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Our team is made up of experienced investment banking professionals and entrepreneurs who understand the specific challenges of building and transforming a business. We advise our clients with full commitment, combining deep transaction expertise with a clear understanding of their individual priorities.
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Our advisory board brings together seasoned leaders with complementary industry, investment and leadership experience. They provide independent perspectives and strategic guidance, strengthening our ability to support clients in critical decisions.
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Partner at Squire Patton Boggs
Former Chairman of the Management Board of VVR Bank Kurpfalz Speyer
Ex-CFO, entrepreneur, exit strategy expert with a high affinity for SMEs in the manufacturing industry
Entrepreneur, former owner of the Drahtzug Stein Group, Philanthropist and Investor
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Marco Strogusch
Managing Partner
Previous Experience
IMAP
Lampe Corporate Finance
Commerzbank
Oaklins
Education
Graduate in Business Administration
Bank Clerk
He advises clients on company sales (sell-side) and acquisitions (buy-side) and has successfully led numerous transactions for leading private equity firms, mid-sized companies, and large corporates. Marco combines a highly professional approach with a strong attention to detail, a proactive way of working, and absolute reliability. His goal is to support his clients in achieving their strategic and personal objectives, placing great emphasis on building trusted, long-term relationships.
With energy, creativity, a touch of humor, and the necessary composure, he aims to bring out the best in every project.Marco lives near Frankfurt with his wife, their four children, and their dog. Much of his weekends are spent on the sidelines of hockey pitches and handball courts, supporting his children’s teams. He enjoys running and staying fit, and is passionate about music, skiing and reading, as well as listening to podcasts and audiobooks.
Selected Transaction includes
Sale of Deinzer GmbH to HL Display
Sale of Kencana GmbH to a private Group of Investors
Sale of Achatz to Terras Tiefbau, a portfolio company of AUCTUS CAPITAL Partners
Sale of Kögel Filter to LIFCO AB
Sale of Frey-Donbauer-Wich to ORARA, a portfolio Company of AUCTUS CAPITAL PARTNERS
Markus Wenzel
Managing Partner
Previous Experience
DPK
Bankhaus Lampe
BNP Paribas
KPMG (formerly Arthur Andersen)
Education
Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)
Master in Law and Economics
Graduate in Business Administration
Markus focuses on the traditional German Mittelstand across established industries, industrial and services sectors, healthcare, and consumer goods. He supports entrepreneurs and companies in succession solutions and in finding the best possible owner.
With a total of approximately 100 completed transactions on the Buy- and Sell-side as well as an investor, Markus covers all aspects of the M&A process and ensures optimal outcomes. He never loses sight of the personal dimension and, in particular, provides private entrepreneurs with the guidance required in M&A processes.
After studying economics in Frankfurt and completing a master’s degree in Stockholm, Markus spent nearly ten years working in the mid- to large-cap segment at Arthur Andersen and BNP Paribas in M&A and project finance. He then joined Lampe Corporate Finance as Managing Director, where he focused on entrepreneur-led German mid-sized companies. From 2014 onwards, his focus shifted to buy-and-build strategies, including own investments in the consumer goods and healthcare sectors, before co-founding hillstreet advisory partners GmbH together with Marco Strogusch in 2024.
In his private life, Markus enjoys living in Frankfurt with his wife, their two children, their dog, and their horse when he is not spending time on the Dutch North Sea coast, in the mountains skiing, or occasionally playing tennis.
Selected Transaction includes
Sale of Achatz to Terras Tiefbau, a portfolio company of AUCTUS CAPITAL Partners
Sale of Kögel Filter to LIFCO AB
Sale of Frey-Donbauer-Wich to ORARA, a portfolio Company of AUCTUS CAPITAL PARTNERS
Tim Buttelmann
Associated Partner
Previous Experience
William Blair
IMAP
CF:M
Education
Chartered Financial Modeling & Valuation Analyst (FMVA)
Master in Finance
Bachelor in General Management
Tim brings extensive experience in investment banking and corporate finance advisory, with a strong track-record across both Buy- and Sell-Side mandates. He has advised clients at cf:M, IMAP and William Blair, focusing primarily on the Business Services, Consumer Goods and Industrial Products verticals.
As a Chartered Financial Modeling and Valuation Analyst, as well as an entrepreneur and investor, Tim combines analytical depth with first-hand entrepreneurial perspective. He structures and executes tailored M&A solutions for private equity firms, corporates, and business owners, always aligning strategic objectives with value-maximizing transaction outcomes. His hands-on and forward-thinking approach ensures disciplined execution and a clear focus on client success.
Outside of work, Tim enjoys spending time by the sea and exploring international cultures. He is passionate about fitness and team sports, especially football.
Selected Transaction includes
Sale of Deinzer GmbH to HL Display
Sale of Kencana GmbH to a private Group of Investors
Sale of Achatz to Terras Tiefbau, a portfolio company of AUCTUS CAPITAL Partners
Sale of Kögel Filter to LIFCO AB