KingsRock Advisors, a New York-based independent global financial advisory firm, and BC Partners, a major global private equity firm, have announced a strategic alliance to co-invest up to $500 million in credit transactions and special development opportunities. This partnership leverages the combined expertise to originate, structure, and finance credit and hybrid capital opportunities, providing investors with robust and secure solutions.
Recently, KingsRock Advisors announced its expansion in the region, appointing Mihai Ionescu, former CEO of Deutsche Bank Romania, as Head of Romania and actively involved in growth efforts across Eastern Europe.
"Romania has a low level of financial sophistication. However, the pockets of global investors are vast, and if Romania were able to access that capital, it could go much farther," said Mihai Ionescu in a recent interview with Ziarul Financiar.
Ionescu emphasized that Romania's forthcoming accession to the OECD will unlock access to a broad range of funding opportunities at favorable terms. He pointed to the Czech Republic and Poland as prime examples of how improved access to global capital markets has driven significant economic growth. In his view, Romania is no longer a small economy. The country has matured across key sectors, with business leaders highly experienced, many now entering their second or third investment cycle. Additionally, the government sector has achieved a significant level of maturity.
With extensive experience in investment banking, corporate finance, and financial institutions, Ionescu has played a key role in structuring major transactions across the government, corporate, and private banking sectors. Under his leadership, KingsRock aims to stimulate economic growth in emerging European markets, including Romania, by enhancing access to international private capital and fostering cross-border investments.
Ionescu is also a member of the Supervisory Board of Ukraine’s largest bank, PrivatBank, where he chairs the Transformation Committee.
KingsRock Advisors has reaffirmed its commitment to the region by recently joining AmCham Romania, reinforcing its role as a leader in private credit solutions and supporting global business expansion.
The potential of private credit
Through this partnership, BC Partners Credit will provide KingsRock with enhanced financial resources, enabling the firm to execute complex transactions with greater confidence for investors. This collaboration comes at a time of rapid growth in the global private credit market, which is now valued at over $2 trillion.
KingsRock Advisors has already played a pivotal role in several major European transactions, including advising B-On Global on the acquisition of Deutsche Post DHL’s electric vehicle manufacturing division. The firm has also provided strategic guidance on significant real estate and financial sector deals. Recently, KingsRock advised CPI Property Group, a leading European real estate investor, on a major transaction in the European market.
Founded in 2020, KingsRock Advisors combines the expertise of top investment banks with the agility of a boutique firm. With a team of 25 professionals and a global network of 115 senior consultants across 45 countries, KingsRock is poised for continued growth. This strategic alliance with BC Partners Credit further solidifies the firm’s position as one of the most dynamic players in the global investment landscape.
