
Accession Capital Partners
Description
Accession Capital Partners, formerly known as Mezzanine Management, is a prominent independent investment advisory firm with a specialized focus on Central and Eastern Europe (CEE). Headquartered in Vienna, Austria, the firm has established itself as a leading provider of mezzanine finance and growth capital solutions across the region. Their rebranding to Accession Capital Partners signifies an evolution while building upon a strong legacy spanning over two decades in the CEE market, providing crucial capital to support regional economic growth and business expansion.
The firm's core strategy revolves around providing flexible, non-dilutive capital to established, profitable small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). They primarily target companies seeking funding for growth initiatives, management buyouts, recapitalizations, and acquisitions. Accession Capital Partners distinguishes itself by offering tailored financing structures that bridge the gap between traditional debt and equity, catering to businesses that may not be suitable for conventional bank lending or full equity dilution. Their deep regional expertise allows them to identify and support high-potential companies across various sectors within CEE.
Over its operational history, including its time as Mezzanine Management, the firm has successfully raised and managed an impressive aggregate capital of over EUR 1.2 billion (approximately $1.3 billion USD). This substantial capital base has enabled them to complete over 60 investments across 15 countries in the CEE region, demonstrating their significant footprint and commitment to the area's economic development. Their typical first cheque sizes range from EUR 10 million to EUR 75 million, making them a key partner for mid-market companies requiring substantial growth capital. The firm's long-standing presence and extensive portfolio highlight their role as a consistent and reliable source of capital for businesses navigating the unique dynamics of the CEE market.
Investor Profile
Accession Capital Partners has backed more than 57 startups, with 2 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 21 rounds, about 37% of its total and boasts 23 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series Unknown, Debt Financing, Private Equity rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in Poland, Bulgaria, Hungary.
- Strong thematic focus on Manufacturing, Telecommunications, Financial Services.
- Led 1 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $10.8M – $81M.
Stage Focus
- Series Unknown (47%)
- Debt Financing (39%)
- Private Equity (9%)
- Post Ipo Equity (2%)
- Secondary Market (2%)
- Post Ipo Debt (2%)
Country Focus
- Poland (23%)
- Bulgaria (19%)
- Hungary (7%)
- Czech Republic (7%)
- Lithuania (5%)
- Denmark (4%)
- United Kingdom (4%)
- France (4%)
- Russian Federation (4%)
- United States (4%)
Industry Focus
- Manufacturing
- Telecommunications
- Financial Services
- Health Care
- Finance
- Food And Beverage
- Insurance
- Food Processing
- E-commerce
- Medical
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