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Pierre brings 25 years of expertise in advising entrepreneurs, with a deep background in management and financial advisory across corporate finance, private banking, and wealth management. His extensive experience includes numerous sell-side and buy-side deals, IPOs, mergers, integrations, and consulting projects for both small businesses and large global corporations. As an established and highly regarded advisor, Pierre is known for his savvy, trusted guidance.
Pierre’s career began in Australia before he moved to France, where he worked with prominent business figures like billionaire François Pinault on M&A deals within the Artemis group. He then founded BC&D, an M&A small-cap firm in Paris, where he managed corporate advisory services across Europe, covering both origination and execution. His work extended beyond transactions, advising entrepreneurs on wealth management strategies to optimise the transition from business ownership.
In Paris, he held advisory roles at the Belgium Family Office (DeGroof) and as a senior private banker and head of the HNW segment for France at JP Morgan. Returning to Australia in 2015, Pierre established the ANZ subsidiary of a UK-headquartered M&A firm, executing 9 M&A transactions across Australia. In 2019, he launched SCD Advisory, where he has since completed 35+ transactions, earning multiple global awards in M&A advisory from 2021 to 2024. Notably, he was named ‘Deal Maker of the Year’ by Finance Monthly in 2022 for his sale of Hypothesis to McKinsey & Co.
Pierre graduated from the Business of Troyes in France and has a postgraduate in Corporate Finance from the University of Caen. He is also a certified Financial Analyst and a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD). Pierre further enhanced his credentials by completing the “Leading Professional Services Firms” program at Harvard Business School. His track record and accolades highlight his dedication to excellence and his exceptional skill in delivering successful outcomes for his clients.
Pierre is French, Australian citizen, Overseas Citizen of India. He is married and has two children. He is passionate about international travel, gastronomy, sailing and golf. As an experienced sailor, his motto in business and life in general is: “We cannot direct the wind, but we can trim the sails”
Naomi brings over 6 years of investment banking expertise with a proven track record in executing cross-border transactions across Europe and the US. Prior to joining SCD Advisory, she honed her M&A advisory skills at London boutique firms Acuity Advisors and Waypoint Partners, specialising in the technology and media sectors.
Naomi’s experience highlights her proficiency in managing complex, high-value, multi-jurisdictional transactions across dynamic, high-growth industries. She is skilled in working closely with entrepreneurs and C-suite executives, as well as engaging with buyers and investors from global listed companies, providing her with a nuanced understanding of diverse stakeholder needs and perspectives.
Naomi holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Finance and Accounting from Imperial College Business School and a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Accounting and Finance from the University of Bath.
"I love diving into the world of M&A, helping clients navigate the twists and turns of deals while making a real impact on their journey. Working with different stakeholders keeps things exciting – every deal brings new dynamics, challenges, and opportunities to create something meaningful together."
Marc brings 6 years of experience in accounting and corporate finance, with a proven track record in Transaction Services and M&A. Most recently, he worked at KPMG, gaining expertise across various sectors, including technology, communications, financial services, and retail.
Marc has worked on both publicly listed and mid-market private companies, assisting clients with strategic acquisitions, divestments, and broader financial advisory. He has also gained exposure to cross-border transactions, building an appreciation for the nuances of international deals.
Marc is a qualified Chartered Accountant and holds a Bachelor of Business in Accounting and Finance from the University of Technology Sydney.
On what drives his passion for M&A, Marc shares: "I thrive on helping clients navigate complex transactions to achieve their strategic goals. It's rewarding to see the impact of successful M&A on a client's strategic objectives."
Prior to joining SCD Advisory, Vincent completed an internship in insolvency and restructuring at CasCap Advisory. He is currently completing a Bachelor of Commerce (Finance) and Computer Science at the University of New South Wales.
Evelyn has more than 15 years of experience in Global Professional Services Companies. In Sydney, she worked at Schroders Australia (Advisory Team in the Investment Banking Division and Property Management Division) and Deloitte (Creative Team in the Marketing and Communications Business Development division).
Prior to joining SCD Advisory, Deren worked in Deals Advisory teams at PwC, specialising in the provision of financial and strategic advice to a range of clients. During these 3 years in Transaction Services roles, he has gained experience across the M&A lifecycle in various private equity and cross-border transactions.
With over 25 years of experience, including 10 years in KPMG's Deal Advisory team and building and selling his own company to an ASX200 listed group, Simon Longes has a unique range of experience across due diligence, M&A transactions and business operations.
Doug is a seasoned executive assisting businesses in accelerating to exception growth. He has over 30 years of business experience and most recently was the Managing Partner for IBM Consulting Australia, New Zealand, ASEAN and Korea.
Grant was a former private banking COO, co-founder of Hypothesis, a digital transformation firm sold to McKinsey, a global leader in consulting. Grant has developed a comprehensive, systemic approach to delivering operating model transformation with a whole-of-business perspective that best aligns with the strategic intent.
Tony has 32 years of experience as a KPMG Partner and Board member, a leader and grower of KPMG's mid-market business and having worked with some leading Australian growth companies/entrepreneurs to assist fast-growth companies to scale with purpose.
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