Corporate M&A professionals

Defining the fastest path to external growth.

We help corporate leaders cut through complexity, by defining clear M&A strategies that align ambition, opportunity and execution to create lasting value.

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Growth in established organisations is rarely straightforward. Between daily operations, strategic ambitions and internal alignment, finding the right path forward requires clarity and focus.

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What might be keeping you up

What is the appropriate ambition for inorganic growth, and how does external growth support our strategy?

What is the most effective way to integrate companies, and which aspects should remain seperate?

What does the process – from first offer to closing – look like? Who needs to be involved and who should be accountable? How can we identify and quantify synergies between companies?

What criteria should we use to evaluate targets, and how do we identify them?

What we support you with

Strategic growth through M&A


A pragmatic approach to define where and how to grow externally. From clarifying your M&A ambition over identifying the right targets to building a clear roadmap for execution.

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Testimonials

  • “Kookoo not only brought senior expertise to the table, but also understood us as a client and the perspective of our target. They came up with very sharp and actionable insights, enabling us to hit the ground running immediately after the acquisition.”

    Laurens Boriale, Principal at Gimv

  • "At Kookoo, they had the courage to challenge our initial investment hypothesis. By delivering facts, structure, and transparency, they quickly became a trusted advisor and our go-to sparring partner."

    David de Peuter, Partner at Gimv

  • “Kookoo works as an extension of our team. They understand what we need to keep the pace and internal stakeholders informed. Through clear communication and proximity, they truly make a difference.”

    Skyler van Wezel, Associate at Gimv

  • "The Kookoo team delivers top consulting quality with a pragmatic mindset. They adapt quickly to complex, real-life challenges and bring clarity through data analysis and strategic thinking. They bring value to the table. I’m a fan."

    Sven Vandewiele, Investment Director of Sofindev

  • "Kookoo cracked our go-to-market puzzle in record time. They quickly understood our niche, dissected the market and turned insights into a laser-focused plan that helps us accelerate in new markets. Sharp minds, great energy and genuinely fun to work with. They don’t just advise; they feel like an extension of our own team."

    Astrid Thienpont, CEO of InTouch

  • "Kookoo played a key role in shaping our five-year strategic plan. They combine sharp data insights with a powerful narrative. Their clear and structured approach helped us make faster decisions and communicate with confidence to our investors."

    Tom De Winne, CEO of Intouch

  • “With a clear focus on value creation, Kookoo provides insights we can use immediately. Their investor-like perspective blends sharp analysis with the pragmatism required to deliver.”

    Jeroen Van Godtsenhoven, Partner at Fortino Capital

  • "Kookoo supported us end-to-end. They understand our business and stand out with pragmatism and expertise. Their team delivers strategic and tactical clarity; a level of quality that genuinely takes work off your plate."

    Nathalie Calle, CEO of PIA Group

  • "It was a pleasure working with Kookoo. They’re pragmatic, fast and delivered subject-matter expertise. That was exactly what we were looking for. Thanks!"

    Joris Dierick, CFO of PIA Group

Your dedicated team

to fuel growth.

  • Simon Stremersch

    Founding partner
    Tech & Services

    “What you need isn’t another consultant dictating the rules. You need a strategic partner who thinks with you not for you, imposes clarity amid complexity and lightens the burden you carry.”

  • Margot Desseyn

    Partner
    Manufacturing & Heavy Industry

    “Perfection isn’t the goal. Clear priorities, alignment and continuous improvement are. That’s why we accelerate your progress by knowing exactly when to shift from analysis to action. And from thinking to doing.”

  • Ellis Broos

    Partner
    FMCG & Retail

    “If you want a 500-page slide deck, call someone else. We are here to move ambitions forward and find pragmatic solutions that truly make your company grow. With our previous experience in the field, just like you, we aim for impactful outcomes.”

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FAQ

  • We’re not consultants. We’re entrepreneurs helping other companies grow. No thick decks, no rotating teams, no isolated advisors. You work directly with senior partners who combine strategic depth with real-world experience.

    We bring the structure and rigour of top-tier consulting, without the overhead or ego. Our model combines in-house capabilities with a vetted network of experts, so we can scale when needed while keeping one accountable team throughout.

    In short: we stay close, act fast and deliver impact that lasts. Not just slides that look good.

  • Our job is to make sure your organisation has the structure and tools to deliver results itself. We coach, align and stay close until strategy turns into measurable impact. So instead of fully taking over, we choose to empower.

    We make strategy work through you, not for you.

  • We work as an extension of your team, not as an external advisor. That means daily touchpoints, open collaboration and pragmatic decision-making. It’s how we keep focus high and make sure your plans keep moving.

    We stay close, so things keep progressing.

  • We partner with ambitious investors, PE-backed companies and corporates ready to accelerate growth. Typically, our clients are mid- to large-scale organisations, private equity firms with funds above €500M, and corporates with turnover above €250M.

    What they share isn’t size, but a mindset that’s driven, hands-on and serious about making strategy real.