Iris Ernst, new Partner in Crowe Croatia

Iris brings more than two decades of experience in M&A transactional services, with expertise in the areas of due diligence, SPA advisory, restructuring and post-deal integration.

During her career, Iris has participated in and led more than 300 due diligence projects on both buy-side and sell-side across Croatia, the wider CEE region, Central Asia, Russia, and the Caucasus, for both PE and strategic buyers, with deal values of up to US$2.4 billion.

"I look forward to the opportunity to contribute to the further development of our Deal Advisory practice locally as well as within the Crowe Group. I believe that there is a huge potential for market growth and development, and I look forward to working with our clients and partners," emphasizes Ernst.

Reno Budić, Managing Partner of Crowe Croatia: "Iris' extensive knowledge and experience in M&A transactions will be a key factor in the further expansion of our business in this area. I am sure that her arrival will further strengthen our position in the market."