Independent Strategic Advice to the Global Forest Products Sector
Objective and trusted guidance for complex transactions
About us
Thoughtful opinions backed by global experience
Kauri Capital is an independent firm specializing in strategy, mergers & acquisitions (M&A), and corporate finance advisory services for the global forest products sector.
We serve owners, investors and senior management across the forestry, wood products, pulp & paper, packaging, and renewable energy industries.
About us
Global Expertise That Delivers Results
Founded in 2010, Kauri Capital is led by David Walker — a senior advisor with over 30 years of experience in strategy, M&A and corporate finance.
David successfully advised clients across Asia-Pacific, Europe, North America, and South America. He is supported by a global network of trusted partners who share the firm’s commitment to independence, discretion, and long-term value creation.
His previous experience includes:
4 years at Kansallis-Osake-Pankki (now Nordea) — focusing on corporate finance and international banking in the forest sector.
18 years at Pöyry Group — serving as President of Asia-Pacific, President of Global Consulting, and Chairman of Pöyry Capital, the group’s forest industry investment banking division.
4 years at Macquarie Capital — as Managing Director, leading global forest products investment banking.
Our core capabilities include:
Strategic Alternatives & Growth Planning
- Evaluating strategic alternatives
- Advising on joint ventures and partnerships
- Supporting growth and restructuring initiatives
Valuation & Financial
Analysis
- Understanding and substantiating value
- Analysing project investments and divestments
- Identifying financing options
and financial investors
Transaction
Advisory
- Developing and formulating M&A strategies
- Identifying, screening, and approaching acquisition targets
- Managing, structuring, and negotiating transactions
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