Equiteq, the elite global investment bank specialising in technology and specialty services, has appointed Nataly Taranova as Managing Director in continued expansion of its European platform and leadership team. The appointment accompanies the opening of a new Zurich base.
Nataly brings a strong entrepreneurial track record and deep experience advising founders, investors and corporates on IP-differentiated technology transactions and high-value fundraisings. In her role, she will play a key part in building and scaling Equiteq’s European operations, while further enhancing the firm’s depth, networks and execution capabilities across the DACH region.
She joins Equiteq with extensive experience supporting high-growth, innovation-led businesses on complex cross-border transactions and strategic capital raises, and a track record of delivering premium outcomes for technology, cybersecurity, sustainability and business services clients across Europe.
Commenting on her move to Equiteq, Nataly said: “I’m excited to join Equiteq at a time when the European technology and innovation ecosystem is seeing renewed momentum, with the DACH region in particular continuing to produce exceptional IP-driven businesses. I’m excited to work closely with clients across the region to help them navigate growth, capital and strategic change.”
Welcoming Nataly to the firm, Jerome Glynn-Smith, Head of Europe, said: “We are delighted to welcome Nataly to Equiteq. Her appointment is an important step in the evolution of our European platform. She brings a rare combination of entrepreneurial perspective and execution experience that will help us continue to build a cohesive, pan-European advisory business for founders, investors and strategic acquirers.”
David Jorgenson, Equiteq’s CEO, added: “I’m so pleased Nataly is joining us. As demand for specialized, cross-border advice continues to grow, expanding our senior leadership in key markets is central to our strategy. Nataly’s appointment reinforces our commitment to building a truly global platform with deep regional expertise.”
Momentum in Europe
Equiteq has continued to expand its footprint across Europe, advising high-growth technology and services businesses on sell-side M&A, buy-side strategies and capital raising. The firm’s European team works closely with its global platform to support clients accessing international buyers and investors. Recent deals include:
- Acted as exclusive financial advisor to Waada The Movement on its agreement to be acquired by emagine, a pan-European business and IT consultancy.
- Advised MidEuropa on the acquisition of a majority stake in Romanian Business Consult (RBC), a vertically focused IT system integrator.
- Acted as advisor to Valentia Partners, the leading UK and Ireland-based consultancy recognized for its deep expertise in the financial services, digital assets, and regulatory sectors, on its sale to Virtusa Corporation.
- Advised Growth Capital Partners (GCP) on its strategic investment in Strata FSC, a specialist financial services consulting firm focused on BlackRock Aladdin implementation and data transformation.
- Supported Keensight Capital on its acquisition of a majority stake in Plat4mation, a leading ServiceNow partner.
For more about Equiteq’s transactions, visit: https://www.equiteq.com/merger-acquisition-transactions