Team

Philippe Pilo

COO

Philippe serves as Chief Operating Officer at OAKLAND PARTNERS, bringing entrepreneurial rigor and strategic insight to the firm’s Investment Banking Services. With extensive experience in digital commerce and operational scaling, Philippe supports M&A, private placements, debt financing, and strategic advisory services with a deep understanding of client dynamics in fast-evolving sectors.

An accomplished leader, Philippe has founded and managed five companies across e-commerce, IT, and digital communication, including the successful launch and growth of Toolsport, an e-commerce enterprise that scaled to €20M revenue with a team of 40. This track record equips Philippe with unique expertise in understanding client businesses from a foundational level, adding value to each investment and growth strategy.

At OAKLAND PARTNERS, Philippe applies this operational expertise to optimize transaction efficiency, drive client-focused innovation, and support companies in achieving sustainable growth and market impact. With a nuanced grasp of digital and operational transformation, he plays a pivotal role in identifying strategic opportunities and optimizing value for clients across sectors.

Fluent in French and English, Philippe holds a Master’s in Economics from Université de Paris I, enhancing his strategic contributions with a blend of analytical and entrepreneurial insight, ideal for advancing OAKLAND PARTNERS’s presence in the investment banking landscape.