GestInvest

Investment & Capital Structuring

Where structure meets strategy — transforming capital into long-term value.

Investment & Capital Structuring

Turning Capital Decisions
into Structural Clarity.

GestInvest advises on capital structuring situations where the quality of the structure, the credibility of the narrative and the discipline of execution are the deciding factors.

We do not raise capital speculatively — we work on mandates where there is a clear case, a realistic path and a client who understands what serious advisory requires.

What Capital Structuring Is — and Is Not

Capital structuring is not a fundraising pitch. It is the rigorous process of defining how a business should be financed — what instruments to use, at what cost, with what governance implications and with what investor profile. The right structure creates optionality. The wrong structure creates constraints that last for years.

Our work begins with understanding the capital context: what is needed, why, from whom, on what terms and with what governance implications. We then design the structure, prepare the documentation and support the execution from start to close.

Who We Work With

Founders and owners preparing for a financing round or capital event

Investment structures requiring governance, reporting or restructuring

Instruments We Work With

Equity

Common equity, preference shares, ratchets and anti-dilution structures. Designed around investor protections and founder alignment.

Convertible Notes & SAFE

Deferred equity instruments used in early-stage situations where valuation is premature or contested.

Structured Debt

Senior, subordinated and revolving facilities. Matched to asset base, cash flow profile and covenant capacity.

Mezzanine & Hybrid

PIK instruments, revenue-based financing and hybrid structures used to bridge equity and senior debt.

Our Structuring Process

Capital Audit

Review of existing capital structure, obligations, covenants and future requirements.

Instrument Selection

Match between financing need, business profile, investor universe and governance preferences.

Valuation & Financial Modelling

Independent valuation, scenario modelling and sensitivity analysis to support investor discussions.

Materials & Execution

Investment memorandum, term sheet, legal coordination and investor management to close.

Typical Situations

Series A or Series B round with institutional investors
Refinancing of an existing credit facility
Shareholder liquidity event requiring secondary structuring
Acquisition financing requiring a mix of equity and debt
Pre-IPO capital structure optimisation
Bridge financing ahead of a transaction or fundraising process

Our Services

Capital Raising & Structuring

Round sizing, instrument selection, investor targeting, term sheet structuring and close support.

Debt & Hybrid Instruments

Structured debt, mezzanine, convertibles and hybrid instruments designed for specific capital needs.

Valuation & Financial Modelling

Independent valuation, scenario modelling and financial analysis for capital and transaction purposes.

Investor Relations & Reporting

Investor materials, reporting frameworks, communication strategy and governance documentation.