ABOUT

INVIN is a Swiss-based M&A advisory firm, expertly serving European SMEs in sell-side/ buy-side transactions, and guiding startups from growth phases to IPO readiness.

Having consistently delivered top results for our clients across diverse industries, with a broad network to investors and industry specialists, and a hands-on collaborative approach, we deftly manage every aspect of your transactions—from assessing strategic alternatives, company valuations and professional marketing materials to overseeing the entire process and contract negotiations. Our distinct entrepreneurial edge sets us apart.

At INVIN, clients benefit from a tailored experience, ongoing guidance, and steadfast support, always available and responsive.

Our primary aim? Empowering businesses to thrive during pivotal moments.

NATALY TARANOVA

A serial entrepreneur and passionate business person, Nataly got her education at HSG (University of St Gallen) and worked for several years in investment banking (M&A) at UBS AG before starting her own advisory business.

During her more than 16 years of M&A, she advised multiple companies in a broad range of industries: from telecom and information services, media intelligence and real estate to cyber security, fintech and climate tech in Switzerland and Europe.

Corporate finance / M&A: >16 years of experience, advised on M&A transactions and IPOs worth several billions across a broad range of industries
Strategy & business development: developed business models & value creation strategies for 50 SMEs and start-ups
Fundraising: supported multiple companies with the whole fundraising process from building a strong business case and financial model to contacting and negotiating with potential financial and strategic investors
Digitalization & business innovation/entrepreneurship: led own digital marketing company, developed innovation/ digitalization strategies for 30 SMEs
Team leadership: built up and led an international team of 12 employees

Senior corporate finance & strategic advisory specialist, founder of INVIN

Professional experience

2013-current

Independent M&A Advisory in Zurich

2021 - 2023

Board Member of a pet care company

2012 - 2017

Founder of a digital marketing company

2011 - 2012

Investment Banking at Greentech in New York/ Zurich

2008-2011

Investment Banking at UBS in Zurich

2004-2006

Internships at Siemens in Germany and Switzerland

INVIN GmbH /Taranova Consulting – Corporate Finance/M&A and strategic advisory

Corporate finance & strategic advisory, business development for Swiss and European SMEs, fundraising support for, among others, FinTech/ ICT/ Climate Tech startups

Key expertise: identifying and maximizing the full potential and value of your business through: developing business models & value creation strategies, digitalization/ innovation strategies, preparing for exit/financing, managing end-to-end M&A processes, including: financial modeling, valuation, information memorandum, process organization, due diligence, contract negotiation

Bogar AG, Zurich, Switzerland

Board member of the leading Swiss pet care and dental appliances company, Bogar AG, which was acquired in January 2023 by AGROBIOTHERS - the market leader for pet care in France

abricoz GmbH, Zurich, Switzerland

Founder and CEO of abricoz GmbH – a full service digital marketing agency: business and digitalization strategy development services, client experience, IT design and technology services

Key expertise: set up and management of a start-up, business model development, business planning, team leadership and organization, financing, project acquisition & management, customer relationship management, outsourcing to Eastern Europe

Main achievements: break-even after 1 year, growth to 12 employees, acquisition of more than 40 steady clients in Switzerland

Greentech Capital Advisors, Zurich, Switzerland / New York, USA

Associate, financial advisory in sustainable infrastructure, green energy and clean technology, M&A/private placements advisory for European and overseas clients

Key expertise: company valuation, financial modeling, deal structuring and execution

Main deal: advised Riverstone, US, on a sale of Seajacks International, UK (offshore wind/oil & gas) to Marubeni and INCJ, JP (2012)

UBS Investment Bank, Investment Banking Department, Zurich, Switzerland

Analyst, financial advisory of Swiss corporates and financial institutions – broad industry exposure (financial institutions and industrials), M&A/capital market transactions

Key expertise: company valuation, financial modeling, deal execution

Main deals: acquisition of ING Private Bank by Julius Baer Group (2009); sale of AIG Private Bank to Aabar Investments (2008)

Siemens AG, Corporate Finance M&A, Munich, Germany and Siemens Switzerland Ltd, ICD Financial Department, Bern, Switzerland

Several internships in M&A and strategic projects in Germany and Switzerland