Modern corporate finance for the brands that matter.

We work with passionate founders and visionary investors growing brands that disrupt the present and shape the future. We are fresh, curious and driven. We seek out excellence. It is about the journey we take with you.
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LATEST PROJECTS

Highstead has the privilege of working with some of the world's most compelling brands and businesses. A selection of our recent client projects showcases the scope of our work.
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BROMPTON BICYCLE – British-engineered folding bicycle
Activity:
Strategic investment
Investor:
Decathlon Pulse, BA Capital
Year:
2026
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VIVOBAREFOOT – Sustainable barefoot footwear
Activity:
Fundraise
Investor:
Sofina
Year:
2024
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PADEL SOCIAL CLUB – Padel club operator
Activity:
Fundraise
Investor:
Confidential
Year:
2025
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I-MEDIA – Digital Out of Home media owner
Activity:
Acquisition
Investor:
Mayfair Equity Partners
Year:
2024
GALAHAD CLARK
Co-Founder & CEO, Vivobarefoot

When I've followed my gut we’ve thrilled and excited ourselves and it’s always better for the business.
WILL BUTLER-ADAMS OBE
CEO, Brompton Bicycle

There are real, existential threats to us having a lovely time on Planet Earth – we’ve got to get a move on.
ERIC NEWNHAM
Founder, Talon Outdoor

You do have to fall in line – you can’t be completely rebellious – but there’s a bit of a pirate in me.
JIM LEWCOCK
Founder, TheSpecialistWorks and Blue14

We would celebrate with a slap-up curry on Brick Lane and the winning feeling became infectious in the business.
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Highstead's passion for brands extends across the full breadth of the consumer, media and technology sectors. Discover the depth of our expertise through our clients' journeys.

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DEAL SPOTLIGHT - Brompton X Decathlon X BA Capital

Highstead orchestrates a highly complex and structured three-way deal between Brompton Bicycle and two new strategic partners: Decathlon PULSE and Shanghai-based BA Capital.

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DEAL SPOTLIGHT