ACS Partners recently held its annual partners’ meeting in the historic city of Athens, bringing together senior professionals from across Europe for a strategic exchange of ideas, best practices, and market perspectives. Set against the backdrop of one of the world’s most iconic cities, the meeting reflected both continuity and evolution—linking centuries of history with the future of corporate finance advisory.
The annual meeting is a cornerstone of the ACS Partners network. It provides a dedicated forum for partners to align on strategic priorities, share real-world deal experience, and discuss how the M&A and corporate finance landscape is evolving across regions. This year’s discussions focused on cross-border transactions, mid-market consolidation, sector-specific opportunities, and how local expertise can be leveraged within a truly international platform.
A key theme throughout the sessions was collaboration. As markets become more complex and transactions increasingly span multiple jurisdictions, the ability to combine local market knowledge with coordinated international execution has never been more important. The Athens meeting reinforced how ACS Partners’ structure—independent firms working as one integrated advisory network—creates tangible value for clients navigating growth, acquisitions, divestments, and strategic transitions.
We would like to extend a special thank you to Themis Magginas for the excellent organisation of the meeting and for the warm Greek hospitality. The setting encouraged open dialogue, strong personal connections, and a shared sense of purpose. These moments outside the deal room play a critical role in building trust and strengthening cooperation across the network.
The meeting brought together partners from across Europe, including Manfred Moschner, Ian Wright, Doru Radu, Hervé Grosjean, Jarmo Kuusivuori, Jan Slaby, Gert Kruger, Stefan Kruger, Pawel Walentynowicz, Gordon Appel, Marco Hulsewé, and, of course, Themis Magginas. Each participant contributed unique perspectives shaped by their local markets, reinforcing the diversity and depth of expertise within ACS Partners.
Beyond strategy and market outlooks, the gathering also highlighted what truly differentiates ACS Partners: a shared culture built on long-term relationships, independence, and client-centric advisory. Together, the network continues to grow not only in geographic reach, but also in its ability to deliver thoughtful, senior-led advice on complex corporate finance situations.
As ACS Partners looks ahead, meetings like this ensure the firm remains aligned, agile, and forward-looking—ready to support clients across Europe and beyond with clarity, discretion, and execution excellence. Athens was not just a meeting point; it was a reminder that ACS Partners is, above all, one international family of corporate finance experts, committed to growing together.
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