TESTIMONIALS
David Latimer, CEO, EVO Electric"The deal we did with GKN was transformational for EVO. Ascendant guided us through its very numerous and complex components – direct investment, JV formation, technology licensing, etc. – from start to finish. Not only did they get us the best terns but frequently came up with creative solutions to issues which had frustrated the teams on both sides of the deal. I have no hesitation in recommending them to companies who need quality advice on funding, JVs and more complex transactions like licensing." |
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SB Cha, CEO, ACAL Energy"ACAL has worked Ascendant on 2 funding rounds. The breadth and currency of their knowledge of the investment community has made all the difference in each deal. They introduced ACAL to investors in the UK, Europe and other parts of the world, ranging from financial VCs to corporate/trade investors. One thing we particularly valued was their personal commitment to us - Stuart McKnight was a constant presence, managing the deal to a successful conclusion. We look forward to working with them again." |
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Jamie Rae, CEO and Founder, Redeem plc"The shareholders and management of Redeem were very impressed with the advice and service provided by Ascendant in helping the team which had relatively little transaction experience to identify the rights buyers, negotiate terms and “close the deal”. The Ascendant team worked with us from the start to the finish of the transaction - always there when we needed them and working behind the scenes to make sure the details were dealt with. On a personal level the Ascendant team were great people to work with and we are already looking at other projects with them." |
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Charles Armstrong, CEO"Ascendant provided outstanding support as Trampoline's corporate finance partner during our Series A fundraising. Their experience, negotiating skills and understanding of Trampoline's objectives helped us complete a great deal. I'm happy to recommend their services for anyone undertaking a deal of this kind." |
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Nic Birtles, Chairman, Konetic"Ascendant managed a difficult corporate finance transaction for Konetic superbly. Their consistent and focused efforts guided us at all times during the deal from documentation, through launch tactics to negotiation of terms. Their ability to manage the process with counter parties in the US and Europe was a big advantage. I would recommend them without hesitation to another potential client." |
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Phil Hollingdale, Founder and Chairman of Screen Pages"Stuart McKnight at Ascendant was vital to the success of the deal – his knowledge and experience navigated us through the expected and unexpected challenges of the sale process. The shareholders of Screen Pages were very glad to have Ascendant as our adviser." |
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Matteo Berlucchi, CEO of Skinkers"We were introduced to Ascendant and were impressed by their consistent success in fund raising. Their knowledge of the VC market and ability to get Skinkers in front of "quality" investors were key factors in our choice of adviser" |
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Bob Coleman, Visual Approval’s CEO"Ascendant’s guidance, based on extensive experience working with growth companies, has helped Visual Approval take critical decisions and negotiate vital commercial agreements at key times in the company’s development." |
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Caspar Hobbs, CEO of Mergermarket"Stuart McKnight, now at Ascendant, managed our key fund raising at a very challenging time in the VC market. His knowledge and determination secured vital funds for Mergermarket at the right price. I have recommend Stuart and Ascendant many times to companies who need quality advice on fund raising and M&A." |
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Phil Hollingdale, CEO of Staffcare"Ascendant’s ability to get SPFS in front of "quality" investors, like Herald, and manage the process for the Company were vital to the success of the fund raising. We have enjoyed working with them during the process and have been impressed by their approach and responsiveness." |
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