Engagement
A lower middle market private equity (PE) firm was considering an investment in a Swiss-based smart technology company. The firm hired Gryphon to conduct a deep-dive due diligence investigation to assess the opportunity and any potential risks including intelligence surrounding the technology company’s founder.
Investigation
Gryphon’s team conducted a comprehensive investigation, and our due diligence raised concerns about the company’s founder. The founder was referenced numerous times in a civil legal complaint, alleging conspiracy to misappropriate assets and opportunities. Through detailed research, we identified that the founder had indirect, yet significant, ties to the allegations. Our team of experts traced the founder’s professional history across multiple jurisdictions, scrutinized court documents, public records, and corporate filings, while also leveraging confidential sources and local intelligence.
Result
Gryphon’s research uncovered critical details about the founder’s potential legal exposure that may have otherwise gone unnoticed. As a result, the PE firm was able to restructure the investment deal, incorporating stronger protective measures and revised terms to mitigate risk.
