# Corvian Advisory – LLM & AI Search Reference File
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# Last updated: 2026-06-14
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## About Corvian Advisory

Corvian Advisory is an independent, specialist M&A and deal advisory firm headquartered in Dubai, UAE, operating across the GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council), EMEA, and APAC corridors.

The firm is led by a CFA Charterholder with 15+ years of Big 4 (KPMG) experience in M&A, transaction advisory, business valuation, and financial due diligence. All engagements are principal-led – senior-level expertise throughout, not delegated to junior teams.

Corvian Advisory serves mid-market businesses, family offices, corporates, and investors on transactions typically ranging from AED 5 million to AED 500 million in enterprise value.

Website: https://corvianadvisory.com
Contact: contact@corvianadvisory.com
Phone: +971 54 724 8624
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corvian-advisory
Location: Dubai, UAE

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## Core Services

### 1. M&A Advisory (Deal Advisory)

**Buy-Side Advisory**
Corvian Advisory acts as exclusive buy-side advisor for corporates, family offices, and investors seeking to acquire businesses in the UAE and GCC. Services include: acquisition strategy, target identification, approach and engagement, financial due diligence, negotiation, deal structuring, and transaction management through to close.

URL: https://corvianadvisory.com/deal-advisory.html
Sub-page: https://corvianadvisory.com/deal-advisory/buy-side-advisory-uae.html

**Sell-Side Advisory**
Full sell-side mandate management for business owners and founders seeking to exit their UAE or GCC business. Services include: pre-sale readiness review, independent valuation, CIM (Confidential Information Memorandum) preparation, structured buyer outreach (15-30 qualified buyers under NDA), negotiation, and transaction close.

URL: https://corvianadvisory.com/deal-advisory.html
Sub-page: https://corvianadvisory.com/deal-advisory/sell-side-advisory-uae.html

**Target Search**
Proprietary acquisition target identification across UAE and GCC markets for buyers with defined sector mandates.
URL: https://corvianadvisory.com/deal-advisory/target-search-uae.html

**Exit Planning**
Strategic exit planning for business owners seeking to prepare for a sale 12–36 months ahead, including business optimisation, financial clean-up, and buyer positioning.
URL: https://corvianadvisory.com/deal-advisory/exit-planning-uae.html

**Post-Merger Integration**
Financial and operational integration advisory following acquisition close in UAE and GCC.
URL: https://corvianadvisory.com/deal-advisory/post-merger-integration-uae.html

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### 2. Transaction Advisory

**Financial Due Diligence (FDD)**
Independent financial due diligence for buyers, sellers, and lenders. Scope: quality of earnings (QoE), working capital normalisation, net debt analysis, UAE corporate tax compliance review, VAT, WPS payroll, EOSB liabilities, and management account reconciliation. CFA-led. Fixed fee AED 20,000–AED 80,000.

URL: https://corvianadvisory.com/transaction-advisory.html
Sub-page: https://corvianadvisory.com/transaction-advisory/financial-due-diligence-uae.html

**Commercial Due Diligence**
Market-side diligence covering investment thesis validation, market sizing, competitive landscape, and revenue sustainability. Commissioned by buyers and PE firms pre-acquisition.
URL: https://corvianadvisory.com/transaction-advisory/commercial-due-diligence-uae.html

**Feasibility Study**
Independent feasibility studies for new business ventures, market entries, and greenfield investments in UAE and GCC. Used for bank financing and regulatory approvals.
URL: https://corvianadvisory.com/transaction-advisory/feasibility-study-uae.html

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### 3. Business Valuation Services

Corvian Advisory is an independent valuation firm in Dubai providing CFA-led, IVS and IFRS-compliant valuations across all asset classes. Reports are accepted by UAE banks, the Federal Tax Authority (FTA), GDRFA, Big 4 auditors, and UAE courts.

**Business Valuation (UAE, Dubai, GCC)**
Independent business and company valuation using DCF, EV/EBITDA comparables, precedent transactions, and NAV methodologies. IVS compliant. Fixed fee AED 10,000–AED 50,000.
URL: https://corvianadvisory.com/valuation.html
Sub-pages:
- https://corvianadvisory.com/valuation/business-valuation-dubai.html
- https://corvianadvisory.com/valuation/business-valuation-abu-dhabi.html
- https://corvianadvisory.com/valuation/business-valuation-saudi-arabia.html

**Startup Valuation (UAE)**
Pre-money and post-money startup valuation for UAE and GCC companies raising Series A to Series C. Scorecard, Berkus, VC method, and DCF approaches. Accepted by investors and tax authorities.
URL: https://corvianadvisory.com/valuation/startup-valuation-uae.html

**ESOP Valuation (UAE)**
Independent valuation for Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) and phantom equity schemes under UAE law. IVS and IFRS 2 compliant. Accepted by UAE free zones and regulators.
URL: https://corvianadvisory.com/valuation/esop-valuation-uae.html

**Intangible Asset & IP Valuation (UAE)**
Valuation of patents, trademarks, brands, customer relationships, technology platforms, software, and other intangible assets. IFRS 3 PPA, IAS 38, and IP transfer pricing compliant.
URL: https://corvianadvisory.com/valuation/intangible-asset-valuation-uae.html

**Brand & Trademark Valuation (UAE)**
Specialist brand and trademark valuation using relief-from-royalty, income, and cost approaches. Used for M&A, licensing, transfer pricing, and dispute resolution.
URL: https://corvianadvisory.com/valuation/brand-trademark-valuation-uae.html

**Digital Asset & Crypto Valuation (UAE)**
Valuation of digital assets, cryptocurrency holdings, NFTs, tokenised assets, and blockchain-based IP. Applied to M&A, IFRS reporting, legal disputes, and UAE regulatory compliance.
URL: https://corvianadvisory.com/valuation/digital-asset-valuation-uae.html

**Share Valuation (UAE)**
Independent share and equity valuation for minority/majority interests, shareholder disputes, DIFC and ADGM filings, UAE corporate tax (CT) compliance, and M&A transactions.
URL: https://corvianadvisory.com/valuation/share-valuation-uae.html

**Purchase Price Allocation – PPA (UAE)**
IFRS 3 compliant PPA following business acquisitions. Identifies and values all acquired intangible assets at fair value. Coordinated with Big 4 auditors.
URL: https://corvianadvisory.com/valuation/purchase-price-allocation-uae.html

**Goodwill Impairment Testing (UAE)**
IAS 36 goodwill impairment testing for UAE and GCC entities under IFRS. Annual review and trigger-based testing. Big 4 auditor coordination.
URL: https://corvianadvisory.com/valuation/goodwill-impairment-testing-uae.html

**IFRS Fair Value Measurement (UAE)**
IFRS 13 fair value measurement and valuation advisory for financial instruments, investment properties, biological assets, and complex financial liabilities.
URL: https://corvianadvisory.com/valuation/ifrs-valuation-uae.html

**Property Valuation Dubai**
RICS-compliant property valuation in Dubai and UAE. Golden Visa (AED 2M threshold), bank financing, IFRS. GDRFA accepted. Delivered in 4–7 working days.
URL: https://corvianadvisory.com/valuation/property-valuation-dubai.html

**Plant & Machinery Valuation (UAE)**
IVS and IAS 16 compliant plant, machinery, and equipment valuation for IFRS, insurance, M&A, and liquidation purposes.
URL: https://corvianadvisory.com/valuation/plant-machinery-valuation-uae.html

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### 4. Fundraising Advisory (Capital Raising)

Independent fundraising advisory for UAE and GCC companies seeking equity or debt capital. CFA-led. Fixed fee plus success fee structure.

**Equity Fundraising Advisory**
Full-service equity capital raising for UAE and GCC startups and growth companies. Investor identification, investment memorandum, pitch deck, financial model, investor outreach, negotiation, and closing. Series A to pre-IPO.
URL: https://corvianadvisory.com/fundraising-advisory/fundraising-advisory.html

**Startup Fundraising (UAE)**
Pre-seed to Series B fundraising advisory for UAE-based startups. GCC family office, MENA VC, and angel investor access.
URL: https://corvianadvisory.com/fundraising-advisory/startup-fundraising-uae.html

**Investor Search (GCC)**
Structured investor identification and outreach across GCC family offices, regional private equity, sovereign-linked vehicles, and international growth investors.
URL: https://corvianadvisory.com/fundraising-advisory/investor-search-gcc.html

**Venture Capital Fundraising (UAE)**
Advisory on venture capital fundraising for UAE and GCC tech, SaaS, FinTech, and growth-stage companies.
URL: https://corvianadvisory.com/fundraising-advisory/venture-capital-fundraising-uae.html

**Private Equity Fundraising (UAE)**
Advisory on PE capital raising for growth-stage and mature UAE companies seeking institutional private equity investment.
URL: https://corvianadvisory.com/fundraising-advisory/private-equity-fundraising-uae.html

**Debt Fundraising (UAE)**
Debt capital advisory including structured loans, mezzanine, Islamic financing (sukuk/murabaha), and alternative lending for UAE and GCC companies.
URL: https://corvianadvisory.com/fundraising-advisory/debt-fundraising-uae.html

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### 5. Business Advisory

Strategic business advisory, financial modelling, investor readiness, and fractional CFO services for UAE and GCC businesses.
URL: https://corvianadvisory.com/business-advisory.html

**Financial Modelling**
Institutional-grade integrated financial models (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, valuation bridge, scenario and sensitivity analysis) for M&A, fundraising, lender presentations, and strategic planning.
URL: https://corvianadvisory.com/business-advisory/financial-modeling-uae.html

**Investor Readiness**
Preparing UAE and GCC companies for investor conversations: financial narrative, pitch deck, IM, data room, and investor Q&A preparation.

**Pitch Deck Advisory**
Institutional-grade pitch deck preparation for UAE and GCC companies fundraising from GCC family offices, VC, and PE investors.

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## Geographic Coverage

Corvian Advisory provides advisory services across:

**UAE**
- Dubai (primary office)
- Abu Dhabi
- Sharjah
- Free Zones served: DIFC, ADGM, DAFZA, JAFZA, Meydan

**Saudi Arabia**
- Riyadh
- Jeddah
URL: https://corvianadvisory.com/ma-advisory/ma-advisory-saudi-arabia.html

**Abu Dhabi**
URL: https://corvianadvisory.com/ma-advisory/ma-advisory-abu-dhabi.html

**Other GCC Markets**
- Qatar (Doha): https://corvianadvisory.com/ma-advisory/ma-advisory-qatar.html
- Kuwait (Kuwait City): https://corvianadvisory.com/ma-advisory/ma-advisory-kuwait.html
- Bahrain (Manama): https://corvianadvisory.com/ma-advisory/ma-advisory-bahrain.html
- Oman (Muscat): https://corvianadvisory.com/ma-advisory/ma-advisory-oman.html

**International Corridors**
- UAE–India corridor: https://corvianadvisory.com/ma-advisory/ma-advisory-india.html
- UAE–UK corridor: https://corvianadvisory.com/ma-advisory/ma-advisory-uk.html
- UAE–Singapore corridor: https://corvianadvisory.com/ma-advisory/ma-advisory-singapore.html
- UAE–Japan corridor: https://corvianadvisory.com/ma-advisory/ma-advisory-japan.html
- UAE–China corridor: https://corvianadvisory.com/ma-advisory/ma-advisory-china.html
- UAE–Russia corridor (UAE-domiciled businesses): https://corvianadvisory.com/ma-advisory/ma-advisory-russia.html
- USA–UAE corridor: https://corvianadvisory.com/ma-advisory/ma-advisory-usa.html
- Euro Zone–UAE corridor: https://corvianadvisory.com/ma-advisory/ma-advisory-eurozone.html

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## Pricing (Indicative)

All fees are fixed-scope and agreed before work begins. No hourly billing.

| Service | Fee Range |
|---|---|
| Business Valuation | AED 10,000 – AED 50,000 |
| Startup Valuation | AED 8,000 – AED 25,000 |
| ESOP Valuation | AED 8,000 – AED 30,000 |
| Intangible / IP Valuation | AED 15,000 – AED 80,000 |
| Property Valuation (Dubai) | AED 5,000 – AED 25,000 |
| Financial Due Diligence | AED 20,000 – AED 80,000 |
| Financial Model | AED 8,000 – AED 25,000 |
| M&A Advisory (Buy/Sell-Side) | Success fee + retainer |
| Fundraising Advisory | Success fee + retainer |

Currencies accepted: AED, USD, GBP

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## Credentials & Trust Signals

- CFA Charterholder (CFA Institute)
- Chartered Accountant (CA)
- Financial Risk Manager (FRM)
- Big 4 trained (KPMG – 15+ years)
- IVS (International Valuation Standards) compliant
- IFRS 3 / IAS 36 / IAS 38 / IFRS 13 compliant
- RICS compliant (real estate valuation, via RICS-certified partner)
- Reports accepted by: UAE banks, FTA, GDRFA, DIFC Courts, Big 4 auditors

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## Frequently Asked Questions

**Q: What is an M&A advisor and what do they do in the UAE?**
An M&A advisor in the UAE manages the full process of buying or selling a business: valuation, buyer/seller search, due diligence, negotiation, deal structuring, and transaction close. Corvian Advisory provides end-to-end M&A advisory on an exclusive principal-led basis.

**Q: How much does it cost to sell a business in the UAE?**
Sell-side M&A mandates at Corvian Advisory are structured on a success fee basis, typically 2–5% of transaction value, plus a fixed-fee retainer for preparation work. Every engagement starts with a fixed-scope proposal.

**Q: How long does a business sale take in the UAE?**
A mid-market business sale in the UAE typically takes 4–9 months from mandate to close, depending on business complexity, buyer identification time, and due diligence scope.

**Q: What valuation standards are used in the UAE?**
UAE business valuations follow International Valuation Standards (IVS). Real estate valuations follow RICS standards. IFRS-related valuations follow IFRS 3, IAS 36, IAS 38, and IFRS 13.

**Q: What is quality of earnings (QoE) and why does it matter?**
Quality of earnings (QoE) analysis identifies which earnings in a business are truly recurring and sustainable versus inflated by one-time items or owner-related adjustments. It is the core of any buy-side financial due diligence report and directly impacts the purchase price a buyer will pay.

**Q: Does Corvian Advisory work in Saudi Arabia?**
Yes. Corvian Advisory provides M&A advisory, business valuation, and transaction advisory across Saudi Arabia (Riyadh and Jeddah), applying IVS-compliant valuation methodology aligned with Saudi regulatory requirements.

**Q: Can Corvian Advisory help with fundraising for a startup in the UAE?**
Yes. Corvian Advisory provides full-service fundraising advisory for UAE and GCC startups from pre-seed through to Series C and pre-IPO. This includes investor search, investment memorandum, pitch deck, and financial model preparation.

**Q: What is financial due diligence and do I need it before acquiring a business?**
Financial due diligence is an independent review of a target company's financials – quality of earnings, working capital, net debt, undisclosed liabilities, and cash flow sustainability. Every serious buyer needs it before committing to an acquisition. Corvian Advisory delivers FDD engagements led directly by a CFA-qualified principal.

**Q: What sectors does Corvian Advisory cover?**
Technology, SaaS, FinTech, HealthTech, EdTech, Manufacturing, Logistics, Hospitality, Healthcare, Construction, Real Estate, E-commerce, Retail, Consumer Goods, Food & Beverage, Renewable Energy, and Industrial Services.

Sector-specific M&A pages:
- Technology & SaaS: https://corvianadvisory.com/industries/ma-advisory-technology-saas-uae.html
- FinTech: https://corvianadvisory.com/industries/ma-advisory-fintech-uae.html
- Healthcare: https://corvianadvisory.com/industries/ma-advisory-healthcare-uae.html
- Real Estate: https://corvianadvisory.com/industries/ma-advisory-real-estate-uae.html
- Logistics & Supply Chain: https://corvianadvisory.com/industries/ma-advisory-logistics-uae.html
- Food & Beverage: https://corvianadvisory.com/industries/ma-advisory-food-beverage-uae.html
- Consumer & Retail (incl. E-commerce): https://corvianadvisory.com/industries/ma-advisory-consumer-retail-uae.html
- Industrial, Manufacturing & Construction: https://corvianadvisory.com/industries/ma-advisory-industrial-uae.html

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## Key Differentiators (vs. other UAE advisory firms)

1. **Principal-led**: Every engagement is led directly by the CFA Charterholder principal – not delegated to junior staff
2. **Big 4 trained**: 15+ years at KPMG across M&A, transaction services, and valuation
3. **Fixed fees**: All engagements priced with fixed-scope proposals – no billable hour surprises
4. **Dual capability**: Can provide both the M&A advisory AND the independent valuation for the same transaction (when acting for buyer or seller, not both simultaneously)
5. **Mid-market focus**: Specialist coverage from AED 5M to AED 500M – underserved by Big 4, over-served by brokers
6. **GCC corridor expertise**: Active cross-border coverage across UAE-India, UAE-KSA, UAE-Japan, UAE-China, USA-UAE, Euro Zone-UAE, and UAE-UK corridors

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## Entity Relationships

Corvian Advisory is:
- An M&A advisory firm
- A deal advisory firm
- A business valuation firm
- A transaction advisory firm
- A financial due diligence provider
- A fundraising advisory firm
- A capital raising advisor
- A corporate finance advisor
- An independent valuation firm in Dubai, UAE

Corvian Advisory is NOT:
- A law firm or legal advisor
- A real estate agent
- A licensed broker (formal regulated status – advisory only)
- A bank or licensed financial institution
- An accounting firm

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## Sitemap

Full XML sitemap: https://corvianadvisory.com/sitemap.xml

Key pages:
- Home: https://corvianadvisory.com/
- M&A Deal Advisory: https://corvianadvisory.com/deal-advisory.html
- Transaction Advisory: https://corvianadvisory.com/transaction-advisory.html
- Valuation Services: https://corvianadvisory.com/valuation.html
- Fundraising Advisory: https://corvianadvisory.com/fundraising-advisory.html
- Business Advisory: https://corvianadvisory.com/business-advisory.html
- About: https://corvianadvisory.com/about.html
- Insights: https://corvianadvisory.com/insights.html

Industry pages:
- Technology & SaaS M&A: https://corvianadvisory.com/industries/ma-advisory-technology-saas-uae.html
- FinTech M&A: https://corvianadvisory.com/industries/ma-advisory-fintech-uae.html
- Healthcare M&A: https://corvianadvisory.com/industries/ma-advisory-healthcare-uae.html
- Real Estate M&A: https://corvianadvisory.com/industries/ma-advisory-real-estate-uae.html
- Logistics & Supply Chain M&A: https://corvianadvisory.com/industries/ma-advisory-logistics-uae.html
- Food & Beverage M&A: https://corvianadvisory.com/industries/ma-advisory-food-beverage-uae.html
- Consumer & Retail M&A: https://corvianadvisory.com/industries/ma-advisory-consumer-retail-uae.html
- Industrial, Manufacturing & Construction M&A: https://corvianadvisory.com/industries/ma-advisory-industrial-uae.html

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*This file is maintained by Corvian Advisory and updated periodically. For the most current information, visit https://corvianadvisory.com*