First Sentinel

Corporate Finance

First Sentinel

Our focus on growth companies means we work with some of the most exciting, innovative, and swift growing businesses around. 

Corporate Finance Advisory

First Sentinel guides ambitious companies through IPOs, fundraises, takeovers and other key milestones that drive growth. We combine deep market knowledge with strong relationships across the advisory ecosystem and help our clients execute effectively, build confidence, and deliver lasting value for shareholders.

From early-stage fundraising to full-scale listings, our offering is broad and integrated. 

Built for Every Stage of the Journey

Market Ready

Your business deserves the strongest foundation for growth. We help you refine your strategy, strengthen your investor pitch, assess valuation, and prepare for fundraising or listing – ensuring corporate governance, board composition, and financials are fit for purpose. 

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IPO

Going public is a significant milestone. We manage the entire process, from early-stage planning to post-listing support, ensuring your IPO is well-structured, compliant, and aligned with your long-term goals.

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Investor Relations

We help craft and execute compelling communication strategies that strengthen relationships with current shareholders and attract new investors.

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Takeover Code

With expertise drawn from CEO Brian Stockbridge’s tenure at the Takeover Panel, we provide invaluable insight into managing UK Takeover Code transactions smoothly and efficiently. 

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M&A

From deal origination through to completion, we help clients plan and execute mergers, acquisitions, and disposals that make strategic and financial sense.

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Collaborating with top-tier accountants, lawyers and registrars.

Acting as a central transaction coordinator to streamline processes.

Commercially-grounded advice, aligned with your strategic goals.

Your key partner in Corporate Transactions

Why work with Us

A strong corporate advisor is the linchpin of any sucessful transaction.

At First Sentinel, we guide companies through their defining moments, providing clear, practical advice and the support needed to deliver successful outcomes. Whether navigating fundraising, preparing for public markets, or managing a complex corporate process, our focus is on clarity, execution, and long-term value.

AQSE

Astrid

Retained Corporate Adviser

Fast-track admission from LSE to AQSE

Since July 2023

B HODL

Corporate Adviser

Aquis IPO

September 2025

Cardiogeni

Corporate Adviser

Aquis IPO

January 2025

Cykel

Corporate Adviser & Joint Broker

Aquis IPO

October 2023

Flex

Corporate Adviser

Aquis IPO

December 2023

File Forge

Rule 3 Adviser on Acquisition of Amirose London Ltd

June 2025

Fenikso

Fast-track admission from AIM to AQSE

Retained Corporate Adviser

Since April 2022

Inteliqo

Corporate Adviser

Aquis IPO

August 2022

Kondor

Corporate Adviser

Aquis IPO

December 2023

Kondor

Corporate Adviser

Acquisition of ORA Plc

June 2025

MBH Corporation

AQSE Fast-track Admission

March 2023

NYCE

Corporate Adviser

Aquis IPO

December 2022

ORA

Corporate Adviser

Aquis IPO

July 2023

Phoenix Digital Assets

Corporate Adviser

Aquis IPO

April 2021

Phoenix Digital Assets

Adivser and Agent

In connection to £34m tender offer.

June 2024

Substrate AI

AQSE Fast-track Admission

October 2023

Supernova Digital Assets

Retained Corporate Adviser

Since September 2022

Visum

Corporate Adviser

Aquis IPO

June 2022

Vulcan Industries

Corporate Adviser

From 2020

Vinanz – LDN Bitcoin Co.

Corporate Adviser & Joint Broker

Aquis IPO

April 2023

LSE

Argo Blockchain

*pending

Rule 3 Adviser

Cykel

Financial Adviser

Uplisting to LSE via reverse takeover

June 2024

GS Chain

Financial Adviser

LSE Main Market listing

May 2022

GSTechnologies

Financial Adviser

Since November 2024

Kavango Resources

Rule 3 Adviser

October 2023

London BTC Company

Financial Adviser

Up-list from AQSE to LSE Main Market

January 2025

Sundae Bar

Joint Financial Adviser

AIM Listing

June 2025

Satsuma

Financial Adviser

LSE Main Market listing

OTC

GS Chain

Cross-traded to OCTQB

April 2023

Inteliqo

Cross-traded on OTCQB

February 2024

Kondor AI

Cross-traded on OTCQB

May 2024

London BTC Company

Cross-traded to OTCQB

September 2023

ORA

Cross-traded to OTCQB

February 2024

Substrate AI

Cross-traded on OTCQB

November 2022

Team Internet

Cross-traded to OTCBX

April 2024

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