Deal Sourcing and Pipeline
Proprietary deal sourcing, driven by deep and reliable networks across West Africa along with a full-time local presence in the region
Consistent and disciplined practice in investment selection:
- Intensive and disciplined focus on thorough due diligence: review of business models, market forecasts, profit projections, cost basis, operating risks, potential investment impact, and management team backgrounds
- Processes of systematic deal valuation and capitalization structure creation
- Controlled investment decision-making process by the investment committee
Value-oriented investment philosophy:
- Invest at attractive valuations corresponding to target company’s growth potential
- Pursue a wide range of transaction types in pursuit of the most attractive risk/reward characteristics
- Leverage structuring experience to bridge valuation expectation gaps, provide downside protection, and provide multiple exit alternatives