Both corporates and entrepreneurs are seeking a more personalised, partnership strategy for their business needs and the nimbler approach that a boutique advisory firm can offer compared with larger, more traditional institutional advisory services, some of whom do not have the interest or bandwidth to service smaller deals and when they do, clients can be handed over to junior teams. Many clients are therefore seeking out smaller firms who prioritise their deals and provide a full suite of services from senior advisers.
ABG has a 12-year track record of working with both corporates and entrepreneurs, particularly in the £5 million to £75 million deal bracket. It has successfully completed deals for its clients each and every year since 2013, thanks to the hands-on approach, clear vision and leadership of co-Partners Eleanor Wilkinson and Kristian Gavan. Both have backgrounds in corporate finance, having worked at Livingstone Partners (now Arrowpoint) and KPMG, advising owner-managers and entrepreneurs, larger corporates and private equity clients across a broad range of sectors.
Bright Harbour Advisory prides itself on a hands-on approach, with advice geared to the best interests of the client and solutions that are tailored to the specific needs of each business, helping them to navigate complex transactions from M&A deals to capital raising. They also have a senior-level research offering, headed by expert Jo Penny, who brings with her more than 20 years of M&A research, fundamental to the strategic advice offered to clients.
“Our new name Bright Harbour Advisory reflects our commitment to a bright future where clients know they will get the A-team every time,” said Eleanor Wilkinson. “The boutique advisory space is changing rapidly, and we want to inspire, as well as advise, clients in pursuing their business ambitions. Our rebrand is not just about a new name, it’s a reflection of the growth we’ve experienced and the values we continue to stand for.”
Kristian Gavan added: “To us, every deal is unique and deserves the best advisory services possible. Our reputation is key and not driven by volume of deals. We would rather build long-term relationships with our clients who will return to and recommend us because of the tactical and sensible advice that we provide. Over the last several years, we have built a strong team that can meet the needs of clients whatever their business goals and objectives.”