Strategic finance team, on demand.

We support founders on their business journey from takeoff to new heights,
structuring complex deals and providing CFO-level support.
We support founders on their business journey, structuring complex deals and providing CFO-level support.
Fundraising support
Fractional CFO services
B2B sales deal support
Financial models & investor decks

Deal Advisory

We help structure,
negotiate and close deals

From deal logic to numbers and presentations — we turn vision into a clear business case and build everything needed to win investors, clients, and markets.

Business Case Development

01.

Business Case Development

Ideas and slides don’t sell. Well-crafted business cases do. So we help founders and teams develop them from the ground up. We clarify assumptions, evaluate options,  define the economics and expected outcomes.
The main goal is to determine whether a project is a go or no-go. And if it’s not yet ready, we help redirect it toward a viable path so it has a good chance to succeed.
Market research
Competition & trends analysis
Value proposition options
Go-to-market strategy
Revenue and pricing models
Deal structuring

Financial Modeling

02.

Financial Modeling

This is where ideas, assumptions, and market data are translated into a structured financial projections that shows how a business or investment project actually performs.
Whether it’s growth planning, deal structuring, or investment preparation, financial modeling provides the clarity to move forward backed by numbers, not intuition. For you, your partners, and investors.
Revenue & costs projections
Profitability & returns
Unit economics
Scenario analysis
Capital needs & runway
DCF / NPV
Business valuation

Investor & Commercial Decks

03.

Investor and Commercial Decks

When the business case is ready and validated by the financial model, it’s time to package your story. We align with your objectives, shape the narrative, and create visuals that help drive negotiations forward.
With hundreds of decks behind us, we know how to make your business investable and your commercial offer compelling.
Investor proposals
Startup pitch decks
Commercial offers
Teasers & one-pagers
Valuation opinions
Internal / Board presentations

Our selected cases

Discover how our advisory services
drive successful deals for businesses.
001.
Wholesale clothing retailer
Helped a new venture to raise investments
We supported an apparel company in securing $2.5M in mezzanine investment by delivering materials that ensured successful deal closure.
Financial model
Investor deck
002.
IT analytics platform
Supported a commercial deal with one of the largest CIS banks
Developed deal-structuring options and crafted a presentation that helped Marketvision.app close a service agreement with a top-20 CIS bank.
Business case
Commercial offer
003.
Private labels solution provider
Assisted in securing purpose-specific bank financing
We helped a non-food private label operator secure a $5M+ working capital facility by linking financing to its exclusive contract with a major retailer, significantly lowering the bank’s risk.
Business case
Company presentation
004.
Healthy food producer
Validated product economics for market launch
Developed a financial model for the "LES" oatmeal brand, defining market success conditions to support data-driven decisions and effective negotiations with suppliers and retailers.
Financial model
Negotiation strategy
005.
B2B consumer goods operator
Supported capital raising through digital financial assets
We crafted compelling investor deck that supported two successful capital raises — $2.5M and $2M — on Alfa Bank’s digital asset platform in just three months.
Investor deck
006.
Supply chain services company
Boosted client agreements through tailored company materials
Developed a compelling presentation for Garline company (transporting 700+ containers annually), highlighting its strengths and helping secure multiple new contracts.
Company presentation
007.
Digital wine platform
Helped secure angel investments for AI startup
Crafted an investor-ready pitch deck for Asterfox AI Sommelier, highlighting product vision, market opportunity, and growth potential. Backed by unit economics, it helped raise seed angel investments.
Unit economics
Startup pitch deck
008.
FinTech startup
Supported product launch and monetisation strategy
Developed a comprehensive financial model for a FinTech product launch on web and mobile, covering B2B monetization, B2C subscriptions, and ROAS benchmarks to ensure scalable growth.
Unit economics
Product pricing strategy
Financial model

Fractional CFO

Gain transparency. Gain control. Top-tier CFO without a full-time hire.

We review your current setup, define the financial architecture, integrate the tools, and ensure your systems support decision-making.

Strategic Financial Guidance

Gain clear financial direction with expert guidance to support decisions and long-term growth.
financial direction and priorities
decision support for founders
growth and scaling planning
capital strategy and fundraising support

Cash Flow Forecasting

Predict cash positions, identify shortfalls, and plan strategically to keep your business financially agile.
scenario-based cash flow projections
cash runway and potential shortfalls
working capital optimization
daily payment calendar

Financial Planning & Analysis

Gain a clear understanding of your financial performance with actionable insights to guide strategic growth.
business budgeting and forecasting
plan vs. actual variance analysis
comprehensive profitability analysis
performance trends and risk insights

Management Reporting

Clear dashboards and reports that highlight metrics, monitor progress, and support stakeholder communication.
professional investor-ready reports
clear visualizations and insights
tailored dashboards and KPI tracking
monthly and quarterly reporting cycles

AVI8 vs other CFO options

More reliable, more flexible, more professional.
Executive-level CFO expertise at a fraction of the cost.
More reliable, flexible, a professional. Executive-level CFO expertise at a fraction of the cost.
Title
Senior CFO-level expertise
Strategic decision support
Cost-efficient
Consistent availability
Fast onboarding
Vendor / partner network
Scales with business growth
AVI8
In-house CFO
Depends on hire
Freelance CFO
Varies widely
AVI8
In-house CFO
Freelance CFO
Senior level expertise
Depends on hire
Expertise varies
Strategic support
Strategic support
Lower cost
Lower cost
Consistent availability
Consistent availability
Fast onboarding
Fast onboarding
Partner network
Scales with business
Scales with business

About

Your dedicated team supporting deals, growth, and clarity

Experienced professionals bringing together finance expertise, sharp analysis, and deal-making insight.
Alex Simanchev

Alex Simanchev

CEO
Finance pro with 15+ years in corporate finance and management, blending hands-on CFO experience with expertise in financial modeling, valuation, and capital structuring.
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Irina Poliakova

Irina Poliakova

Managing Director
Finance leader with a decade of experience at the intersection of finance, tech, and investments. Expert in financial strategy and automation. Stanford LEAD GSB 2024-26.
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Alexandra Vertlyugina

Alexandra Vertlyugina

Senior Partner, Advisory
Finance and deal advisory expert in corporate finance, M&A, and strategic investments, with 
a proven track record in structuring complex deals and leading capital projects.
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Alex Simanchev

CEO
Finance pro with 15+ years in corporate finance and management, blending hands-on CFO experience with expertise in financial modeling, valuation, and capital structuring.

Irina Poliakova

Managing Director
Finance leader with a decade of experience at the intersection of finance, tech, and investments. Expert in financial strategy and automation. Stanford LEAD GSB 2024-26.

Alexandra Vertlyugina

Senior Partner, Advisory
Finance and deal advisory expert in corporate finance, M&A, and strategic investments, with 
a proven track record in structuring complex deals and leading capital projects.
Our leadership team is supported by a broader group of senior professionals with experience across finance, technology, and corporate sectors:

Pricing

Finance that scales with you

Monthly deal guidance and strategic CFO support, or tailored project-based deliverables.

Lite

€990
/
month
Perfect for early-stage businesses
needing occasional expert guidance.
5 hours CFO support
Expertise available:
business case development
capital and funding advisory
financial architecture audit
tools integration support
strategic finance and planning
performance review
Start with Lite
Start with Lite
Start with Lite

Enterprise

Upon Request
Tailored leadership for established companies or complex projects.
flexible / custom hours
Expertise available:
business case development
capital and funding advisory
financial architecture audit
tools integration support
strategic finance and planning
performance review
Contact sales
Contact sales
Contact sales

Financial Model

from
€5900
We develop financial models built for negotiations, decisions, and capital discussions. From unit economics to cash flow, funding structure, and valuation.
revenue, cost, and cash flow logic
P&L, CF, and Balance Sheet statements
capital structure and funding impact
scenario and sensitivity analysis
key metrics dashboard
Start a project
Start a project
Start a project

Investor or Commercial Deck

from
€2400
We craft presentations that sell ideas, persuade investors, and close deals. Whether for traditional businesses, startups or complex investment projects.
10-20 slides
story structure, copy, custom design
2 rounds of revisions
average turnaround: 2 weeks
fully editable source files
Start a project
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Start a project

CFO Support Plans

Finance Support
business case development
capital and funding advisory
financial architecture audit
tools integration support
strategic finance and planning
performance review

Lite

€990
/
month
Perfect for early-stage businesses
needing occasional expert guidance.
5 hours CFO support
Start with Lite
Start with Lite
Start with Lite

Scale

€2990
/
month
For growing businesses requiring consistent, regular support.
20 hours CFO support
Start with Scale
Start with Scale
Start with Scale

Enterprise

Upon Request
Tailored leadership for established companies or complex projects.
flexible / custom hours
Expertise available:
business case development
capital and funding advisory
financial architecture audit
tools integration support
strategic finance and planning
performance review
Contact sales
Contact sales
Contact sales

Project-based Services

Financial Models & Decks

Enterprise

Upon Request
Tailored leadership for established companies or complex projects.
flexible / custom hours
Expertise available:
business case development
capital and funding advisory
financial architecture audit
tools integration support
strategic finance and planning
performance review
Contact sales
Contact sales
Contact sales

Financial Model

from
€5900
We develop financial models built for negotiations, decisions, and capital discussions. From unit economics to cash flow, funding structure, and valuation.
revenue, cost, and cash flow logic
P&L, CF, and Balance Sheet statements
capital structure and funding impact
scenario and sensitivity analysis
key metrics dashboard
Start a project
Start a project
Start a project

Investor or
Commercial Deck

from
€2400
We craft presentations that sell ideas, persuade investors, and close deals. Whether for traditional businesses, startups or complex investment projects.
10-20 slides
story structure, copy, custom design
2 rounds of revisions
average turnaround: 2 weeks
fully editable source files
Start a project
Start a project
Start a project

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