Hardo

Hardo is the Managing Director (MD) and Art Director at Hardo & Co, a company he founded and currently leads in Amsterdam, Netherlands.1 His career at Hardo & Co has been marked by rapid progression and a unique approach to investment banking.

Career Progression

Hardo's journey at Hardo & Co began in August 2011 as an Analyst.1 He quickly moved up the ranks:

• Analyst (2011-2013)
• Vice President (2015-2017)
• Director (2017-2018)
• MD & Art Director (December 2018-Present)

Professional Approach

Hardo is known for his creative and unconventional approach to investment banking. He aims to "leave investment banking grey & blue behind" and has popularized the hashtag #makepitchbookscolorfulagain.1 This innovative mindset led to his promotion to MD & Art Director.

Notable Achievements

• Organized the first book launch for Hardo & Co in October 2019 in New York.1
• Successfully pushed his team to create 121 versions of a project, winning a bet with a previous MD.1
• Worked on high-profile pitches for companies like Beats Electronics, Oculus, and Aston Martin.1

Skills and Expertise

Hardo's expertise spans various aspects of investment banking, including:

• Detailed financial modeling
• Valuation
• Deal structuring
• Creative pitchbook design

He particularly enjoys working with financial sponsors in the higher mid-market private equity sector.1

Languages

Hardo is multilingual, with proficiency in:

• Dutch (native or bilingual)
• English (native or bilingual)
• German (professional working proficiency)1

Hardo's unique blend of financial acumen and creative flair has positioned him as a distinctive figure in the investment banking world, leading Hardo & Co with an innovative and colorful approach.