Capital Advisory

Private Equity. Mezzanine. Debt. Access to global and local investors.

We advise owners and businesses on private capital transactions across the full capital structure. Our process is built around a single objective: securing the right partner, on the right terms. We operate across Private Equity, Growth Capital, Venture Capital, and Mezzanine – with deep sector knowledge and direct access to an established network of institutional capital providers. Clients benefit from fully independent advisory and senior-led execution throughout.

Advisory Capabilities

Equity Advisory

Ownership transitions and full business sales
Equity and growth capital raising
Competitive auction and bid process management
Principal-level negotiation support

Debt Advisory

Debt and hybrid capital raise process management
Coordination across borrowers, lenders, and capital providers
Execution of structured financing mandates

Raising capital in DACH and Europe

The experts and partners at XQUENT bring extensive experience in working with institutional investors across Private Equity, Growth Capital, Venture Capital, and Mezzanine. Each of them has more than a decade of hands-on experience in capital raising, ownership transitions, and structured financing mandates. Their deep sector focus spans Software & IT Services, Business Services, Industrial & Automation Technology, and Clean Tech & Energy Transition – consistently driving superior transaction outcomes for their clients.

XQUENT is independent, ensuring unbiased advice while combining international investor reach with deep local market insight. Every mandate is operationally led by senior principals from origination to close – not delegated.

Approach for raising capital and exits

Raising capital. Investor experience. Tailored approach.

Years of market experience, personalized guidance, and a nuanced understanding of the investor landscape make a decisive difference – whether in identifying and accessing the right capital partners, leading discussions and negotiations on equal terms, or successfully closing attractive transactions. Our partners and senior experts have a proven track record of leading some of the most complex mandates in the market.

1

Readiness Check and Valuation

We discuss your individual situation, evaluate your company, and develop specific measures that enhance the value of your company before a potential deal, where necessary and preferred.

2

Positioning and Preparation

We advise on transaction structure and strategy, prepare documents including a pitch decks, financial plan, and information memorandum to engage investors, and position your company.

3

Buyer Screening and Contacting

After discussing a shortlist of potential investors, we leverage our network and approach parties with discretion, taking on project management responsibilities, allowing you to focus on your regular tasks.

4

Investor Selection and Letter of Intent

As an experienced deal partner, we actively accompany you during management presentations and Q&A sessions. A fundamental agreement can be documented through a letter of intent (LOI), if preferred.

5

Dataroom and Due Diligence

Through a secure data room, company information is exchanged. We coordinate due diligence assessments between your company, potential investors, and their advisors.

6

Negotiation and Closing

As a negotiation-savvy partner, we facilitate optional bidding processes. After reaching an agreement, transaction details are agreed to enable signing and subsequent closing.

Milestones for raising capital and exit processes

Strategic options analysis and capital structure advisory
Financial planning and transaction structuring
Coordination of process letter, teaser, and information memorandum (IM)
Access to institutional investors, family offices, and alternative capital providers
Competitive process management across multiple parallel capital providers
Data room setup and due diligence coordination
Coordination of term sheets and transaction agreements

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Contact

We are your partners, bringing expert knowledge and comprehensive industry insights, while ensuring a confidential setting to discuss your situation. Let's begin your journey!

Maurice Heinz, Managing Director

Industry expertise in the investor landscpae

Great deals. Investor expertise.

The most direct access to investors: Our experts help you position your company or venture, understand the investor landscape, execute with a tailored approach, and negotiate favorable deals. With a clear vision of the big picture and a sharp focus on important details.