having closed several transactions in these sectors.

ESER BECER

PARTNER

Eser has more than eighteen years of extensive experience working with clients on mergers and acquisitions, financial structuring, turnaround management, large scale transformation, business process optimization and implementation. Prior to joining Anafina Capital Partners, Eser held the General Manager role with a USD 20 million/year firm in Istanbul, Turkey where he led the turnaround management followed by divestiture of the business. In addition he has over 10 years of management consulting experience in the U.S.A. with Booz Allen Hamilton (now PwC) and General Electric. Eser holds an MBA from Rice University in Houston, Texas, MSc degree from Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas and BSc degree from Bogazici University in Istanbul, Turkey. He is a member of our automotive and industrials groups, having closed several transactions in these sectors.

DANIEL DOLZ

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR

Daniel Dolz holds a MSc in Civil Engineering from the Polytechnic University of Catalunya. He is an alumni of the Unitech International Society being the ETH Zurich his alma mater. In 2019 he obtained a degree in Applied Business Analytics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Throughout his career, Daniel Dolz has gained insight to several industries while serving in leading firms, where he focused on digital strategy and development of emerging technologies. Before joining Gut Corporate Finance in December 2021, Daniel Dolz contributed to the exit of a tech startup, acting as its COO. He is born in Barcelona, having a dual citizenship, Swiss and Spanish.

ALEXANDER GUT

MANAGING PARTNER

Alex founded Gut Corporate Finance on 1 July 2007. In his role as corporate finance advisor, he serves a wide range of public and private companies in various industries.
His experience covers the entire corporate finance spectrum leading projects in the areas of mergers & acquisitions, valuation, strategic analyses, financing, and restructuring.
Prior to founding Gut Corporate Finance, Alex worked for Big 4 firms for over 16 years, advising national and international banking and insurance clients in Zurich and London. He was a member of the executive management of a Big 4 firm in Switzerland responsible for the Swiss-wide Financial Services practice.
Alex studied at the University of Zurich and graduated in 1995 with a PhD in business. He started his professional career as an accountant and qualified as a Swiss Certified Accountant (dipl. Wirtschaftsprüfer) in 1996.

PER-OLOF EURELL

PARTNER

Experience as Controller for The Kanthal Corp, USA, and Controller for Lindéngruppen AB, CEO for Becker Industrial Coatings AB, CEO for Creando AB, and COO for Attendo Senior Care AB. Has worked with M&A since 2003. Degree in Business Administration and Economics from the Stockholm School of Economics and MBA degree from the University of Rhode Island. Per-Olof is a member of our health industry group, having closed several transactions in this sector. He is a member of our health industry group, having closed several transactions in this sector.

FREDRIK ULLBERG

PARTNER

Fredrik has been working as sales manager since 2008. In 2017 he joined Anecta, as a Senior Associate, becoming Partner in 2019. He holds a M.Sc. Fredrik is a member of our IT industry group, having closed several transactions in this sector.

SERGI BERNAT

ASSOCIATE

Sergi has over 5 years of work experience in M&A. Throughout his career, Sergi has participated in cross-border transactions in different sectors such as IT (SaaS, BPO, e-commerce, ERP), Healthcare, and Industrials. Prior to joining Translink Corporate Finance, Sergi developed his professional career at BBVA and Crea Inversión. He is also Associate Professor of Finance in Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF).

He holds a BBA from Universitat de Barcelona (UB), a MSc in Corporate Finance from Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF) and a Summer School stage in the London School of Economics (LSE), where he undertook courses of business analysis and valuation. Sergi passed the second level of the CFA Institute program.

FRANCESC AGUSTÍ

ANALYST

Francesc has over 3 years of work experience in M&A. Throughout his career, Francesc has participated in transactions both nationally and internationally. Prior to joining Translink Corporate Finance, Francesc developed his professional career at Deloitte and Crea Inversión.

He holds a degree in International Business Economics from Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF), with an exchange program at Boston College, and a MSc in Finance from ESADE Business School.

MARCOS GARCÍA

SENIOR ANALYST

Marcos has over 3 years of work experience in M&A. He also has been involved in strategic consulting projects for the NGO BAIF in India and has experience as a Research Assistant at CEMFI. Prior to joining Translink Corporate Finance, Marcos developed his professional career at Crea Inversión in the M&A team. He is also Associate Professor of Economics in Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF).

He holds a degree in Economics from Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF), with an exchange programme at University of Warwick, and a MSc in Economics from University College London (UCL), where he obtained a fully funded scholarship by Fundación Ramón Areces.

DANIEL AHIJADO

DIRECTOR

Daniel has over 14 years of work experience in international trade and finance and investment banking, specializing in the execution of cross border transactions with US, European and Latin American clients. He has experience advising on transactions in the TMT, healthcare, financial institution and real estate sectors among others.
He joined Translink as a Director in 2021. Previously, Daniel held various positions in PwC Mexico’s Corporate Finance team as well as in Fimecap Investment Banking (an investment banking boutique based in Mexico City).
Daniel holds a degree in History from Universidad Autónoma de Madrid and an MBA from Instituto Panamericano de Administración y Dirección de Empresas (IPADE).

OSCAR GARI

ASSOCIATE PARTNER

Oscar has over 10 years of work experience in audit, transaction services and investment banking and is specialised in debt advisory transactions. Throughout his career, Oscar has participated in transactions in different sectors such as industrials, business services, retail and packaging. Prior to joining WindCorp Translink, Oscar held various positions within KPMG, EY, Credit Suisse and Houlihan Lokey in Spain and UK. In addition to corporate finance services, Oscar will provide debt advisory services across the Translink group.

He holds a degree in Business Administration from Universidad de Barcelona and an MBA from IESE Business School.

TRAN-MINH THAI

Partner

Tran-Minh has over 17 years of professional experience and specialises in financial-strategic advisory, especially focused on transactions and restructuring cases in international contexts. Throughout his career, he has advised a large number of operations in various sectors such as industry, technology, FMCG and logistics. He joined WindCorp as a partner in 2021. Previously, he was the director responsible of the Barcelona-based office at the financial and strategic consulting firm Accuracy. He previously spent his career in Corporate Finance at EY and BDO. Tran-Minh holds a Master in Management from Toulouse Business School (France) and an MBA from Walton College (USA).

JOSEP PERE GUTIERREZ

Partner

Josep Pere has over 25 years of professional experience and is specialized in corporate mergers, acquisitions and strategic and financial consultancy. He joined WindCorp as a Partner in 2019. Previously, he was Partner at AddVANTE M&A for 19 years. Josep Pere holds a Degree in Economics and Business Administration and a Postgraduate PhD courses in Strategic Maps (UB). He is a member of our IT and health industry groups, having closed several transactions in these sectors.

JOSÉ MARIA BANÚS

Partner

José M. has over 20 years of professional experience in corporate finance, advising and being involved in M&A and investment management transactions. He has advised numerous transactions in sectors such as food, business services, healthcare, environmental services and specialized distribution. José M. is a WindCorp partner. He was a founding partner at Clairfield Partners, international Corporate Finance firm, and Danube Property Advisors, which manages real estate investment funds. He graduated in Business Administration from the University of Buckingham (UK) and holds a Masters Degree in Finance from the University of Deusto. He is a member of our logistics and food industry groups, having closed several transactions in these sectors.

OSCAR LLAUDET

Partner

Oscar has over 22 years of professional experience and is specialized in corporate mergers and acquisitions and business strategy, both nationally and internationally. He has extensive experience in the industrial and services sector. He is a WindCorp partner since 2013. He previously held various positions at Barclays Bank, AB Advisors, Morgan Stanley and Alta Partners. Oscar has a Degree in Economics and Business Administration (UAB) and an MBA from IESE. He is a member of our industrials group, having closed several transactions in this sector.

Mikołaj Martyński

DIRECTOR

Mikołaj has over 10 years of experience in M&A advisory, previously working for the international consulting companies KPMG and Grant Thornton. He graduated from the Poznań University of Economics and holds a master’s degree in capital investments and financial strategies of enterprise. Mikołaj also graduated from ISCTE in Lisbon focusing on Corporate Finance. He is a member of our logistics and IT industry groups, having closed several transactions in these sectors.

Stefan Kirk

PARTNER

Stefan, Partner, has 25 years of experience in M&A, capital raising and business development advisory for Polish owner –managers, private equity funds and foreign direct investors, successfully completing scores of assignments over the years. Before joining Maciej at Holon in 2011, he worked as an interim manager for external development projects through the 2000s. In the 1990s we worked for six years at Central Europe Trust, and four years at Deutsche Bank, in London and Warsaw. He graduated in Modern History from Oxford University in 1989, and has been working ever since. To support his role at Holon, Stefan also writes a monthly M&A column for just-food.com. In his spare time he is a keen art historian and collector. Stefan is a member of our food and health industry groups, having closed several transactions in this sector.

Jacek Korpala

PARTNER

Jacek has close to 30 years of experience in managing private equity, advising in M&A transactions, strategic consulting, project finance and business angel investing. He was partner at ARX Equity, a firm managing private equity funds investing in Poland and other CEE countries, investor at Hedgehog business angel fund, partner heading corporate finance practice in the Warsaw office of Arthur Andersen and director of department responsible for initial public offerings, sale of large companies and sectoral privatization at the Polish Ministry of Privatization. He graduated from the Department of Foreign Trade at SGPiS (now SGH/Warsaw School of Economics) and attended several professional trainings and courses on capital markets, M&A, valuations and management. He is a member of our automotive and industrials groups, having closed several transactions in these sectors.

Maciej Cieślak

MANAGING PARTNER

Maciej has over twenty years of experience in equity transactions, mergers and acquisitions, as well as market entry strategies for foreign investors. Before founding Holon Consultants in 2002, he was a Manager in a British management consultancy company – Central Europe Trust. He held UNIDO lectures and training programmes for Polish companies. He graduated in Physics from the Jagiellonian University in Cracow and Heidelberg University. He holds a PhD in Nuclear Physics. He completed his post-graduate studies in the World Economy Department at Warsaw School of Economics. Maciej is keen on fine-art photography both as photographer and collector. He is a member of our food, logistics and health industry groups, having closed several transactions in these sectors.

Sander Helseth

ANALYST

Sander holds a Master in Finance from the International University of Monaco with specialization in Private Equity, and a Bachelor in Finance from BI Business School, Oslo. Alongside his studies, he has worked at Svea Finans and participated in the CFA Research Challenge.

Knut Helgesen

PARTNER

Mr. Helgesen has 15 years of management experience in Orkla Media; Corporate Development, Financial Director and Dir. Digital Media. He has additional experience from Boston Corporate and Aratos. Knut is a member of our IT industry group, having closed several transactions in this sector.

Hans Henrik Westberg

PARTNER

Hans Henrik has 15 years of industrial management experience from IT companies such as Telenor, Amdocs and Hewlett-Packard. He has 15 years of transaction experience from Investment Banks and M&A boutique including Bryan Garnier & Co, Beringer Finance and Weibull, where he has completed +30 transactions in the areas of Business and Information Services in Norway / the Nordic region. Hans Henrik possesses a large network within the IT sector in the Nordics and is member of our IT industry group. He holds an MBA from Norwegian School of Economics HH and Bachler of Electronics & Communication Engineering from the University of Bristol.

Karl-Børre Gilje

PARTNER

Karl-Børre has about 20 years of experience from Orkla and Carlsberg, where he has had positions as sales and marketing director, purchasing and logistics director as well as director of new business. The last 10 years he has been director in business development, and has done several acquisitions in the Nordics (including Jordan and Cederroth) and integrated them in Orkla. In addition, he has Board experience from Asia. Karl-Børre holds a Master of Science in Industrial Economics from NTNU and a MBA from Netherlands and USA. He is a member of our food industry group, having closed several transactions in this sector.

Leif Larsen

MANAGING PARTNER

Mr. Larsen worked for Orkla (16 years) specializing in SVP Business Dev. Orkla Food Ingredients, sales and marketing direction in Denofa and Idun Industri. He was a sales manager at Bjørge Offshore, cost and planning engineer Saga Petroleum. He has 15 years of M&A experience from Orkla Corp. Dev. and Synergos. Leif is a member of our food industry group, having closed several transactions in this sector.

Mareike Maas

ASSOCIATE

Mareike joined Translink in 2017. She graduated from the University of Passau with a Master in International Economics and Business. She has gained expertise on several buy- and sell-side transactions and supports the team in financial modelling, market analysis and the preparation of marketing materials. She is part of our industrials group.

Carsten Wolter

ASSOCIATE

Carsten joined Translink in 2019 and supports the team in various financial, market and competitive analysis. He holds a Master of Science in Business Administration and has already gained experience in corporate finance and especially M&A through several internships during his studies. He is part of our automotive industry group.

JUUSO MARTTINEN

PARTNER

Juuso has been working in M&A since 2017. Prior to joining Translink he worked at Deloitte and OP Corporate Bank. His expertise includes the crafting of investment stories, financial modelling and business model analysis. Moreover, Juuso is proficient in debt structuring and leveraged buyouts. Juuso holds an M.Sc. (Econ.) from the University of Vaasa.

RUBEN MORING

PARTNER

Ruben has been working in M&A since 2017. In addition to financial analysis and preparing high quality sales materials, Ruben actively takes part in project management and sales. Prior to joining Translink, Ruben worked in business and technology consulting at Accenture. Ruben holds an M.Sc. (Econ.) from Åbo Akademi.

PONTUS BACKLUND

PARTNER

Pontus Backlund has been working with M&A since 2006. He has advised Finnish entrepreneurs, international corporations and private equities and executed numerous cross-border M&A transactions. He has also advised companies in their IPO processes. Pontus holds an M.Sc. (Tech.) from Aalto University and an M.Sc. from Hanken School of Economics in Helsinki. He is a member of our IT group, having closed several transactions in this sector.

SAMI MIETTINEN

PARTNER

Sami has more than 20 years of experience in investment banking. Before joining Translink, he spent 12 years in London executing transactions at Credit Suisse, Pöyry Capital and SEB. In Finland, he has worked at Merita, RBS and Sisu Partners. Sami was also the CEO of Nordic Trustee in Finland, participating in over 50 bond structures with over 4 billion of capital. His Uusi Neuvotteluvalta – You get what you negotiate, not what you deserve (WSOY) was the most popular audio business book in Finland for almost three months in 2019. He has also co-authored two economic books for the Libera Foundation. Sami holds an M.Sc. (Econ.) from Helsinki School of Economics, an MBA from Tulane University and is a CFA. He is a member of our industrial group, having closed several transactions in this sector.

JARI LAURIALA

PARTNER

Jari Lauriala has worked since 2000 in the investment banking sector advising leading Finnish and international corporations, private equity funds and financial institutions in a broad range of domestic and cross-border mergers and acquisitions and finance transactions. His expertise includes venture capital and private equity transactions, leveraged financing arrangements, complex security issues, IPOs, structuring and establishment of private equity funds and structuring and negotiating investments into target companies. He has published several books and articles. Jari holds an LL.M and an MBA from Aalto University. He is a member of our health industry group, having closed several transactions in this sector.

Claus Melgaard

Partner

Claus holds an engineering degree within energy transformation, thermo dynamics and electronics. He has a background with more than 15 years of experience with executive management in companies as Nilfisk Advance, Philips and Maxon Telecom. From 2001 until now he has worked within corporate finance, first as CEO for a Danish Venture fund and from 2007 he joined Translink Corporate Finance as partner in the Danish Office Schrøder Translink A/S. From 2015 until 2017 Claus was member of the BDO corporate finance. Claus has participated in many transactions within TMT, general industry among others. Claus is member of the Translink industry groups covering Logistics and IT.

Mauro Bussotti

MANAGING PARTNER

Mauro Bussotti built his career in the Investment Banking sector, focusing particularly on Structured Finance, Equity and Debt Capital Markets and on M&A advisory. He worked as a senior executive in several Italian and international banking groups before concentrating on advisory activity. He was the Credit Officer for Banca di Roma’s London branch and Deputy Representative for its New York office.

He has served as Credit Manager and Investment Banking Officer for Italian Financial Institutions in Citibank; Head of Investment Banking and Corporate Communication at Caboto, Intesa Group; Head of Investment Banking (Securitization, Structured Finance, M&A, Capital Market Origination) and Corporate Communications at Abaxbank, Credito Emiliano Group; and CEO of Comoi Corporate Finance, (the advisory arm of Comoi) among a plethora of others.

Mauro speaks English and Italian. He is a member of our food and industrials groups, having closed several transactions in these sectors.