Ivo has significant experience in technology M&A and an extensive network of financial sponsors. Before joining MCF, he opened and led GP Bullhound’s Munich office. In this role he focused on advising technology companies across various segments, including software, edtech, and IT & digital services. Prior to that, he served as Managing Director at goetzpartners Corporate Finance, where he completed over 40 transactions in the technology and industrials sectors. Ivo began his career at KPMG in Frankfurt, specialising in M&A within technology, media, and telecommunications (TMT).
Over the years, Ivo has advised numerous European technology companies, including GoStudent, NTT Data, DXC Technology, SNP, POET, SwissQ, EPSA, KEYMILE. His experience spans a variety of complex transactions, supporting strategic growth, acquisitions, and disposals to key industry players. He has also worked with an extensive network of financial sponsors, including Aurelius, Castik, Findos, INVISION, Riverside, VREP, Waterland, to name a few.
Leveraging MCF’s partnership with U.S. firm D.A. Davidson, Ivo Polten will co-lead the technology practice alongside Rita Lei, Erik Pettersson, Aalap B. Merchant and Greg Thomas. The D.A. Davidson MCF International technology team is composed of 50 skilled bankers, including 14 partners and managing directors, who bring deep expertise across a range of technology sectors, such as application software, fintech, infrastructure software, internet and digital media, tech-enabled services, communication, and hardware. Their extensive experience spans capital raising, M&A, debt advisory, sponsor coverage and equity research. With a presence across 19 offices in Europe and the US, the team works seamlessly together, leveraging their global reach to deliver exceptional results. With Ivo’s addition, MCF’s technology practice is further strengthened, positioning D.A. Davidson MCF International for continued success.
“We are thrilled to welcome Ivo as a Partner and look forward to establishing a new office in Munich under his leadership. Technology is one of our core verticals and Ivo’s experience will be instrumental in further strengthening our capabilities in this sector. His strong track record, deep sector expertise, and extensive network will not only enhance our ability to deliver value to clients but will also help shape our growth strategy as we continue to expand our technology practice,” said Stefan Mattern, Managing Partner of MCF.
Rita Lei, MCF’s Head of Technology, added: “With his proven track record and extensive experience, Ivo will be an important addition as we continue to drive our technology strategy in partnership with D.A. Davidson, enabling European companies to access the North American market. We look forward to working closely together as we continue to expand our technology vertical and strengthen our team in Europe.”
