Dirk Damegger
Managing Director
Frankfurt Mergers & Acquisitions Consumer ddamegger@lincolninternational.com +49 69 97105-408It’s an exciting time to advise clients in the consumer sector. Major changes in consumer preferences and how products are purchased create a rich environment for business owners and investors to succeed.
As co-head of Lincoln International’s European Consumer Group, Dirk leads the firm’s retail and consumer advisory services. He has more than 20 years of experience, advising on M&A, corporate divestitures and corporate finance transactions for pan-European corporate clients as well as financial sponsors. Given his extensive deal record with family-owned businesses, he helps clients navigate through complex family structures and needs.
Prior to joining Lincoln, Dirk provided M&A advisory services at Raymond James. Previously, he worked for Credit Suisse and Société Générale as well as Sal. Oppenheim.
Dirk holds a master‘s degree in business studies from the University of Cologne, Germany and took further management courses at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business as well as at the IMD business school in Lausanne, Switzerland.
Perspectives featuring Dirk Damegger
Investors Seek Protection in the Safety Workwear Market
The safety workwear industry is a highly resilient and very attractive market that covers all personal protective equipment from head to toe, including helmets, goggles, gloves, shoes, protective clothing and… Read More
Investor Appetite for Frozen Food Grows
In the U.S. and in Europe the frozen food market continues to grow. The overall mega themes of products that are high-quality, clean, convenient, fresh, long-lasting, less wasteful and flavorful… Read More
How Consumer Products & Services Companies Are Viewing M&A Outlook for 2023
In today’s dealmaking environment, uncertainty and caution reign supreme. Consumer confidence has seen declines as high inflation and recession fears dominate. At the same time, investors continue to look for… Read More
Promising M&A Outlook for Frozen Food Companies
Frozen foods have seen notable growth since 2019 as a result of shifting consumer behavior. Strong sales have enabled more efficiencies at scale, but some companies also face capacity constraints… Read More
Meet our Senior Team in Germany
I am enthusiastic about creating sustainable growth and the highest value for our clients, and strive to leave a positive footprint beyond any successful M&A transaction.
Friedrich Bieselt
Managing Director | Management Board Member
Frankfurt
Building long-term relationships is key for me personally – I want to be the advisor of trust for my clients.
Dr. Michael Drill
Managing Director | CEO Germany | Chairman of the Management Board
Frankfurt
I enjoy working closely with clients to overcome challenging situations and to develop strategies to meet their business goals.
Dirk-Oliver Löffler
Managing Director | Management Board Member
Frankfurt
