Armann Thorvaldsson

Provides asset management and investment banking services

Provides investment and commercial banking services to the corporate, commercial and retail sectors

Functions as a College/University

Functions as a College/University

KPI invests directly from their balance sheet. They tailor private equity solutions for their entrepreneurial clients through both traditional and integrated finance structures. As part of Kaupthing Bank group, they have the capacity to underwrite the full debt and equity requirement of any transaction ranging from an enterprise valuation of £30 million to £500 million. For larger transactions, they work through partnership arrangements. KPI's investment approach favors later stage and cash generative firms. They support their portfolio firms' management teams through growth or buyout capital. Their private equity investment strategy is based on their belief that strong, long-term relationships are key over strict investment parameters. They invest across all sectors. They draw on their expertise in consumer markets (such as retail, brands, leisure), in addition to other sectors including food, media, financial services and healthcare. They seek scalable businesses in markets displaying sustainable growth drivers as well as strong market positions. KPI seeks to add value to their portfolio firms by leveraging the relationships within their existing portfolio firms and by optimizing new growth opportunities.

Provides financial and investment services

Kvika invests in lower mid-market companies located in the United Kingdom with an EBITDA of GBP 1- 10 million. The firm focuses on companies operating across a broad range of sectors and industries. It provides financing in the form of debt and equity in buyout transactions with an investment size of GBP 5 - 30 million. The firm also acquires minority and majority stakes.

Engages in investment and commercial banking, asset management & investment activities