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Richard O'Donnell

I have been a specialist in the consumer and leisure sector for 20 years and I am a Partner at Clearwater. I cut my teeth at UBS Investment Bank, as part of the team advising on large transactions across Europe. I then moved to the mid-market and have spent the last 15 years working with some of the most exciting brands in the sector, including Fever-Tree, LEON Restaurants, Fox International, LeMieux, and Goals Soccer Centres. I’ve advised on sales, acquisitions, and take-private transactions in the sector.

Marcus Archer

I have been a partner of Clearwater since 2008, and during that time have built a business services sector team, developed our sponsor coverage programme, substantially grown our London team and sat on the UK Board (as well as advising many clients on successful fundraises, exits or acquisitions!). I am still a keen tennis player, rapidly learning how to play padel, an average golfer and love any time I can spend scuba diving or on the ski slopes.

Mads Nymann Henriksen

I'm an enthusiastic Analyst who joined Clearwater in February 2024. I've always been drawn to various forms of investing, buying, and selling companies, making Clearwater an ideal fit for me to dive further into this exciting world. Working alongside skilled colleagues is incredibly motivating and inspiring, which is enriching my skillset and expertise in M&A. I thrive on work (and sports) challenges, and I’m eager to make a meaningful impact in our dynamic environment.

James Malcharek

I am a Director in the Industrials & Chemicals team, with a particular responsibility for the Industrial Technology and Building Materials sectors. I joined Clearwater in 2021 from Lazard, where I spent four years, primarily focused on the industrial sector. Before joining Lazard, I qualified as a Chartered Accountant in corporate finance at Ernst & Young. My experience spans public and private companies, primarily advising on mergers, acquisitions, and disposals.

Clearwater advises ICG on its partnership investment in Direct Ferries

Clearwater advises Direct Healthcare Group on its debt funding provided by Yorkshire Bank, to support the acquisition of Kirton Healthcare

Clearwater advises the founders of Direct Pipe Industry on its sale to Thermador Groupe

Giulia Dupuis

I joined the Debt Advisory team at Clearwater in October 2023 and focused on advising companies across a wide range of sectors as well as private equity firms on diverse financing projects. Prior to this, I worked for four years in the investment banking division of UniCredit as part of the Acquisition and Corporate Structured Finance team. I hold a Grande École degree (Master in Management) from ESCP Business School in Paris, and a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from the University of Rome, where I grew up. Outside of work, I enjoy immersing myself in modern art, savouring the diversity of French and Italian cuisine and wines or exploring new destinations around the world.

Acquisition modelling: elevating strategic conversations with a credible financial model

Philippe Guézenec

I co-founded the French team of Clearwater in 2010 after more than 15 years in investment banks such as Close Brothers and BNP Paribas. In addition to leading the French team, I manage the consumer goods sub-sector. My recent deals include advising Montagu on the disposal of St Hubert to the Chinese group Fosun/Sanyuan, and the takeover of William Saurin by Cofigeo. I have also carried out a number of deals across the healthcare sector advising healthcare institutions and laboratories. I advised Bridgepoint Capital on the sale of C2S to Eurazeo Patrimoine, and the acquisition of St Georges Group by Kantys. The health and agri-food sub-sectors are closely intertwined, as evidenced by the growth of functional foods and ingredients, and Clearwater International's expertise in the natural foods industry has led to deals involving world leaders such as BCF Life Sciences and Solina. Linking these skills with new e-health or food tech trends allows Clearwater to bring particularly creative solutions to clients.