PRIVATE PLACEMENT SERVICE
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spectupX delivers institutional-grade capital solutions for global funds and companies ready to scale. Our edge lies in senior-level expertise, institutional relationships, and a platform purpose-built for efficient private placements.
You?
4.7
/ 5
57+ Happy clients
You?
4.7
/ 5
57+ Happy clients
/ service
spectupX delivers institutional-grade capital solutions for global funds and companies ready to scale. Our edge lies in senior-level expertise, institutional relationships, and a platform purpose-built for efficient private placements.
You?
4.7
/ 5
57+ Happy clients
Niclas Schlopsna
Managing Partner
Services start at
$3,000
See Pricing
You?
4.7
/ 5
57+ Happy clients
/ service
spectupX delivers institutional-grade capital solutions for global funds and companies ready to scale. Our edge lies in senior-level expertise, institutional relationships, and a platform purpose-built for efficient private placements.
You?
4.7
/ 5
57+ Happy clients
Niclas Schlopsna
Managing Partner
Services start at
$3,000
See Pricing
You?
4.7
/ 5
57+ Happy clients
Read Testimonials
Read Testimonials
Read Testimonials
[01]
The Problem
[01]
The Problem
Capital raises stall when mandates lack targeted outreach, relevant connections, or compelling positioning. Most private placement processes yield slow closes and missed matches.
[01]
The Problem
Capital raises stall when mandates lack targeted outreach, relevant connections, or compelling positioning. Most private placement processes yield slow closes and missed matches.
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Avg. time to close in a month
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Avg. time to close in a month
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Avg. time to close in a month
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Of mandates never reached desired investor profiles
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Of mandates never reached desired investor profiles
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Of mandates never reached desired investor profiles
$B
In missed capital annually due to process inefficiency
$B
In missed capital annually due to process inefficiency
$B
In missed capital annually due to process inefficiency
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Our Approach
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Our Approach
spectupX decodes the institutional landscape. We connect your opportunity with high-caliber investors who invest $50M and up. Our outreach, prep, and targeting mean you skip the noise and land in the right rooms.
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Our Approach
spectupX decodes the institutional landscape. We connect your opportunity with high-caliber investors who invest $50M and up. Our outreach, prep, and targeting mean you skip the noise and land in the right rooms.
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$150B+
in deal experience
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$950M
raised for clients globally
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200+
investor partners
[04]
5-8
Avg. months to close
[01]
$150B+
in deal experience
[02]
$950M
raised for clients globally
[02]
200+
investor partners
[04]
5-8
Avg. months to close
[01]
$150B+
in deal experience
[02]
$950M
raised for clients globally
[02]
200+
investor partners
[04]
5-8
Avg. months to close
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Global Player
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Global Player
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Global Player
Built for global players
Each part of our process builds on the last. The strategy defines direction, readiness builds credibility, and matchmaking drives conversations. Together, they create momentum that attracts investors instead of chasing them. We keep the process disciplined, measurable, and fast, so every interaction turns into progress.
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General Partners
Fund managers in private equity, venture capital, hedge, and real estate funds.We help accelerate fundraising and expand LP access through targeted private placement outreach.
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General Partners
Fund managers in private equity, venture capital, hedge, and real estate funds.We help accelerate fundraising and expand LP access through targeted private placement outreach.
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General Partners
Fund managers in private equity, venture capital, hedge, and real estate funds.We help accelerate fundraising and expand LP access through targeted private placement outreach.
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Private Companies
Growth-focused private companies seeking expansion capital or recapitalization. We connect ambitious businesses with the right institutional investors, efficiently and directly.
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Private Companies
Growth-focused private companies seeking expansion capital or recapitalization. We connect ambitious businesses with the right institutional investors, efficiently and directly.
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Private Companies
Growth-focused private companies seeking expansion capital or recapitalization. We connect ambitious businesses with the right institutional investors, efficiently and directly.
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Public Companies
We assist publicly-listed companies in raising capital through private placements and PIPEs supporting expansion, M&A, and balance sheet initiatives. We provide curated investor introductions and hands-on guidance throughout the transaction.
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Public Companies
We assist publicly-listed companies in raising capital through private placements and PIPEs supporting expansion, M&A, and balance sheet initiatives. We provide curated investor introductions and hands-on guidance throughout the transaction.
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Public Companies
We assist publicly-listed companies in raising capital through private placements and PIPEs supporting expansion, M&A, and balance sheet initiatives. We provide curated investor introductions and hands-on guidance throughout the transaction.
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Complete Support
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Complete Support
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Complete Support
Full-spectrum private placement support
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CAPITAL
Valuation Advisory
Valuation Advisory
Capital Raising Strategy
Capital Raising Strategy
Preparation of Offering Materials
Preparation of Offering Materials
Investor Targeting & Outreach
Investor Targeting & Outreach
Transaction Support & Closing
Transaction Support & Closing
Spectup starts with defensible market benchmarking. Our specialists model your asset’s value to set the terms for success.
Spectup starts with defensible market benchmarking. Our specialists model your asset’s value to set the terms for success.
Spectup starts with defensible market benchmarking. Our specialists model your asset’s value to set the terms for success.
We define the right size, investor profile, and structure. From equity and debt to hybrids, built for your objectives.
We define the right size, investor profile, and structure. From equity and debt to hybrids, built for your objectives.
We define the right size, investor profile, and structure. From equity and debt to hybrids, built for your objectives.
Meticulous drafting and review of PPMs, decks, term sheets, and models. Materials engineered for engagement, clarity, and superior diligence.
Meticulous drafting and review of PPMs, decks, term sheets, and models. Materials engineered for engagement, clarity, and superior diligence.
Meticulous drafting and review of PPMs, decks, term sheets, and models. Materials engineered for engagement, clarity, and superior diligence.
We connect mandates with LPs, pension funds, family offices, and more. Outreach spans warm introductions plus proprietary, tech-driven sourcing based on real-time investor signals, maximizing both quality and quantity of meetings.
We connect mandates with LPs, pension funds, family offices, and more. Outreach spans warm introductions plus proprietary, tech-driven sourcing based on real-time investor signals, maximizing both quality and quantity of meetings.
We connect mandates with LPs, pension funds, family offices, and more. Outreach spans warm introductions plus proprietary, tech-driven sourcing based on real-time investor signals, maximizing both quality and quantity of meetings.
From initial interest to final negotiation, we coordinate calls, respond to diligence requests, and enable your team to focus solely on the closing dialogue.
From initial interest to final negotiation, we coordinate calls, respond to diligence requests, and enable your team to focus solely on the closing dialogue.
From initial interest to final negotiation, we coordinate calls, respond to diligence requests, and enable your team to focus solely on the closing dialogue.
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Networks
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Networks
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Networks
A private network. Powerful impact.
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Family Offices from the US, Europe, Middle East
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Transition
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Transition
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Transition
Full-spectrum private placement support
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FUNDS
Public Companies
Public Companies
Private Companies
Private Companies
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STATICS
[2025]
Fund
Fund
Fund
$30M
Capital raised
[2025]
Fund
Fund
Fund
$30M
Capital raised
[2025]
Fund
Fund
Fund
$30M
Capital raised
[2025]
Fund
Fund
Fund
$30M
Capital raised
[2025]
Fund
Fund
Fund
$30M
Capital raised
[2025]
Fund
Fund
Fund
$30M
Capital raised
[2025]
Fund
Fund
Fund
$30M
Capital raised
[2025]
Fund
Fund
Fund
$30M
Capital raised
[2025]
Fund
Fund
Fund
$30M
Capital raised
[2025]
Fund
Fund
Fund
$30M
Capital raised
[2025]
Fund
Fund
Fund
$30M
Capital raised
[2025]
Fund
Fund
Fund
$30M
Capital raised
[2025]
Fund
Fund
Fund
$30M
Capital raised
[2025]
Fund
Fund
Fund
$30M
Capital raised
[2025]
Fund
Fund
Fund
$30M
Capital raised
[2025]
Fund
Fund
Fund
$30M
Capital raised
[2025]
Fund
Fund
Fund
$30M
Capital raised
[2025]
Fund
Fund
Fund
$30M
Capital raised
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Our Experts
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Our Experts
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Our Experts
Expert private placement agents
Exited Founder. Private equity professional. Ex-Barclays. Architect of smart outbound engines for growth. From building proprietary deal origination systems to putting together strategic private placement campaigns, Edwin knows how to design, scale, and close high-impact opportunities for ambitious organizations.
Edwin Mik
Partner & Head of Investor Relations
Exited Founder. Private equity professional. Ex-Barclays. Architect of smart outbound engines for growth. From building proprietary deal origination systems to putting together strategic private placement campaigns, Edwin knows how to design, scale, and close high-impact opportunities for ambitious organizations.
Edwin Mik
Partner & Head of Investor Relations
Exited Founder. Private equity professional. Ex-Barclays. Architect of smart outbound engines for growth. From building proprietary deal origination systems to putting together strategic private placement campaigns, Edwin knows how to design, scale, and close high-impact opportunities for ambitious organizations.
Edwin Mik
Partner & Head of Investor Relations
Seasoned professionals, strategic advisors, and sector experts.
Together, we bring the network and experience private placement mandates demand.
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How outreach works
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How outreach works
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How outreach works
Where human networks meet technology
Tired of slow, opaque investment banking? So are we. spectup’s outreach isn’t trapped in legacy networks or manual pitches. We combine trusted relationships with technology that moves as fast as the market: putting your mandate in front of real decision-makers, right when it matters.
Network-Driven
Years of experience yield warm introductions to LPs, pension funds, and family offices. We leverage relationships built on trust for direct, effective meetings.
Technology-Powered
Our in-house outreach platform monitors signals and leverages data to reach new investors at the right moment, with the right message, maximizing response and engagement.
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Senior-Lead Process
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Senior-Lead Process
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Senior-Lead Process
A proven, senior-led process that keeps mandates moving swiftly, from first contact to transaction close.
[STEPS]
Strategy & Mandate
Align raise goals, investor profile, and ideal transaction structure.
01
/05
Valuation & Positioning
Benchmark market value and craft the investor narrative.
02
/05
Investor Materials
Develop investor-grade decks, PPMs, and terms for due diligence.
03
/05
Outreach & Engage
Leverage our network and tech for direct, signal-driven investor meetings.
04
/05
Negotiation & Closing
Facilitate calls, term negotiations, and documentation, supporting you through final close.
05
/05
[STEPS]
Strategy & Mandate
Align raise goals, investor profile, and ideal transaction structure.
01
/05
Valuation & Positioning
Benchmark market value and craft the investor narrative.
02
/05
Investor Materials
Develop investor-grade decks, PPMs, and terms for due diligence.
03
/05
Outreach & Engage
Leverage our network and tech for direct, signal-driven investor meetings.
04
/05
Negotiation & Closing
Facilitate calls, term negotiations, and documentation, supporting you through final close.
05
/05
[STEPS]
Strategy & Mandate
Align raise goals, investor profile, and ideal transaction structure.
01
/05
Valuation & Positioning
Benchmark market value and craft the investor narrative.
02
/05
Investor Materials
Develop investor-grade decks, PPMs, and terms for due diligence.
03
/05
Outreach & Engage
Leverage our network and tech for direct, signal-driven investor meetings.
04
/05
Negotiation & Closing
Facilitate calls, term negotiations, and documentation, supporting you through final close.
05
/05
We invest talent, experience, and capital to grow our clients, shareholders, and communities – and build a more resilient future.
Independent Placement Agent
Spectup represent’s your interests alone and have no product conflicts.
Transaction Experience
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
$B+
Deep record across private equity, venture, real estate, and listed company mandates
$B+
Deep record across private equity, venture, real estate, and listed company mandates
$B+
Deep record across private equity, venture, real estate, and listed company mandates
Institutional Investor Partners
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Direct access to pension funds, family offices, endowments, and large asset managers.
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Direct access to pension funds, family offices, endowments, and large asset managers.
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Direct access to pension funds, family offices, endowments, and large asset managers.
Minimum Ticket Size
M+
Mandates built for institutional-scale deals and strategic placements.
M+
Mandates built for institutional-scale deals and strategic placements.
M+
Mandates built for institutional-scale deals and strategic placements.
Global Reach
From the US, Europe to Middle East.
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Answers
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Answers
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Answers
FAQ
Everything else you're wondering.
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Niclas Schlopsna
Partner & CEO
Niclas Schlopsna
Partner & CEO
Niclas Schlopsna
Partner & CEO
We work with general partners in private equity, venture, hedge, and real estate, as well as public and private companies pursuing institutional-scale placements.
Mandates typically start at $50M+ to ensure fit and impact for institutional investors.
Pricing is transparent: a monthly retainer covers project management and outreach, and a capped success fee is charged on capital raised, fully aligned to results.
All investor outreach combines our direct institutional network with proprietary outreach technology. We focus on meaningful introductions with senior decision-makers at LPs, pension funds, and family offices.
Yes. We are a fully independent private placement agent. No ties to products, funds, or bank conflicts. Our loyalty is solely to the client mandate.
Our team guides every step: mandate definition, positioning, material preparation, investor meetings, and negotiation—all with senior operator attention.
spectup operates under chaperoning agreement with Finalis Securities LLC, which is a member of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) and the Securities Investor Protection Corporation (SIPC), and is registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). spectup is not a registered broker-dealer, and Finalis Securities LLC and spectup are separate, unaffiliated entities.
We routinely execute mandates across North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, managing complex regulatory and cross-border requirements.
All mandates are protected under NDA, with strictly controlled information flows and senior oversight to ensure confidentiality and transaction integrity.
We work with general partners in private equity, venture, hedge, and real estate, as well as public and private companies pursuing institutional-scale placements.
Mandates typically start at $50M+ to ensure fit and impact for institutional investors.
Pricing is transparent: a monthly retainer covers project management and outreach, and a capped success fee is charged on capital raised, fully aligned to results.
All investor outreach combines our direct institutional network with proprietary outreach technology. We focus on meaningful introductions with senior decision-makers at LPs, pension funds, and family offices.
Yes. We are a fully independent private placement agent. No ties to products, funds, or bank conflicts. Our loyalty is solely to the client mandate.
Our team guides every step: mandate definition, positioning, material preparation, investor meetings, and negotiation—all with senior operator attention.
spectup operates under chaperoning agreement with Finalis Securities LLC, which is a member of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) and the Securities Investor Protection Corporation (SIPC), and is registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). spectup is not a registered broker-dealer, and Finalis Securities LLC and spectup are separate, unaffiliated entities.
We routinely execute mandates across North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, managing complex regulatory and cross-border requirements.
All mandates are protected under NDA, with strictly controlled information flows and senior oversight to ensure confidentiality and transaction integrity.