NorthStar Corporate Finance, founded in 1998 is an investment banking firm operating in Germany, Central Europe and the CIS, advising companies on mergers & acquisitions (buy and sell-side assignments), cross-border transactions, value increase and realisation, debt advisory and structuring, and project finance. They are independent and partner owned. Their international contacts and experience coupled with the firm's unique understanding of the local economy, various industries, and local political structures help them consistently deliver high quality effective advice and service to their clients. Their team consists of partners from the United States, Germany, Eastern Europe, and the CIS, who have developed many years of experience in industry and in corporate finance. Together they have built teams of local colleagues that support their mission of providing the best professional service for their clients.