Services

At Smith & Berkeley, we recognise that each of our clients is unique and their needs may not be the same as others, even in the same industry or sector. As such, we offer tailored solutions based on clearly identified needs and our principals are involved in the delivery of every engagement. We use technology and other proven took kits in our interventions.

We provide the following core services:

Corporate Finance

Management Consulting

Transactions Advisory

Corporate Finance

Raising capital

CORPORATE FINANCING FOR PUBLICLY TRADED COMPANIES IN KENYA

We assist companies to raise funds for their growth, expansion and operations. More specifically, we act as intermediaries to connect demand with supply of funds. For the parties in the deal, we provide a discreet service from deal origination through brokerage, validation and structuring to closing. Currently, we are raising capital for companies listed on the Nairobi Stock Exchange.

Transactions Advisory

We provide guidance and support to companies and other organisations to enable them navigate through transactions to achieve their goals. Specific services provided currently are business matchmaking, due diligence, deal validation, structuring and negotiation support.

In respect of business matchmaking, we provide the following specific services:

Due Diligence

Our due diligence seeks to gather information to inform decisions on investment, lending and partnerships. To this end, we examine and analyse management, financial and operational aspects of companies/organisations to assess their viability, potential risks and opportunities.

Deal validation, structuring and negotiation support

We go through a rigorous process to facilitate successful deals. This involves business matchmaking, due diligence, facilitating negotiations between parties and ensuring all parties fulfil their obligations to close the deal. Risk assessment, management and regulatory compliance are integral aspects of the approach.

Management Consulting

In respect of business matchmaking, we provide the following specific services:

Strategy development

We advise and work with clients to develop their strategy using technology and other tools. Our team members bring deep individual expertise and a proven track record of strategy formulation and development for companies, government and other organisations. Prior assignments include:

Our principals have worked in several sectors including professional services, fintech, telecommunications, ICT, textiles & garments, financial services and international development.

Business plan and investor pitch

We assist companies to prepare business plans, pitch decks and investor presentations. The aim is to highlight the company’s value proposition, market opportunity, growth potential, competitive advantage, funding requirements and return on investment.

Programme/project design, management and evaluation

Our principals have designed, managed and evaluated dozens of programmes and projects on behalf of major international agencies and governments in scores of countries across 4 continents. Sectoral experience includes agribusiness and food markets, telecommunications, fintechs, ICT, health, challenge funds, financial inclusion, youth employment, renewable energy and adaptation to climate change. Technical know-how comprises strategy, mergers and acquisitions, marketing. ICT, private sector development notably entrepreneurship and SME development, privatization, funds and grants management as well as public sector restructuring, change management, strategic planning and human capital/capacity strengthening.

People/capacity strengthening

We offer bespoke governance training, leadership and professional development for executives and non-executive directors of companies and organisations. Our approach is interactive involving a mix of case studies, simulation exercises, site visits, individual projects along with class-based sessions, all within the context of experiential learning.