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Tiny Lissens

Investment Banker | Strategy & Finance Consultant

€700/day
Gent, BE
3-7 years

Average response time: 1 hour

About Tiny

Freelance Finance Consultant | M&A • Fundraising • Strategy

I help investors, founders, and leadership teams navigate complex financial decisions — whether it’s raising capital, preparing for an exit, or identifying growth opportunities through strategic M&A.

With hands-on experience at Lazard (investment banking) and Gimv (private equity), I bring a unique combination of analytical rigour, strategic insight, and clear communication. My background includes multi-million euro transactions across sectors such as consumer goods, industrials, and healthcare.

At Lazard, I supported high-stakes transactions like the IPO of Azelis, the acquisition of Mydibel by Clarebout, and the divestment of Royal BAM’s Belgian subsidiaries. At Gimv, I focused on investment analysis, add-on screening, and internal decision-making processes.

What I can help you with:
  • M&A Advisory: Buy- & sell-side support: due diligence, financial modeling, valuations, and investor presentations.
  • Fundraising & Investor Readiness: Development of clear, credible Series A/B pitch decks, business plans, and data room materials that resonate with investors.
  • Capital Markets & IPO Preparation: Support with investor materials, equity story building, market positioning, and pre-IPO communication.
  • Strategic Research: Market & competitor benchmarking, industry mapping, and opportunity scans for scale-ups or PE-backed companies.
  • PE Portfolio Support: Add-on target identification, commercial analysis, and portfolio performance reviews.
  • Business Storytelling: I translate complex data into compelling investor messaging — backed by strong public speaking and pitch coaching experience.

💡 Whether you're a founder preparing for your first raise or a fund looking to streamline deal execution — I bring clarity, speed, and precision to every engagement.

  • Dutch

    Native or bilingual

  • English

    Native or bilingual

  • French

    Fluent

Can work on-site
Gent (up to 50km), Brussel (up to 50km), Antwerpen (up to 50km)

Experience

  • Lazard
    Investment Banking Analyst
    BANKING AND INSURANCE
    May 2020 - February 2024 (3 years and 9 months)
    Brussels, Belgium
    Lazard is one of the world’s leading financial advisory firms, specializing in mergers & acquisitions, capital structure, and strategic advisory for corporations, governments, and institutions across the globe.

    At Lazard Brussels, I worked as an Analyst on high-profile M&A transactions, IPOs, and corporate strategy projects for clients across various industries. This role gave me hands-on experience in fast-paced deal environments and exposed me to board-level decision-making processes at an early stage in my career.

    Key responsibilities included:
    • Building detailed financial models and conducting company valuations (DCF, LBO, market comps)
    • Preparing client presentations, pitch materials, and transaction documentation
    • Coordinating due diligence and communication between internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders
    • Supporting senior bankers in the negotiation and execution of cross-border transactions
    This experience taught me to thrive under pressure, think strategically, and communicate complex ideas with clarity. It also gave me a deep understanding of business fundamentals, stakeholder management, and how to build trust in high-stakes environments — skills I continue to apply in my entrepreneurial and freelance work today.
  • Gimv BE
    Private Equity Intern
    PRIVATE EQUITY
    November 2019 - February 2020 (4 months)
    Antwerpen, Belgium
    Gimv is a European investment company focused on growth capital across sectors such as Smart Industries, Sustainable Cities, Health & Care, and Consumer. The firm partners with innovative mid-sized companies to support long-term value creation.

    As a private equity intern within the Sustainable Cities and Smart Industries teams, I supported the investment process from deal sourcing to portfolio management.

    Key responsibilities included:
    • Conducted market research and competitive analysis to evaluate new investment opportunities
    • Reviewed information memoranda and helped draft internal investment committee materials
    • Participated in company visits and factory tours to assess operational fit and strategic potential
    • Supported the identification of add-on acquisition targets for portfolio companies
    This role enhanced my analytical thinking, business evaluation skills, and understanding of the full private equity investment cycle.
  • Delen Private Bank
    Private Banking Trainee
    BANKING AND INSURANCE
    October 2018 - November 2019 (1 year and 1 month)
    Antwerp, Belgium
    Delen Private Bank is a leading Belgian private bank specializing in wealth management, estate planning, and long-term investment strategies for high-net-worth individuals and families.

    As a trainee, I gained broad exposure to the full client journey, supporting both front-office and operational teams. I worked closely with private bankers to ensure seamless service delivery and compliance with financial regulations.

    Key responsibilities included:
    • Assisting in client onboarding, portfolio documentation, and estate planning preparation
    • Coordinating with internal departments (legal, compliance, back-office) to support daily operations
    • Helping clients with administrative procedures, account management, and credit requests
    • Participating in internal trainings and gaining insight into wealth structuring and long-term investing
    This experience strengthened my attention to detail, discretion, and interpersonal communication — all essential in high-trust, client-facing environments.

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Education

  • Master of Science in Economics and Business
    Ghent University & Porto (Erasmus)
    MSc in Business Economics:
  • Bachelor of Business
    Ghent University
    Bachelor in Business Economics

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