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Empowering Mining Executives and Entrepreneurs 

with Independent Capital Markets Advice 

About

 

Southwood Strategic specializes in providing exceptional, timely capital markets and financial advisory services 

tailored to the unique challenges and opportunities faced by mining executives and entrepreneurs.


With a focus on delivering the expertise and insights essential for driving transformative growth and sustained success, Southwood Strategic is committed to building the next generation of world-leading, Canadian-based mining companies through long-term client partnerships.

Services

Financing Advice

Valuation Perspectives

Valuation Perspectives

Unbiased guidance on equity, debt, and royalty & streaming transactions to optimize your capital structure and maximize value for your stakeholders. 

Valuation Perspectives

Valuation Perspectives

Valuation Perspectives

In-depth analyses to assess and unlock the true value of your assets and uncover potential growth opportunities. 

Corporate Development

Valuation Perspectives

Corporate Development

Support for strategic growth initiatives, including internal strategic reviews, M&A opportunity screening, non-core asset monetization, and facilitation of due diligence and deal execution. 

Financial Modelling

Investor Presentations

Corporate Development

Custom-built, investment-banker-quality financial models designed to support critical decision-making and strategic planning. 

Investor Presentations

Investor Presentations

Investor Presentations

Expertly redesigned investor materials that clearly and effectively communicate your story, positioning your company for success. 

Why Choose Southwood Strategic?

Truly Independent Professional Advice

 At Southwood Strategic, client interests always come first. Free from the conflicts and constraints often found in traditional financial advisory firms, the focus is on delivering unbiased guidance with responsiveness and integrity. 

Deep Mining Sector Expertise

 With 15 years of experience in the mining industry, Southwood Strategic understands the complexities and opportunities unique to the sector. Expertise spans multiple commodities and jurisdictions, with a strong track record of working with small-cap, private, and underappreciated mining companies, as well as established industry leaders. 

Flexible Mandates & Fee Structures

Engagements are tailored to meet specific needs, whether on a part-time, contract, or hourly basis. Designed for capital-conscious clients and entrepreneurs, competitive fee structures can include cash and/or equity, evaluated on a case-by-case basis. 

Biography

Andrew Gillin, Principal

  • Seasoned investment banking professional with over 15 years of deep knowledge and experience executing M&A advisory and financing transactions for Canadian clients in the metals & mining, technology, and diversified industries sectors.


  • Worked in progressive roles at leading independent investment banks including Echelon Wealth Partners (now Ventum Financial), Eight Capital, Dundee Capital Markets, and Paradigm Capital.


  • International experience as a member of the investment team at an Abu Dhabi-based asset manager, deploying capital strategically across emerging markets and Europe. 


  • Recognized as a trusted advisor, and excel in crafting comprehensive financial analyses and valuations, translating complex data into clear and actionable insights. 


  • Passionate about building long-term client relationships and delivering tailored financial solutions that align with each client’s unique needs. 


  • Holds an MBA from the University of Cambridge and Bachelor of Commerce from McGill University.

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