Bart Paalman

Bart Paalman is a highly experienced M&A and growth capital advisor specializing in the digital media and technology-enabled domain with nearly 20 years of expertise.

Throughout his career, Bart has excelled in venture capital, growth financing, M&A, and debt/structured finance on an international scale, particularly in cross-border settings.

His roles have involved originating corporate finance advisory mandates, leading integrated M&A and debt advisory engagements, developing financial advisory teams, creating new client service propositions, and engaging in cross and interfirm business development.

Previously, at Deloitte, Bart led the Dutch technology, media, and telecom corporate finance advisory practice, spearheading the origination and execution of venture/growth capital, debt advisory, and M&A mandates for prominent corporates, high-growth companies, and growth and buy-out investors in the Benelux market.

As the Co-Founder of Seasons Capital Partners, a technology-focused corporate finance advisory boutique based in Amsterdam, Bart established his expertise in the field.

Currently, as a corporate finance partner at BDO, Bart is instrumental in setting up a top-tier M&A advisory team in Amsterdam, focusing on the high-growth and mid-market TMT and private equity sectors.

Bart Paalman pursued his education by earning a Master of Science in Financial Economics from Erasmus University Rotterdam.

His organizational involvement includes partnerships and roles at notable entities, such as BDO Nederland, Forward Incubator, Startupbootcamp, Seasons Capital Partners, and various positions at Deloitte across M&A, debt advisory, structured finance, and industry-specific consulting.

Bart Paalman's vast experience, leadership roles, and deep expertise make him a sought-after professional in the realms of corporate finance, technology, media, and telecommunications.