Specialists in Cross-Border Capital and Strategic Advisory
Postern Equity Partners was founded in 2008 by Michael Scordino, a Chartered MCSI-qualified advisor with over 30 years of experience in M&A, capital markets, and business transformation. From a base in London, Postern operates globally — with a particular specialism in cross-border transactions across Europe, Israel, MENA and the United States.
What Makes Postern Different
Most boutique advisory firms are generalists. Postern is not. We have built a specific and differentiated capability at the intersection of three things: deep cross-border networks across five geographies, hands-on operational experience at CEO and board level, and a genuine specialism in sectors where transactions are complex — defence, deep-tech, cybersecurity and fintech.
That means we don't just make introductions — we understand the businesses we represent, we know the investors we approach, and we can navigate the regulatory, cultural and commercial complexities that cross-border transactions inevitably involve.
We work with a small number of mandates at any one time. That focus is deliberate. It means our clients get our full attention — and that every approach we make to an investor is considered, targeted and professionally executed.
How We Work
Postern operates on an engagement model that aligns our interests with yours. We offer three structures depending on the nature and complexity of the mandate:
Advisory Retainer — Monthly advisory fee covering active mandate management, investor outreach, document preparation and strategic support. Converts to a reduced success fee on transaction completion.
Retainer + Success Fee Retainer — Our preferred structure for capital raising mandates. Monthly retainer covers costs; success fee aligns long-term interests with deal completion.
Success Fee Only % of funds raised — Available for select mandates where the opportunity is exceptional and timeline is clear. Subject to agreement.
We are transparent about fees from the outset. Our view is that a modest retainer — properly structured — is in the interests of both parties: it funds the work required to run a professional process, and it demonstrates genuine commitment from the client side.