Jennifer Lin joins as Partner and Head of Technology alongside Senior Director Alex Saguez
London, 8 September 2026 – Debrett’s, the independent UK mid-market corporate finance adviser, has launched a dedicated Technology practice with the appointment of Jennifer Lin as Partner and Head of Technology and Alex Saguez as Senior Director, strengthening the firm’s sector expertise and international M&A capability.
Jennifer brings more than 17 years’ experience in technology M&A and corporate finance, having completed more than 30 mid-market transactions with an aggregate enterprise value exceeding £3 billion. She has advised founders, corporates and private equity investors on transactions across the UK and Europe, North America and Asia.
Her transaction experience includes working with global corporates such as Vertiv, Ericsson, Fortinet, Viva.com and Singtel, and with investors including Advent, CVC, TA and Sequoia.
Alex joins from KPMG’s TMT M&A practice and brings more than a decade of experience across M&A and private equity. He previously worked at CBPE Capital and PwC and specialises in technology and technology-enabled services, including vertical software, digital transformation, data analytics and AI.
Together, Jennifer and Alex will build Debrett’s Technology practice, advising founders, shareholders, corporates and private equity investors on M&A and strategic growth opportunities. The team will combine deep sector knowledge with international buyer and investor relationships, with particular expertise across AI and data, software, IT and technology services, cybersecurity and digital infrastructure.
Clive Hatchard, Head of Advisory at Debrett’s, commented:
“Technology is a natural area for us to invest in as we continue to expand the Advisory business. Jennifer has an exceptional track record and the experience and relationships to build a significant practice, and Alex’s sector expertise and transaction background across both M&A and private equity makes him a great addition to the team.
“We’re delighted to have them both at Debrett’s and excited about what they can execute together.”
Jennifer Lin, Partner and Head of Technology at Debrett’s, said:
“Technology M&A is increasingly global and, for founders and shareholders, achieving the best outcome often means looking well beyond the obvious buyers and starting the preparation long before a transaction is contemplated. For private equity investors, it means understanding where value is being created and having access to the right businesses and management teams. Alex and I would be glad to speak with companies at all stages about where we can add value.
“That’s the opportunity we see for Debrett’s. We want to build a Technology team that really understands these markets, articulates positioning and value drivers, connects clients with the right buyers and investors globally, and ultimately helps them achieve better outcomes.”
Alex Saguez, Senior Director at Debrett’s, added:
“Having worked in both M&A advisory and private equity, I’ve seen transactions from both sides of the table. It has given me a good understanding of what investors are looking for and what management teams need when they are navigating an important transaction.
“I’m really looking forward to working with Jennifer and the wider Debrett’s team, bringing that perspective to our clients and helping build the Technology practice.”
The launch forms part of Debrett’s continued investment in its Advisory business, building deeper sector expertise alongside its M&A, debt advisory and strategic advisory capabilities across the UK mid-market.
Debrett’s advises entrepreneurs, founder-led businesses, management teams and investors on company sales, acquisitions, management buyouts, growth capital and debt advisory. Combining Debrett’s heritage with modern corporate finance expertise, the team delivers senior-led advice to clients across the UK and Europe. We design bespoke capital and M&A solutions for each of our client companies and private equity investors.
