Our Business
Navigating Complex Wealth & Deals
Our Business
Navigating Complex Wealth & Deals
Our Business
QLA is a Family Office & Advisory Firm built for those who move the needle.
We operate where capital meets intelligence.
We advise family offices, private equity firms, UHNWIs, and institutional investors on strategic investments, capital allocation, and complex transactions across global private markets.
Together with our partners we vet opportunities, structure funds and transactions, lead 360° due diligence and cross-border M&A, raise capital, assess people and cap tables, run digital audits, and implement intelligence and risk frameworks — selectively, strategically, and with precision.
What We Do
Our network of partners includes global investment bankers, sworn auditors, smart city and IoT experts, cybersecurity specialists, M&A attorneys, digital due diligence advisors, financial consultants, capital raisers, deal strategists, innovation and technology centers, global VCs, family offices, as well as intelligence, security, and advisory firms.
To name a few: Cognitive Creators, CIB Robotics, Palantin Group, EQUITON, San Blas Securities, and Tyrion Partners.
Total transaction volume facilitated: over €3 trillion.
We advise stellar family offices, private equity firms, corporates and emerging GPs in:
a) Smart Structures for Wealth Protection, Fund formation, and Deal execution.
From €50m+ scope, selectively advise emerging €25M+ strategies with clear potential or anchor backing.
b) M&A (buy/sell-side, cross-border, divestitures, JV).
Typically €50m+ EV.
c) Deal Review/Advisory (assessed through a 360° lens).
Pricing available upon request, typically
d) Valuation, Optimisation, Financial Modelling for capital-efficient outcomes.
We advise investors, family offices, PE firms, corporates, and institutional LPs in high-impact DD that goes beyond the numbers:
a) Commercial DD
Market size, segmentation, positioning, pricing, customer metrics (CAC, LTV, churn), growth levers, brand, GTM strategy, and competitive moat.
b) Financial DD
P&L, cash flow, balance sheet, projections, unit economics, funding terms, cap table, runway, GAAP/IFRS compliance, and financial red flags.
c) Legal DD
Corporate structure, IP, shareholder rights, contracts, litigation, regulatory compliance, GDPR, ESG, and employment/legal risks.
d) Technical & Product DD
IP/patents, architecture, scalability, security, DevOps, tech debt, roadmap, documentation, and team capability.
e) Operational DD Processes, supply chain, cost centers, IT/ERP systems, automation, QA/QC, business continuity, risk controls, and vendor ops.
f) Market / Insights DD
Macro/micro trends, TAM/SAM/SOM, benchmarking, exit landscape, sector positioning, and investor appetite.
g) Digital & Reputation DD
Founder visibility, brand presence, tech stack, SEO, marketing ops, online reputation, and digital footprint.
h) People & Culture DD
Org chart, leadership, incentives/KPIs, background checks, succession planning, governance, and talent density.
We catch Red Flags early that save millions for investors.
We look beyond the numbers. We integrate financial, technological, operational, legal, and strategic insights to deliver tailored solutions for family offices, fund managers, institutions, and UHNWIs alike.
We connect investors, family offices, PE firms, strategic buyers and institutional LPs in high-impact deals:
a) Verticals:
– SaaS & Enterprise Software,
– Infrastructure & Smart Cities
– Cleantech & Energy Transition
– Real Assets (logistics, land, agritech)
– PropTech & Built Environment
– Finance & Fintech (alt lending, wealthtech, embedded finance)
– Robotics, AI, and DeepTech
– Water, Mobility & Industrial Tech
– Media, Sports IP & Digital Platforms
b) Geographies:
– Europe (DACH, CEE, Nordics, incl. UK and Israel)
– North America (U.S. & Canada)
– Middle East (UAE, Qatar)
– Global cross-border transactions
c) Stages:
– Growth Stage (Series A+), selectively Seed with strong fundamentals and strategic fit
– Late-stage / Pre-IPO
– Secondary transactions & Buyouts
– Asset carve-outs & infrastructure projects
d) Deal Sizes:
– Enterprise Value: €50m+
– Primary equity tickets: €10m–€100m+
– Secondaries & buyouts: €5m–€50m+
– Infrastructure & real asset projects: €25m–€500m+
We advise Sports Clubs, family offices, PE firms, corporates, institutions and UHNWI/VIPs in:
a) Business Continuiti Management.
b) Digital Intelligence/Insights.
c) Cap Table Vetting.
d) Crisis Management (global/regional/national level)
e) GIM: Design & Implementation of a GSOC (global security ops centre)
f) Information Security (network infrastructure and posture)
g) ITSCM (review and monitor performance of subcontracted services and tools)
h) Legal, Information & Doc Management (design & implementation of internal rules & regulations).
i) Privacy and data protection (counter intelligence & monitoring).
j) VIP Security.
We are compliant with the NIS2 Security Framework.
We work with sophisticated capital providers and strategic investors focused on mid- to large-scale opportunities:
a) Equity Financing:
– Series B to Pre-IPO rounds, selective Seed/Growth if strategic fit
– Strategic placements & co-investments
– Secondary equity positions
– Typical ticket size: €10m–€100m+
– Target EV: €50m–€500m+
b) Debt Financing
– Unitranche / Mezzanine structures
– Private credit & direct lending
– Asset-backed or revenue-linked debt
– Structured credit facilities
– Typical raise: €10m–€250m+
c) Hybrid Financing
– Equity + debt combinations
– Convertible instruments & equity kickers
– Infra/real asset capital stack structuring
– Typical blended raises: €15m–€100m+
d) Grants & Public Funding
– EU, EIS, and U.S. programs
– Innovation, sustainability, infra, agritech
– Non-dilutive capital
– Advisory on grant matching & reporting
e) IPO / SPAC Advisory
– NYSE / NASDAQ listing preparation
– Access to investment banker network
– Brand valuation & investor narrative via QLA & Cognitive Creators
– SPAC structuring via U.S. partners
We selectively work with founders that have strong fundamentals and scalable vision:
a) Digital Audit & Positioning. Learn more from here.
– Benchmarking of branding, marketing, and investor materials
– Competitor and category positioning
– Actionable insights to boost traction and trust
b) Investor-Ready Strategy
– Cap table & financial model review
– Business model refinement and monetization logic
– Advisory on structuring, valuation, and funding strategy
c) Capital Access (Very Selective)
– For Series A+ companies with strong fundamentals
– Warm introductions to aligned investors
– Equity or hybrid raise advisory
d) Strategic Support
– Go-to-market and sales strategy
– Strategic partnerships and growth hacks
– Ongoing advisory (monthly or mandate-based)
Ideal Candidates:
1) Tech-driven or scalable businesses
2) Clear path to €10m+ revenue or exit
3) Coachable founders with high-integrity teams
4) Sectors: SaaS, infra/proptech, robotics/AI, cleantech/energy, but not limited
We partner with investors seeking high-conviction private market opportunities and fund investments, actively deploying capital to fuel growth and scale:
a) Fund Investments
– Access to a diversified €1.9Bn multi-family office portfolio domiciled in Luxembourg and Lithuania.
– Exposure to private equity, real estate, private credit, FoF, and alternative strategies.
– Institutional governance, transparent reporting, and aligned interests.
b) Direct Deal Co-Investments & Capital Deployment
– Actively investing in buyouts, growth equity, infrastructure, and real assets projects.
– Typical ticket sizes from €10m-€100m+ per transaction.
– Seeking high-quality deal flow to deploy committed capital with strategic partners.
c) M&A & Succession Planning Advisory
– Buy/sell-side, cross-border M&A, divestitures, and JVs.
– Succession planning integrated with deal structuring to preserve and transition family wealth.
– Family governance frameworks and legacy advisory aligned with strategic transactions.
QLA Family Office
Christopher also represents a multi-family office (MFO) an alternative asset manager with €1.9B in AUM, managing +20 funds across private equity, real estate, private credit, FoF, and other alternative strategies. The funds is domiciled in Luxembourg and Lithuania.
Its investment focus spans the U.S. and EU markets, with specialization in private equity and real assets — including renewable energy, infrastructure, water, forestry, agriculture, cybersecurity, and real estate — deploying tickets ranging from €10-100m.
QLA family office is currently structuring its first private fund: €250m private credit infrastructure fund with equity kickers.
We engage in a discreet, thesis-driven investment practice focused on high-conviction opportunities across private markets. We selectively originate and structure transactions — each opportunity is assessed through a 360° lens.
Focus areas:
- Infrastructure & Real Assets
- Robotics, AI, Cybersecurity
- Energy & Cleantech
- Sustainability, Agritech & Water
- Sports & Media
Global Approach
We connect clients to global opportunities with a local touch.
Our deep understanding of diverse industries, combined with our global presence, ensures we bring innovative, actionable solutions to every market, turning challenges into growth.
We operate in EU and Switzerland (currently relocating), while working closely with partners in key international hubs, including London, UK; Milan, Italy; New York, USA; Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; Chennai, India; and Singapore.
By blending local knowledge with global insights, we create tailored solutions that meet market-specific demands and maximize growth potential.
Our extensive global network, including trusted partners across multiple continents, enables us to connect businesses with the right investors, resources, and strategic alliances.
We continuously monitor global markets to help our clients navigate changing landscapes and make informed decisions for the future.
What We Can Do for You?
Smart structures for capital protection, fund setup, and high-stakes deals.
Unlock data-driven strategic & financial growth with M&A
Prevent leaving millions on the table with 360° Due Diligence
Privately vetted and curated deals & opportunities
Deep intelligence and security frameworks, audits, and crisis readiness.
Capital engineered for growth, scale, and control.
Strategic positioning for standout startups
We work across the capital stack and deal lifecycle — from opportunity origination to intelligence, structuring, and execution. We serve those who move the needle: Family Offices, UHNWIs, Private Equity firms, VCs, Institutional LPs, Corporates, and Asset Managers.
We don’t just provide access , insights, nor facilitate deals — we engineer strategic moves that shape industries and build lasting legacies.
We move fast. We think ahead. We create results.
Contact
EU +372 5662 2965
Fax +372 669 2202
IR (Investor Relations): investors@qla.ee
General Info: info@qla.ee
Relocating: Tallinn → Zug
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Investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal. Past performance does not guarantee or indicate future results. Any historical returns, projected returns, or probability forecasts may not reflect actual future performance. Although the data we use from third parties is considered reliable, we cannot guarantee its accuracy or completeness.
Neither Christopher Voolaid, QLA nor any of its affiliates provide tax advice and do not represent in any manner that the outcomes described herein will result in any particular tax consequence. Offers to sell, or solicitations of offers to buy, any security can only be made through official offering documents that contain important information about investment objectives, risks, fees and expenses. Prospective investors should consult with a tax, legal and/or financial adviser before making any investment decision.
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