FOCUS Capital Partners Leads Buyout of FOCUS Investment Banking (USA) to Create International Corporate Finance Advisory Business

Dublin, Ireland and Washington, D.C. — January 23, 2025 — FOCUS Capital Partners (Ireland), along with members of the senior executive team of FOCUS Investment Banking, have led the buyout of FOCUS Investment Banking (USA) to create an international business for M&A, debt advisory and equity raising for middle-market clients.

FOCUS Capital Partners, established in 2010 with offices in Dublin and Limerick, is Ireland’s fastest growing boutique corporate finance advisory firm. The firm celebrates its 15-year milestone with this exciting next step in growing the company’s international offerings, with further expansion plans to open a London office in Q1 2025.

Effective December 31, 2024, this strategic partnership with FOCUS Investment Banking (USA) deepens the transatlantic investment banking relationship first established between the two firms in 2022, combining ownership and operations in a shared vision to provide best-in-class investment banking services for middle-market clients.

FOCUS Capital Partners has established an excellent reputation for its tailored approach to M&A, capital raises, and strategic advisory services in Ireland and across Europe over a 15-year period. This partnership with FOCUS Investment Banking (USA) further broadens its market intelligence, industry expertise, and transaction capabilities to serve an even wider range of clients and industries worldwide.

“With this strategic partnership, we can now offer our clients seamless access to expertise and opportunities across both Europe and North America,” said Robert Adams, Limerick native, co-founder and CEO of FOCUS Capital Partners, and head of the company’s European operations. “It’s an exciting time for our firm and our clients as we continue to expand our reach and deliver exceptional results.”

Both organisations share a client-first philosophy, prioritising personalised service, deep industry knowledge, and results-driven solutions. Integrating operations strengthens their ability to navigate the complexities of cross-border transactions and provide clients with strategic advantages in today’s dynamic global market.

“This partnership underscores our commitment to delivering world-class advisory services on both sides of the Atlantic for middle-market companies,” said Rick Thomas, CEO of FOCUS Investment Banking. “By combining our resources, expertise, and networks, we’re positioning ourselves as a leading global player in middle-market M&A and capital raising.”

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