Private Equity professionals

From deal insight to value creation.

We help investment teams make confident decisions, before and after an acquisition, by combining sharp market analysis with a pragmatic, hands-on approach to growth.

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In private equity, every decision is about clarity: knowing where value lies, what could stand in its way and how to capture it. Before the deal, it’s about building a clear investment story. After the deal, it’s about converting that story into measurable, lasting performance.

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What might be keeping you up

Before the investment

Is this company operating in an attractive market?

What trends can make or break the deal in the next
five to ten years?

Is my target set up to deliver the returns we expect in five years?

What sets my target apart from the competition, and how do customers decide to make a purchase?

What risks, blind spots and red flags might we be overlooking?

What storyline will convince my investment committee?

After the investment

How do we build a plan, together with the managers, that aligns with our investment thesis?

What are the three biggest projects that will drive our EBITDA growth, and what is our role?

What governance tools should be in place to make sure we don’t lose control?

What will the first hundred days after the acquisition look like, and what tasks should we prioritise?

How do we professionalise the organisation without compromising on its speed and culture?

What we support you with

Commercial due diligence


A sharp, independent assessment of how attractive the investment really is, given the market dynamics, competitive landscape and business fundamentals. To create value and identify what could stand in its way.

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A value creation plan


A pragmatic growth plan to get the most out of your investment by defining ambitious yet realistic levers for sustainable value creation. Built for execution, owned by your teams.

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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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ambitious targets into lasting growth?

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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.

    Our model brings the rigour and quality of top-tier consulting, combining in-house capabilities with a vetted network of experts. This allows us to 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 goal is to make your organisation capable of delivering results. We work closely with your team – coaching, aligning and supporting them until the strategy translates into measurable impact.

    Rather than taking over, we equip your people with the tools, structure and confidence they need to execute.

  • 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.