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Katharina BALLUN
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Position Head of M&A World Support Center
Languages German; English; Hungarian
Focus locations Europe
Focus industries AF - Agriculture & Food; IT - IT & Communication; MF - Manufacturing
Introduction Katharina Ballun is the Head of M&A World Support Center and a Senior M&A Advisor. Her previous workplaces include prominent organizations such as IMAP (MB Partner Zrt.), where she served as an M&A Analyst; Hofmann Ltd., where she was the Financial Director overseeing the company's financial department; and ExxonMobil, where she worked as a Corporate Financial Advisor. She holds three degrees: Budapest College of Finance and Accounting (tax and accounting), Budapest Corvinus University (corporate finance), and Semmelweis University (Culture). She is proficient in Hungarian, English, and German. Over the past years she has successfully closed several large cross-border merger and acquisition transactions, led the M&A World Support Center, and played a pivotal role in numerous company valuations, transaction structures, and due diligence processes.
Dávid VÁRI
Position Regional Manager
Languages German; English; Hungarian
Focus locations 🇦🇹 Austria; 🇨🇭 Switzerland; 🇩🇪 Germany
Focus industries AF - Agriculture & Food; ME - Medical & Healthcare; MF - Manufacturing
Introduction Patrick D. Vari is our senior consultant and specialist in the areas of food and agriculture, manufacturing, healthcare and their products. His many years of experience as an entrepreneur in the food industry enables him to incorporate this knowledge into the deals. He was born in Germany and completed his school career there with a BA in economics. He is always ambitious to serve our clients in the best possible way in German, English or Hungarian. His international career took place in South East Asia, where he completed M&A deals with multi national partners. His experience on the international M&A stage is an important cornerstone of our network.
Tanja VOJVODIC
Position M&A World Strategic Partner
Languages English; Serbian
Focus locations 🇷🇸 Serbia
Focus industries AF - Agriculture & Food; IT - IT & Communication; ME - Medical & Healthcare; MF - Manufacturing; TD - Trade; TP - Transportation
Introduction Tanja Vojvodic is an accomplished marketing professional with 18 years of experience, who has a proven track record in brand development and strategic communication across international markets, particularly in the Pharmaceutical, FMCG, and IT sectors. As a Director of Brand Development at BridgeCom and Kreativa Unlimited, she has successfully led major campaigns and brand positioning efforts for key clients like Pharmanova, Hemofarm, and Sarantis. Her expertise includes media strategy, social media management, and comprehensive marketing communications. With a passion for psychology and dance, she brings a creative and holistic approach to her work. She holds a background in International Law from the University of Belgrade and has furthered her education in digital marketing and social media communication. Besides her native language of Serbian, she also speeks English.
Marius RIMBOACA
Position M&A World Strategic Partner
Languages English; Romanian
Focus locations 🇷🇴 Romania
Focus industries AF - Agriculture & Food; IT - IT & Communication; ME - Medical & Healthcare; MF - Manufacturing; TD - Trade; TP - Transportation
Introduction Marius Rimboaca is a seasoned attorney at law with over 20 years of experience, currently serving as the Managing Partner of Law Office Marius Rimboaca / IBS Legal in Bucharest, Romania. He is a member of the Bucharest Bar Association and a certified mediator, specializing in M&A, corporate and commercial law, real estate, GDPR, and employment law. Rimboaca's career includes notable positions such as Senior Associate at Schoenherr & Associates and Head of the Real Estate department at Voicu Filipescu / Squire, Sanders and Dempsey. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Law from the University of Bucharest and a Master's degree in Business Law from The Nicolae Titulescu University of Bucharest. Spoken languages are Romanian and English.
Krisztina BOLLIG
Position Partnership Manager
Languages English; Hungarian
Focus locations All Locations
Focus industries All Industries
Introduction Krisztina Bollig is the Partnerships Manager since 2023 at M&A WORLD, based in Budakeszi, Hungary. With 20 years of experience collected from businesses in California, USA, she brings a wealth of international insight to her role. Educated at Külkereskedelmi Főiskola from 1998 to 2001, her diverse background in international environments strengthens her ability to manage and develop strategic partnerships within the M&A sector. Fluent in Hungarian, English, and French, Krisztina is known for her excellent communication skills and problem-solving capabilities. She is also dedicated to mentoring and coaching, working with executives to drive business success.
Csaba IZBÉKI
Position M&A World Strategic Partner
Languages English; Hungarian
Focus locations 🇭🇺 Hungary; 🇷🇴 Romania
Focus industries AF - Agriculture & Food; IT - IT & Communication; MF - Manufacturing; RE - Real Estate & Services
Introduction Csaba Izbeki is a seasoned professional with over 25 years of management and sales experience in business transactions. His extensive career has spanned multinational and multicultural environments, demonstrating his adeptness at navigating complex, diverse markets. Csaba holds two diplomas that underpin his expertise, further solidifying his standing as a knowledgeable and reliable advisor in the M&A industry. His strategic vision and proven track record make him a valuable asset in driving successful M&A transactions.
Bogdan MUGESCU
Position M&A World Strategic Partner
Languages English; Romanian
Focus locations 🇷🇴 Romania
Focus industries AF - Agriculture & Food; IT - IT & Communication; ME - Medical & Healthcare; MF - Manufacturing; TD - Trade; TP - Transportation
Introduction Bogdan Mugescu is a highly experienced professional in Romania, specializing in corporate finance and mergers and acquisitions. As a Local Partner of M&A World, he plays a crucial role in facilitating strategic transactions and business growth within the Romanian market. Bogdan is known for his expertise in navigating complex financial landscapes and delivering tailored solutions that maximize value for his clients. With a strong track record in both local and international markets, he is a key figure in Romania's M&A sector. His dedication to excellence and deep industry knowledge make him a trusted advisor in the business community.
Alper UYAR
Position M&A World Strategic Partner
Languages English; Turkish
Focus locations 🇹🇷 Türkiye
Focus industries All Industries
Introduction Extensive financial and business advisory experience coupled with +20 years of executive positions in several financial institutions: factoring, leasing, consumer finance, corporate finance; fleet-leasing, automotive, software and investment banking.
Brian FARRUGIA
Position M&A World Strategic Partner
Languages English
Focus locations 🇬🇧 United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Focus industries AF - Agriculture & Food; IT - IT & Communication; ME - Medical & Healthcare; MF - Manufacturing; TD - Trade; TP - Transportation
Introduction Brian Farrugia is the Founder and Managing Partner at Prime Advantage Capital Partners in London, with a career spanning 40 years in the service industry, including roles as CEO and Chairman. He has extensive experience in building businesses, acquiring and disposing of companies internationally, and creating joint ventures and franchises. Since founding Prime Advantage Advisory in 2013, Brian has focused on working with SMEs to drive growth, create value, and maximize shareholder wealth. In 2016, he expanded his services by establishing Prime Advantage Corporate Finance to provide a full suite of corporate finance solutions. Additionally, Brian serves as an M&A World Local Partner in England, further enhancing his global business reach.
Cristian M. DUCU
Position M&A World Strategic Partner
Languages English; Romanian
Focus locations 🇷🇴 Romania
Focus industries AF - Agriculture & Food; IT - IT & Communication; MF - Manufacturing; RE - Real Estate & Services
Introduction Cristian Ducu is the founder of Carpathian Ventures, bringing over five years of experience in startups, funding, and research and innovation (R&I) programs. He has been actively involved in various European and US initiatives, including Horizon Europe, SBIR, and Eureka. Cristian's work involves navigating these complex funding landscapes to secure support for innovative projects. His experience spans the entire lifecycle of these programs, from strategic planning to execution, ensuring impactful outcomes. He is fluent in Romanian and English. This also aids in his capacity to engage with a diverse range of stakeholders across different regions.
Endre VOJTEK
Position M&A World Strategic Partner
Languages English; Hungarian
Focus locations 🇭🇺 Hungary; 🇸🇮 Slovenia
Focus industries AF - Agriculture & Food; IT - IT & Communication; ME - Medical & Healthcare; MF - Manufacturing; TD - Trade; TP - Transportation
Introduction Throughout my professional career, my colleagues and superiors have characterized me as a top-performing, results-driven Business Development and Management Profession with extensive dedicated experience within a myriad of fields, including entrepreneurship, financial management, continuous business development, among others. I’ve exuded my intrinsic affinity for financial development and management within a plethora of industries. Additionally, I demonstrated my capability in combining effective processes and business development, thereby delivering substantial revenue growth in highly competitive markets. I am accomplished in managing financial operations ability to build and maintain relationships with a proven track record in developing and executing strategic plans. Spooken languages are Hungarian and English.
Roua DOBRE
Position M&A World Strategic Partner
Languages English; Spanish; Romanian
Focus locations 🇪🇸 Spain; 🇵🇹 Portugal
Focus industries SO - Services & Others
Introduction Roua Dobre is an accomplished M&A Partner based in Galicia, Spain, with extensive expertise in financial strategies, business planning, and guiding green startups through mergers and acquisitions. With a strong foundation in finance and strategic leadership, she has played a pivotal role at CAPAFIN Consultoría y Asesoría, where she has successfully advised over 20 startups and participated in more than 15 M&A deals. Her diverse experience also includes consultancy work at Wolspin and academic coordination at Tecnológico de Monterrey, where she has contributed to optimizing educational processes. Roua holds an MSc in Finance and Investment from the University of Nottingham and has furthered her education with specialized courses in blockchain and fiscal law. She is known for her strategic vision, leadership, and dedication to fostering sustainable business growth.
Vaclav SVOBODA
Position M&A World Strategic Partner
Languages Czech; German; English; Chinese
Focus locations 🇨🇿 Czechia
Focus industries All Industries
Introduction Vaclav is a founding Advisor of the law firm Svoboda Koubková advokáti. He is an attorney with many years of experience, specializing in commercial law, M&A, and Tech law. He is proficient in English, German, and Chinese. Their firm primarily serves an international clientele, focusing on international transactions. He particularly enjoys working on complex cases.