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…
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…
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…