About Us

Our Story

Founded by seasoned finance professionals with decades of experience in cross-border transactions focused on Asia and Europe as well as U.S. public listing, Global Pivot Equity (G.P.E.) was established to fill the gap between financial consultants and large investment banks.

Our mission began with a simple idea: that small to mid-sized international companies deserve the same level of strategic guidance and market access as global corporations.

Over the years, our team has advised on more than USD 2 billion in transactions, helping emerging companies list on NASDAQ, secure investments, and execute complex cross-border M&A.

Today, G.P.E. stands as a trusted bridge between global growth enterprises and the institutional investors who fuel their ambitions.

Our Mission

To empower international companies to achieve global scale through transparent, strategic, and disciplined access to capital.

We aim to simplify the complexity of cross-border listings and transactions, guiding clients from private financing to public success while maximizing long-term shareholder value.

Our Values

  • Integrity First – We uphold the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in every transaction.

  • Client-Centered Focus – Each mandate is designed around our client’s goals, risk tolerance, and strategic vision.

  • Excellence in Execution – Precision, reliability, and attention to detail define our work.

  • Global Perspective – We understand the regulatory, cultural, and market nuances across multiple jurisdictions.

  • Partnership for Growth – We believe sustainable success is built on long-term relationships, not one-time deals.

Core Team

Ulrik Karlsen

Founding Partner

Ulrik Karlsen is the founding partner of G.P.E., with a decade of experience cross-border transactions for public and private companies.

Per Herseth

Strategic Partner

Per Herseth is the strategic partner of G.P.E.. Per Herseth brings over 25 years of experience in global finance and cross-border M&A.

Valeriya Okoemova

Strategic Partner

Valeriya Okoemova is the strategic partner of G.P.E., in charge of Europe & the UK. Valeriya brings over 10 years of experience in EU financial ops.

Petros Michail

Strategic Partner

Petros Michail is a strategic partner of G.P.E., in charge of Europe and Cyprus. Petros has over 12 years of experience as a CFO in finance.

Partners

Norwegian Business Association in Shanghai

Executive Solutions Limited

EXA Capital DMCC

Arab American Global Fund

Mergers Club