35 years of DOING GLOBAL BUSINESS in over 120 countries.
Grayson Global & Partners LLC, based in New York City and led by David S. Grayson, is an investment banking firm that specializes in providing cross-border mergers & acquisitions and capital raising services. They focus particularly on emerging and frontier markets, advising clients on complex international transactions .
What They Do
- Cross‑Border M&A Advisory
- Assist clients with mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures involving entities in emerging and frontier markets.
- Capital Raising Services
- Help businesses secure financing—including equity and debt—by connecting them with global institutional and strategic investors.
- Global Investment Expertise
- Leverage a vast international network and Mr. Grayson’s extensive experience to provide strategic guidance tailored to the unique challenges of less-developed markets.
Global Reach & Positioning
- Headquartered in New York City, the firm provides services worldwide, especially in emerging markets.
- David Grayson’s career demonstrates deep experience in international finance, including his prior roles at Auerbach Grayson and DBI, which underscore the firm’s competency in global transactions
| Grayson Global & Partners LLC (NYC) | |
| Core Services | Cross-border M&A, capital raising |
| Market Focus | Emerging and frontier markets |
| Advisory Style | Global reach, institutional expertise |
Global Focus on Emerging & Frontier Markets
Expertise in places others won’t go.
- Specialize in cross-border transactions with a dedicated focus on emerging and frontier markets.
- Navigate complex regulatory, political, and cultural landscapes that many traditional banks avoid.
Strategic Advisory vs. Transactional Focus
Enduring, tailored, relationship-first approach.
- Offer relationship-driven, strategic advice to clients over time—not just deal execution.
- Long-standing international relationships built on trust and local expertise.
Boutique Scale with Global Alliances
Boutique-sized firm with global connectivity through David Grayson’s leadership in Global Alliance Partners (GAP).
- Offers clients big-firm access through a network without the overhead or bureaucracy
- Boutique agility + global scale
Leadership Track Record
Boutique-sized firm with global connectivity through David Grayson’s leadership in Global Alliance Partners (GAP).
- David Grayson has a unique pedigree: founder of one of the most globally integrated institutional broker-dealers
- More than 40 years of international deal experience, including market access to over 100 countries.
- Deep, decades-long global leadership.
What Makes Grayson Global & Partners Different
| Area | Grayson Global & Partners | Traditional Banks / Others |
| Market Focus | Emerging & Frontier Markets | Developed Markets (U.S., EU, etc.) |
| Approach | Strategic, relationship-first | Transactional, fee-based |
| Size & Structure | Boutique with global network (GAP) | Large/siloed or small/limited reach |
| Leadership | Global deal veteran (100+ countries) | Region- or sector-specific backgrounds |
| Client Experience | High-touch, cross-border advisory | Standardized, less flexible |