Case Studies
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Scaling, Funding & Exit Success – Hakkasan, Yauatcha & Busaba Eathai
Strategic Finance & Growth
– Secured £4.2M for Yauatcha and £3.2M for Busaba Eathai, ensuring rapid expansion and financial stability.
– Built robust financial frameworks, securing investor confidence and long-term profitability.
High-Value Exits & M&A
– Led the successful sales of Hakkasan Group and Busaba Eathai to Qatari Wealth Fund and Phoenix Capital.
– Managed financial due diligence and valuations, maximizing shareholder returns.
Expansion & Operational Excellence
– Developed 5-year business strategies, scaling brands like Saka no Hana, Cha Cha Moon, and Princi into prime Central London locations.
– Streamlined finance teams, optimized forecasting models, and implemented controls to support high-growth demands.
From securing funding to executing high-value exits, our expertise in financial strategy, M&A, and business transformation ensures hospitality brands thrive. Looking to scale, attract investment, or prepare for an acquisition? We make it happen.
Why It Matters: From securing funding to executing high-value exits, our expertise in financial strategy, M&A, and business transformation ensures hospitality brands thrive. Looking to scale, attract investment, or prepare for an acquisition? We make it happen.
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Euphorium Bakery – Scaling, Investment & Strategic Exit, Transforming a Bakery into a National Brand
Growth Investment & Financial Stability
– Strengthened financial health, securing investment and positioning the business for a strategic exit.
Brand Expansion & Market Penetration
– Scaled from 9 locations to 170 across the UK, introducing diverse formats—flagship stores, high-street locations, and in-store kiosks within Tesco.
High-Value Exit to Tesco PLC
– Led the 30% sale to Tesco PLC in 2012, followed by a full exit in 2015 as Group CFO & High Street COO.
– Managed due diligence, negotiations, and transaction structuring, maximizing shareholder value.
Board-Level Strategy & Retail Innovation
– Appointed to Tesco’s “New Food Experience” Board, steering brand integration and retail transformation.
Why It Matters: From securing funding to executing high-value exits, our expertise in financial strategy, M&A, and business transformation ensures hospitality brands thrive. Looking to scale, attract investment, or prepare for an acquisition? We make it happen.
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Creams Desserts Café – Scaling, Expansion & Strategic Exit From UK Success to International Growth & Acquisition
Financial Leadership & Strategic Vision
– Aligned financial and operational functions with the founders’ vision, ensuring scalability and long-term success.
– Developed robust financial strategies, driving expansion into the USA and the Middle East.
Operational Efficiencies & Business Transformation
– Identified and resolved key operational challenges, streamlining processes to enhance efficiency and profitability.
– Established a strong governance framework, optimizing franchise operations and brand consistency.
Stakeholder & Investor Relations
– Built trusted partnerships with investors, franchisees, and external stakeholders, securing financial stability and sustainable growth.
High-Value Exit & Acquisition
– Led a successful partial exit, followed by the full sale to Pastachio Holding, ensuring a strategic and profitable transition for the brand.
Why It Matters: From securing funding to executing high-value exits, our expertise in financial strategy, M&A, and business transformation ensures hospitality brands thrive. Looking to scale, attract investment, or prepare for an acquisition? We make it happen.
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Luxury Hospitality Group – Global Expansion & Investment Strategy Securing Growth & Attracting Investment for International Expansion
Strategic Financial Leadership & Board Advisory
– Worked closely with the C-suite and Board to secure critical growth funding, enabling global expansion into multiple high-end markets.
– Developed comprehensive investor materials, providing strategic counsel that shaped key business decisions.
Investment Strategy & CEO Advisory
– Advised the CEO & Founder on investment opportunities, ensuring alignment with the company’s long-term vision and market positioning.
– Structured financial models to support scalable and sustainable growth, maximizing investment potential.
Investor Engagement & Market Expansion
– Led high-profile investor presentations across the GCC and UK, positioning the company as a premium hospitality investment.
– Build relationships with key investors, aligning financial strategy with the brand’s luxury market ambitions.
Why It Matters: From securing funding to executing high-value exits, our expertise in financial strategy, M&A, and business transformation ensures hospitality brands thrive. Looking to scale, attract investment, or prepare for an acquisition? We make it happen.