The Value of Experience

With deep roots in both Swiss and Eastern cultures, our team offers a unique blend of business and legal expertise. With a rich background in navigating the complexities of cross-cultural transactions, we are dedicated to guiding international investors through successful mergers and acquisitions.

Prioritize the unique needs of our clients. Our commitment to integrity, transparency, and a client-centric approach drives us to create lasting partnerships that transcend borders, delivering tailored solutions with precision and care.

Rayleigh Consulting

We are a team of experienced consultants dedicated to helping our clients succeed in their respective markets. With our expertise and knowledge, we provide all the tools, guidance, and support you need to achieve your business goals. Located in Switzerland, known for its stable political and economic environment, we offer a unique advantage to our clients. Our country's neutrality and commitment to confidentiality make it an ideal location for businesses seeking a secure and trustworthy partner. As a financial hub, Switzerland attracts global corporates, giving us access to a wide network of resources and opportunities. Take a look around and explore the various services we offer, the clients we've partnered with, and samples of our work. We are here to help you thrive!

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Our Services

Strategic Financing

As capital provider, you have clear strategic and business objectives for your investment. Rayleigh will assist you making the appropriate verifications to maximize your chances of meeting your objectives.

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Buy-side M&A

Strategic M&A can be a catalyst of business growth, technology transfer and value creation, and ultimately, a way to consolidate market position.

Whether you have identified a target or are seeking strategic opportunities, Rayleigh uses a customized approach to help you achieve your objectives.

Private Equity

With a majority of Switzerland’s opportunities in private hands, private equity is the best way to secure a participation in key targets. Whether you’ve identified a target or a seeking for strategic guidance and opportunities, Rayleigh provides a customized approach to help you achieve your objectives.

Venture Capital

Switzerland is the home of many deeptech startups close to disrupting the market. Venture capital leverages Swiss innovation. Whether you are looking to build or expand a portfolio, or seek to identify targets, Rayleigh can help you pinpoint, evaluate and execute opportunities.

Joint-Ventures & Commercial deals

Joint Ventures start with visionary impulses but can be complex to implement. With our entrepreneurial and practical mindset, Rayleigh can help developing a financial and operational structure which takes into account the mindset and characteristics of each party.

Strategic Advisory

Deep rooted connections in the local landscape gives us a unique edge when considering Swiss deals. Rayleigh can give insights and help clients identify unique opportunities in the market to execute upon. Our collaborative and analytic approach is backed with a wide view of the market landscape.

Meet the Team

Advisory Board

Gérald Béroud

Gérald is the founder of SinOptic, a service company created in 1998, which at the same time launched the only Swiss website dedicated to bilateral relations with China. He is also the First Vice-President of the Swiss-Chinese Association and the President of its Romandie Section. Over the years, he has visited countless officials and decision-makers in China and Switzerland, earning their friendship and respect. Fluent in Chinese, he is adept at deciphering and navigating cross-border contexts. He is now widely recognised as one of Switzerland's leading experts on China. He is also President of the Romandie Section of the Swiss-Chinese Association, an honorary resident of Jiangsu Province, and the recipient of a Certificate of Recognition from the Embassy of Switzerland in China for outstanding contributions to Sino-Swiss relations.

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Advisory Board

Christophe Utelli

Christophe has over 20 years’ experience in banking, first as a strategic and regulatory consultant for banks and financial institutions with Ernst & Young before becoming Chief Risk Officer of the wealth management unit at Lombard Odier. He was responsible for major strategic projects in business development, compliance, risk and regulations. For several years he also taught at different institutions across Europe. Christophe joined Cité Gestion in 2016 as Chief Operating Officer, Chief Financial Officer and Chief Risk Officer. He has been a partner and Deputy CEO of Cité Gestion since 2017.

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Thomas Hua

Thomas is a partner at gbf Attorney-at-law Ltd. He focuses on corporate finance, commercial transactions and contract law. He is also experienced in commercial disputes, technology transfer and licensing, unfair competition and data protection matters. Quick to understand the stakes, his sound and straightforward advice is appreciated by large organisations, SMEs, start-ups and non-profits alike. Being fluent in Chinese, French and English, Thomas is the top address for Chinese companies and individuals, as well as transactions involving Chinese parties.

Founder

Lei Guillaume-Yao

Lei brings over 15 years of experience in the Swiss banking sector, having notably transformed the Chinese market at Dukascopy Bank into one of the institution's largest markets. She then founded Inestia Sàrl, a boutique consulting company in Geneva, specializing in facilitating business and investment deals between Europe and China. Subsequently, Lei pioneered a venture focused on promoting investments into Switzerland. With extensive expertise across financial, pharmaceuticals, and real estate sectors, she has brokered numerous transactions and continues to offer invaluable guidance throughout the integration and management phases."

Business specialist

Elena Wang

Elena has a robust educational background in both China and Switzerland, along with over 12 years of experience in bilateral trade. She has successfully forged strategic partnerships between Chinese and Swiss enterprises, introducing Swiss brands to China and Chinese products to Europe, which has driven significant operational success and sales growth. As an expert in brand management, international trademarks, and e-commerce strategies, Elena adeptly navigates the complexities of the Chinese market and import-export processes. She excels at identifying market opportunities and leading sales teams to implement effective market entry and distribution strategies in highly competitive sectors.

Business specialist

Tom Jäggi

Tom has a background in industrial engineering, complemented by his expertise in design and quality management. Over the years, he has founded and successfully managed multiple companies across diverse sectors, including international trade, distribution, marketing, renewable energy and building technology. Currently he is focused on brokering commercial transactions, with a particular emphasis on the technology, healthcare and beauty industries. Tom's deep understanding of Asian cultures enhances his ability to navigate international markets and he possesses an extensive network of valuable contacts. He is highly regarded in the Swiss-German business community for his strategic insights and commitment to excellence.

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