The Valther private equity practice, led by Velin Valev , Bruno Fiacre and Marie Kanellopoulos, is sought after by investment funds, corporates and strategic investors. Fiacre focuses on the structuring and negotiation of buyouts, including management incentive packages, reinvestments and post-closing matters. Kanellopoulos has extensive experience advising on both majority and minority buyouts, exits and shareholder reorganisations.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Valther teams are distinguished by their solid market knowledge and commitment to operations, enabling remarkable responsiveness and availability.’
- ‘We work mainly with Marie Kanellopoulos and Elisabeth de Rinaldis, who stand out for their responsiveness, market knowledge and availability.’
- ‘Bruno Fiacre made a significant contribution to the discussions with the buyer's advisors. Bruno had a realistic and practical view of the issues.'
- ‘Excellent understanding of investment fund expectations during deal negotiations. A dealmaker mindset, focused on solutions to successfully close deals. A proactive and responsive team that thrives in tight deadlines.’
- ‘Marie Kanellopoulos is proactive, solution-oriented, a dealmaker.'
- ‘This is a team with exceptional listening skills and a deep understanding of the issues. They have a very good ability to synthesise information. They possess excellent knowledge of our sector. The teams are highly committed to achieving our objectives and protecting our interests.’
Key clients
- DIOT SIACI
- GUINIER 1823
- DEMARNE EVOLUTION
- SC PACK (entrée MML Capital)
- CHAPSVISION
- OBJECTWARE
- QUALI GROUP
- SC PACK
- GROUPE CARSEY
- SOLUTYS CORPORATE
- FINANCIERE MARTIN - FIMAR
Work highlights
Advised DIOT SIACI on its strategic joint venture with NASCO Insurance Group.
Valther advised SC PACK and their founders on the acquisition of a minority stake by MML Capital Partners.
Valther advised GROUPE 1823, holding company of the GUINIER group, on its primary LBO.
Practice head
Velin Valev; Bruno Fiacre; Marie Kanellopoulos