Advisory Scope

What We Do

Hestia brings together over 30 years of international operating, board and transaction experience with a trusted network of senior decision-makers, potential business partners and independent experts across Europe, Asia and the Middle East. Our role is not simply to provide analysis. We help clients frame the right questions, make well-grounded decisions and translate them into practical action.

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Capital & Transaction Advisory

We advise on the strategic and financial decisions that shape ownership, funding and long-term value creation. This includes developing a clear capital and transaction strategy before engaging the markets, aligning shareholders and decision-makers, and helping clients identify relevant potential business partners.

• Cap table strategy and shareholder alignment

• Corporate financing strategy and preparation for financing discussions

• Investment readiness and transaction preparation

• Strategic partner identification and client-led outreach preparation

• M&A, exits and strategic transformation

Strategic & International Growth Advisory

We support corporates, shareholders and boards in strengthening their strategic direction, governance and ability to grow across markets. Our perspective combines hands-on executive experience with an understanding of the institutional, cultural and commercial realities of international expansion.

• Corporate and business strategy

• Governance, board effectiveness and leadership support

• Transformation and performance improvement

• International expansion and cross-border market access

• Selective board and advisory-board mandates

Get in Touch

Confidential advisory inquiries for founders, shareholders, companies and family offices.

Founder & Principal

Alexander Ankel

M&A, Cap Table & Growth Advisory

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Corporate Office & Client Relations

Anke Berns

Executive Office & Client Relations

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Principal Office

Mühlengasse 3
40213 Düsseldorf, Germany