Calista Direct Investors is a specialist advisory firm serving single family offices with access to private equity and venture capital markets. The firm provides direct investment opportunities into start-ups, SMEs, and mid/large-cap companies, as well as advisory services on fund selection and structuring. Its unique value proposition lies in being fully independent and aligned with investor interests, with a team of experienced professionals and strategic advisors from leading institutions. The firm operates with a strong ethical framework and client-centric approach, focusing on long-term wealth creation through private markets.
Support family offices in selecting private equity funds; Facilitate direct investments into European start-ups; Advise on structuring private equity and venture capital investments; Provide access to private investment vehicles for wealth preservation; Guide family offices in portfolio diversification across private markets
Founded in 2021; Headed by Rajaa Mekouar with 20+ years in PE/VC; Strategic advisors include John Holloway, Uwe Kolb, Ian Prideaux, and Edward J. Mathias; Operates in Luxembourg, Belgium, and the UK; 100% independent with revenues from investors only; Offers Observatoire research and events for family investors