Go2Ukraine
Why Invest or Buy in Ukraine.
- International financial support totaling $250 Billion since 2022
- Infrastructure reconstruction and recovery estimated costs at $411 Billion
- Highly educated population in scientific fields (STEM, Medical, IT & Technology)
- Cheap and skilled workforce (average salary of $450pm), employment opportunities increased 50% YOY
- All investments and interests is fueled by the potential integration of Ukraine in European Union in the coming years
Oakland Partners is expanding into Ukraine
And Commonwealth of Independent States / CIS with a first presence in Ukraine.
With already established offices in London(HQ), Paris, Madrid, Barcelona, Tel-Aviv and Singapore, this move enhances the corporation ability to serve clients in this dynamic region.
Leading the Ukrainian operations, Mr. David Foskett brings over 25 years of international experience in the Financial Services industry which includes CFO positions at Western Union, Lycamoney, and David Waroquier, ex Mangrove Capital Partners, who was pioneering early-stage venture capital investments in CIS.
Service Offerings Tailored To Ukraine
Phase 1 : Preparation.
Preparation
3 weeks
- Launch meeting
- Select a local Audit Firm
- Select a local Law Firm
Align Account With IFRS Rules
4 weeks
- Collect all the documents for the current year and the last 3 years
- Rebuild IFRS compliant accounts for year N and for year N-1, N-2 and N-3
- Leveraging Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Deep Learning
Create a Holding Company in the UK/EU
4 weeks
- Create a holding company
- Flip the ownership of the Ukrainian company into the Holding Company country (UK, Luxembourg, Switzerland…)
Phase 2 : Roadshow to Closing.
Investors/Buyers Contact
8-10 weeks
- Build Information Memo / Investors Presentation
- Build potential buyers / investors / lenders list
- Build primary valuation review
- Prepare dataroom
- Respond to initial inquiries
- Distribute NDAs & Executive Summary
- Screen initial interest including valuation, terms and structure
- Coordinate initial meetings & conference calls, site visits, customer calls and meetings
Deal Negotiations
4 weeks
- Organize visits
- Provide key terms guidance
- Negotiate with interested parties
- Letter of Intent / Stock Purchase Agreement / Term Sheet / Shareholder Agreement
DD / Term Sheet to Close
3 weeks
- Begin formal Due Diligence process
- Help draft and negotiate definitive agreements and related deal documentation
- Shareholder Agreement
Ukraine Economic Environment.
- Ukraine economy is recovering and growing again, due to European and International financial support
- Current GDP/Capita of $4,534 and inflation is at 14.9% as of today
- Forecasted growth is higher than other developed economies
Google and Flyer One Ventures are very active investors (58 and 52 investments respectively in 2022-23)
Despite the ongoing war, some notable private investments took place from 2022 to 2024
- Unilever’s €20 Million factory,
- ArcelorMittal’s €40 Million manufacturing facility,
- Kingspan’s $280 Million project,
- Nestlé’s $42 Million production plant…)
Innovation and technology, agriculture, real estate and construction, and transport and infrastructure sectors accounted together for nearly 57% of deal value in 2023.
M&A Market Recovering.
Despite challenges, the Ukrainian M&A market is showing signs of recovery, with a notable increase in deal volume and significant deals in 2023
First Ukraine TechTour Event.
Partners
First Ukraine TechTour, Kyiv April 2025
William Stevens
- David Foskett Leadership: The event will be led by David Foskett, whose extensive experience and established network within Ukraine’s tech and investment sectors will guide the event’s strategic direction.
- Event Overview: Held in kyiv in September 2025, this inaugural event will feature a high-profile, invitation-only investment forum, complemented by pre-event sessions and exclusive networking opportunities.
- Event Highlights:
- Focus areas include energy sustainability, commodities, deep tech, cyber, and homeland security technologies.
- Over 30 top tech companies and over 30 investors, including VCs and tech growth funds.
- What to Expect:
- Access and Networking: Selection Panel, connect with key investors, and explore the latest tech innovations.
