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Emmanuel Xerri

I founded the Clearwater team in Marseilles over 20 years ago. The Mediterranean region has many up-and-coming businesses which we are ideally placed to advise given our close proximity. I started my career in the corporate finance department of PwC and then joined EY. Following this I co-developed the activities of Edmond de Rothschild in Marseille for five years. Over the years, I have supported small and medium-sized companies that have sometimes become large corporations. The diversity of the transactions I have advised on makes me a generalist, or rather a multi-specialist across various sectors including business services, healthcare, industrials, specialised distribution, and TMT. More recently, I advised on the various build-up operations as well as the primary and secondary LBOs of the Cogepart Group, the French leader in last mile delivery. I also advised Hôpital Privée La Casamance on the merger with the Almaviva group and the entry of FrenchFood Capital into Markal, a major player in the organic food sector. Today, Clearwater International is ideally positioned to accompany clients through the increasingly rapid changes in the market, remaining adaptable and utilising our sector specialists in both our French and international teams to meet client goals.

Sam Beard

I have spent my entire career at Clearwater having joined the business in 2013. I am a Director in our Deal Origination team leading our business development activities across our Tech and Financial Services sectors. A few of my originated deals include 15below’s investment from LDC, Mayden’s investment from G Square, WJ Group’s investment from THI, the sale of CloudShift to Globant and the sale of PSL Purchasing to Sodexo. Outside of work, I’m a keen sportsman playing football when its cold and golf when its not!

Olivia Prew

I lead Origination and Business Development across Clearwater in the UK. Having joined the firm in 2011, I am lucky enough to regularly meet many fascinating entrepreneurs and management teams and have the privilege of learning more about their businesses and aspirations. Making these connections is a genuine passion for me and has resulted in some wonderful clients and outcomes including the sale of MBL Seminars to Law Business Research, Triangle Fire securing investment from BGF, the sale of Arran Isle to Assa Abloy, and many more.

Felix Hansson

The most rewarding aspect of being part of Clearwater is the opportunity to guide entrepreneurs through decisions that often represent pivotal moments in their professional lives – selling the entirety or a part of their company and life's work. As an adviser, it's crucial for me to approach these matters with the utmost respect. Collaborating closely with ambitious and talented entrepreneurs is very fulfilling, as it allows me to contribute my expertise to ensure the best possible outcome in every transaction. I have been engaged in private M&A transactions at Clearwater since 2020, having assisted successful entrepreneurs across multiple industries and regions in Sweden. My very first completed transaction was the sale of Systeminstallation to Alder, which I remember especially well. Prior to joining Clearwater, I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Business and Economics from Stockholm School of Economics.

Hemavli Bali

I joined Clearwater in December 2018 to lead M&A advisory within healthcare and life sciences technology and specialist services - including life science commercialisation services, e-clinical solutions, healthcare IT, software and IP driven consultancies. My 21 year career has traversed investment banks, Big Four firms and M&A boutiques and I joined Clearwater for its truly international team, passion for high quality client service, culture and dynamism. I have spent 16 years in M&A advisory, in the UK and the US, and advised on over 40 transactions across the sell- side, buy-side, owner-managed businesses, large corporates, private equity and public to private transactions. I have also provided extensive Board level advice both pre- and post-deal processes. The healthcare and life science industry, and its increasing technology enablement, has been my main focus throughout. Deals I have advised on include the sales of Age UK’s telecare business to Axa PPP Healthcare, Medaxial to Covance, Abacus International to Decision Resources Group and Synergy to DDB, Omnicom. I have previously held roles at Deloitte, Results International, Nomura, Royal Bank of Canada and Ernst & Young. I am a Chartered Accountant and hold a BSc in Economics from the London School of Economics.

Thomas Hickey

I joined Clearwater’s M&A team in 2018 as a Graduate. Since then, I have been lucky enough to work with many inspiring founders and excellent businesses. Focusing on both company sales to trade acquirers and private equity investments, it’s a privilege to support management teams with such momentous events.

Andreas Paulsen

I joined Clearwater as an Analyst in 2023. My work spans various industries, involving market research, analysis, and preparation of sales material. Being part of a dedicated team gives me the opportunity to expand my skills and tackle new challenges across sectors and companies. Before joining Clearwater, I served as a Teaching Assistant at Aarhus University and participated in several case workshops through International Case Teams.

Ajay Shah

I have worked in Deal Origination since 2017 and lead Clearwater’s origination efforts across Healthcare and Industrials & Chemicals. I enjoy building relationships with successful entrepreneurs and management teams, hearing their growth stories and understanding what they want to achieve. Since joining Clearwater in 2021, I have originated several deals including Aspire Technology’s investment from LDC and Road Traffic Solutions’ sale to Equistone-backed BUKO.

Richard Corrie

I joined Clearwater in 2017, and I am an Associate Director within our Industrials & Chemicals team. My role is to understand the evolving market dynamics within the industrial sector. This includes staying up to date with M&A activity, having insight into valuation drivers, and building relationships with leading corporate acquirers. During my time at Clearwater, I have had the opportunity to work on a number of highly successful transactions, supporting businesses across a range of sub-sectors. I enjoy working with high-quality businesses and helping to deliver positive outcomes during the sales process.

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