Kylla is a passionate corporate transactions firm that matches growth-focused companies with a worldwide network of professional investors and business partners to get you where you want to be. We provide capital for expansion, acquisitions, recapitalisations and management buyouts. We love business and we love finance, and we mix these up to create the most effective investment, structuring and financing solutions out there.
In a world of opportunities, we absolutely believe in business beyond borders. Geographically, but above all mentally. Business beyond borders means pushing the envelope on new ideas and thinking differently. So we involve specialists, take a global view and leverage our local legal, tax and investment connections to deliver the best results for our clients at home and abroad, beyond borders.
Most big corporate finance practices act as if they know everything better than you do. We’re not like that, because we are entrepreneurs too. Entrepreneurs who are on a mission to build the best corporate, finance, tax and legal practice. We think like you. We respect you. And we listen before we talk.
Kylla is the Finnish word for Yes (and Agreed, too), so we made it our company name, even though we started out in the Netherlands. Because Kylla fits our mindset, and because we enjoy thinking beyond borders. It means that if you’re looking for a positive experience, talk to us. We’re more likely to say Yes.
In light of my most recent article at DuurzameStudent, I have looked at whether it is possible to hedge your investments against humanity’s dependence on fossil fuels? Choosing where to invest could potentially support or worsen the multiple strands of today’s energy crisis. Collectively, we must soothe pressure on consumers, globally achieve net zero,…
Environmental Social Governance (ESG) is often portrayed as an inhibitor to profit, but this can be clearly evidenced as a mistaken belief. Certainly, when viewed against a backdrop of quick short-term profits, ESG can appear to be another burdensome demand on corporate executive time. However, implementing effective, robust strategies to satisfy the critical criteria of…
There are currently many reasons for investors to feel they should exercise caution. The world is slowly recovering from an unprecedented global pandemic, major armed conflicts, a climate crisis and the likelihood of a global recession. However, when looking to the past, there are reasons to suggest great opportunities arise during challenging times. These events…
Looking back, there is no question that the past two years have been a catalyst for real structural change across every industry, from the adoption of telehealth and healthcare, digital wallets and digital financial services, to kerbside pickup, contactless shopping and much more. Looking forward, the case for continuing digital transformation has never been more…
European energy prices had already skyrocketed over the past year as the world economy bounced back from covid. Then, the war in Ukraine put self-sufficiency and security of supply firmly on Europe’s agenda. Together, they add up to two drivers for fundamental change – and some exciting opportunities for investors. Three energy sources currently dominate…
Ready to step up to the climate emergency but don’t know where best to invest? Here are 3 ideas By Johannes Hammerstein – Kylla Vice President Corporate Transactions and Wayne Hovdestad – Associate Partner We all know by now about the climate emergency we face. The impact of industrial pollution, the plastic waste that is…
The Kylla Corporate Transactions team is expanding in expertise and scope as Hugo Berkhout joins us as Partner Investments & Treasury Services. An introduction. Hugo launched his career in finance while a university student in Amsterdam, where he was reading history and law. A series of fortuitous coincidences led him to join Delta Lloyd Bank…
It doesn’t matter whether we are talking about AI or smart communities, net zero energy or digital movements, flying taxis or reducing carbon emissions, I believe that for the investment community ESG is inseparably intertwined with digitalized solutions. Because while it is crucial to invest in the future of our planet for our children and…
The term ESG has been circulating within the investment community for a number of years. Now though, in the era of Covid-19, it is enjoying much greater attention. But what, specifically, is ESG and how will it change the investment industry, and Private Equity & Venture Capital in particular? ESG, which stands for Environmental, Social and Governance, describes the characteristics that make an investment sustainable, responsible or ethical. It is also often used to describe an investment class – sustainable investing –…
Fintech company SYNQA based in Thailand, formerly Omise Holdings, has raised $80 million in its Series C funding round led by SCB 10X and SPARX Group, through its Mirai Creation Fund II. The round was joined by Toyota Financial Services Corporation (TFS), Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC), SMBC Venture Capital (SMBCVC), Aioi Nissay Dowa Insurance…
In recent weeks, we met with our clients: entrepreneurs and investors from Europe, the Middle East and Asia. They shared their views and experiences during the Covid-19 outbreaks. Based on this, we hope to provide insights to motivate you and support your company in surviving this storm in the best way. Main guidelines from Entrepreneurs Stay positive, all…
During my internship at Kylla, I received the opportunity to attend a conference in London arranged by London School of Economics (LSE) which provided me with further insights into the alternative investment industry and useful knowledge that I carried with me for the remaining part of my internship. The LSE alternative investment conference was founded…
I recently had the opportunity to sit down with Dr Senst, Founder of GBT International and talked business beyond borders. The disarmingly down-to-earth CEO (founder) of GBT has his roots in the photographic industry. His then business “TURA” manufactured colour negatives and paper With disruptive tech (digital cameras) coming more and more into focus, Dr…
When I arrived at Kylla, I was immediately struck by my colleagues’ attitude that, ultimately, given enough focus, energy, and effort, nothing is beyond our reach. No matter how far away, or fanciful it may have seemed to you. It’s encapsulated in our mantra: “Business Beyond Borders”. One of the best things about working in…
Recently our ‘s-Hertogenbosch’ office moved two floors up within the same HNK building to a more spacious office. With our current growth and thus need for more space, we created a wonderful Kylla-zone to meet, think, brainstorm, concentrate, drink great cappuccino’s and feel comfortable. We have shaped our new office in a way that we…
By Prianka Mahanty, Director Kylla United Kingdom Recent years have been good to India, and on my recent visit there I saw a country that is finally starting to make its mark on the world. But can it continue to do so? With one of the largest youth populations in the world, the Indian economy…
The Kylla team in Amsterdam has a new team member – Michael Marabini – who joins us as an investment manager. Doing the same thing every day is anathema to Michael – so much so that he left behind a successful career at Netteltons, an established and highly respected law firm in South Africa, to…
Almost 50% of the private equity funds launched this decade have used subscription credit lines to fund deals, and debt added fuel to most of the private equity deals in 2018. From a global perspective, the issue comes down to the basics, which is that private equity funds look for reliable debt partners – and…
The latest trends in alternative investing and an exploration of the cultural differences between doing business China and the EU were among the topics covered by Kylla Corporate Transactions at the first “Connect Now” business event in Amsterdam. Connect Now is a new platform that aims to promote business ties between China and Europe. Its…
Kylla’s Prianka Mahanty was one of just 40 “unsung heroes of international trade” to be recognised during the Europe India Business Leaders Conference. Against the backdrop of Brexit discussions at the European Parliament in Brussels, on 10 April, the EU40 and the India Centre for Business and Industry released their joint EuIndia40 list. The list…
