Corporate Advisory &
Capital Introductions

We support companies across APAC and the GCC with business-focused capital planning and by facilitating introductions to institutional and private investors. We offer corporate advisory and relationship-based introductions allowing leadership teams to manage their fundraising processes while accessing relevant networks of global investors.

25+

Years of Private
Capital Experience

$3Bn+

Advisory on
Private Transactions

200+

Growth-Focused
Companies Advised

450+

Private Network of
Institutional Investors

Strategic Access to Global Investors

With more than 25 years of private markets experience, we connect ambitious companies with the right global capital partners. Our strength lies in understanding a client’s objectives and opening doors to institutional and private investors across the globe. We streamline the process by coordinating communication, ensuring both sides engage efficiently and with clarity. Our focus is on creating access, momentum, and alignment with suited capital sources.

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easy to perceive, understand, or interpret & translates to clear in Scandinavia

For Operational & Growth-Ready Companies

We work with SMEs and mid-market businesses (typically generating above US$5M in revenue or valued between US$10M and US$100M) that are preparing for their next phase of expansion. Our work spans private credit and selective private investment mandates, helping leadership teams articulate their capital requirements and connect with capable investors. We focus on positioning the company effectively and ensuring it meets the right stakeholders.

Partners

Charles Phillips

Seasoned financial markets and private capital advisor with a 25-year track record spanning global credit and equity markets as well as alternative investments. Structured complex cross-border transactions at leading financial institutions and later built a successful independent advisory platform. Has raised and deployed capital across multiple sectors and regions through a broad international investor network, advising mid-market companies, funds and sponsors on strategic growth, cross-border financing, and bespoke funding solutions.

Managing Partner

Carsten Hansen

Strategic advisor and private capital professional with more than 10-year track record supporting SMEs and mid-market enterprises through growth and cross-border capital raises. Works closely with founder-led businesses on growth strategy, capital structuring, and strategic advisory. Experience spans numerous industries with a particular focus on technology, manufacturing, healthcare and renewable energy.

Managing Partner

Our Senior Partners bring deep experience from their key positions and projects at leading financial institutions and corporations * :