Telegraph Hill Advisors (THA) is a boutique investment bank based in San Francisco that provides merger and acquisition, capital raising, and financial advisory services to emerging growth technology companies.
A Unique Approach to Building Value for Emerging Growth Technology Companies.
How we are different
We are focused on building long-term relationships with emerging growth technology companies, the entrepreneurs who found them, and the investors who support them. Through a collaborative approach that relies extensively on our deep domain knowledge and close relationships with C–level technology executives, we can effectively position our clients to achieve the maximum possible value from their ingenuity, skill and hard work. Telegraph Hill’s partners have an average of more than 20 years in the business and we have successfully executed scores of sell-side, buy-side, financial advisory and capital raising transactions across the technology ecosystem. Our clients get senior level attention, a tireless approach to execution, sharp attention to the smallest detail and a creative approach to structuring transactions that ensures a successful outcome.
Key Services
- Sell-Side Mergers & Acquisitions
- Buy-Side Mergers & Acquisitions
- Equity & Debt Placements
- Strategic Financing
- Restructuring & Recapitalizations
- Management Buyouts
Proven Success Building Value for Emerging Growth Technology Companies
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Sector Specialization & Focus.
Telegraph Hill Advisors has a core focus on AI/ML, Cloud & Edge Computing, CommTech, Cybersecurity, DevOps & Software Tools, Digital Media, Enterprise Software, FinTech, IoT, MarTech, Semiconductors and Services. Decades of success within these core sectors has allowed THA’s partners to developed a wide range of strong relationships with key C-level executives, corporate decision makers and influencers within key Corporate Development and Business Units teams, as well as venture capital and private equity investors that focus on these industries.
AI/ML
- Core AI software and deep learning platforms
- Computer vision systems
- Data mining and text analytics
- Generative AI models
- Knowledge graphs
- Natural Language (NLP/NLU) and voice-powered AI solutions
- Open-source machine learning frameworks
- Predictive maintenance and analytics solutions
- Threat intelligence platforms
Cloud & Edge Computing
- Cloud/edge-native application development solutions
- Cloud/edge orchestration and management solutions
- Cloud/edge security solutions
- Data analytics and insights platforms
- Data integration and processing
- Data mapping and compliance solutions
- Digital twins
- Edge machine learning solutions
- Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)
- Integration and hybrid cloud solutions
- Industrial edge / internet of things platforms (IIoT)
- Platform as a Service (PaaS)
Communications Technology
- BSS/OSS, service delivery and application platforms
- IMS & NGIN applications
- Location solutions (GPS, LiDAR, beacons, Wi-Fi, computer vision)
- MVNO platforms and services
- Network test and measurement
- NFV & SDN
- UCaaS and CCaaS
- Video delivery and analytics solutions
- Web and mobile messaging platforms
Cybersecurity
- Application security
- Cloud security
- Data governance, risk and compliance
- Disaster recovery systems
- Endpoint protection
- Identity and access management
- Incident response and management
- Industrial control systems
- Intrusion detection and penetration testing
- Managed security services
- Mobile security
- Network, edge and IoT security
- Security analytics
DevOps & Software Tools
- Application performance monitoring
- CI/CD release
- Cloud infrastructure automation
- Development platforms
- DevSecOps
- IT Services management
- Low-code, no-code platforms
- Network performance monitoring
- Test automation
Digital Media
- Augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR)
- Content delivery network (CDN) systems
- Content aggregation platforms
- Digital advertising and marketing
- Digital content creation solutions
- Digital education (e-Learning) and teaching platforms
- Gaming studios and platforms – Mobile / Web/ Streaming / Hardware
- Social media management and services
- Web and TV video / audio streaming solutions
Enterprise Software
- Business intelligence and data visualization solutions
- Cloud and IT infrastructure management
- CRM, ERP, and SCM software
- Fintech and e-commerce solutions
- Horizontal and vertical industry SaaS
- Human resource management software
- Mobile enterprise applications and platforms
- Security and identity management
Financial Technology
- Blockchain, cryptocurrency and alternative finance
- Compliance, risk management and fraud prevention solutions
- Digital and mobile banking platforms
- Financial data analytics
- Insurtech
- Retail management solutions
- Payments and money transfer platforms
- Point-of-sale
- Peer-to-peer lending
Marketing Technology
- AdTech Brand monitoring, measurement and optimization
- Customer data and data management platforms
- Customer experience, support and engagement
- E-mail marketing solutions
- Full stack D2C marketing platforms
- Identity graphs and data-driven marketing
- Marketing analytics and management solutions
- Omnichannel marketing
Semiconductors
- Analog and mixed-signal circuits
- Digital signal processing (DSP)
- Field-programmable gate arrays (FGPAs)
- Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS)
- Microprocessors and sensors
- Power management solutions
- System-on-chip (SoC)
Services
- Agency & marketing services
- Consulting & professional services
- Digital transformation IT services
- Managed services
- Outsourced services
- Tech-enabled services
- Workflow and collaboration
Telegraph Hill Senior Team
Phillip Courten
Managing Director and Founding PartnerPhillip has more than 34 years of experience in investment banking and has successfully executed a wide variety of capital raising and strategic transactions for both leading and emerging growth technology companies.
Scott Sutherland
Managing Director and Founding PartnerWith more than 30 years as an Investment Banker and Wall Street Technology Analyst, Scott has built numerous relationships with executives and key business leaders throughout the industry, namely in the mobile and internet sectors.
Dinesh Moorjani
Managing Director and Founding PartnerDinesh is a Managing Director and founding member of THA, boasting over 22 years of experience working with technology companies as a Wall Street equity analyst and as an investment banker.
Mark Anderson
Managing DirectorWith a career spanning more than 30 years as an Investment Banker, Start-up Entrepreneur and Senior Executive at major Enterprise & Consumer Technology companies, Mark has extensive experience executing both buy side and sell side M&A transactions as well as early, mid and late-stage corporate financings.
Amit Mujumdar
Managing DirectorAmit has more than 20 years of technology investment banking and M&A advisory experience. He has closed dozens of transactions with the world’s largest strategic buyers and technology focused private equity firms across software, Internet and tech-enabled services.
Jeff Saunders
Managing DirectorJeff has over 30 years of experience in operations roles within technology, including as a Sales and Business Development leader in AI, Machine Learning, Autonomy, Mobile, IoT, AR/VR, Hyperscale, Cloud, SaaS, Media Creation and Distribution, Enterprise Hardware and Software, and Data Center Solutions.
Amar Senan
Managing DirectorAmar Senan is an experienced investment banker with more than 30 years of experience advising CEOs and Boards of private and public companies on mergers & acquisitions, IPOs and private financings in sectors such as software, cybersecurity, IoT, wireless, broadband, energy and managed services.
Miro Tenkl
Managing DirectorMiro has over 15 years of experience working with technology companies as a banker, angel investor, and advisor, focusing on Europe-based companies in MarTech, EdTech, Ecommerce, 3D visualization, sales technologies and security spaces seeking to exit or fundraise in the US.
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