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10 April 2025

Lewis Silkin Advised Koto On Its Investment From WestBridge

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We have advised Koto on its investment from WestBridge to accelerate global growth in brand and digital innovation.
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We have advised Koto on its investment from WestBridge to accelerate global growth in brand and digital innovation.

Global creative company, Koto, has announced a strategic investment from private equity firm, WestBridge. The investment expands Koto's shareholder base beyond the founders in recognition of the broader leadership that has shaped the company's growth into five global locations.

Our team was co-led by Partners Karish Andrews and Jo Evans with support from Matthew Rowbotham, Kathy Granby, Joe Lythgoe, Leah Glover, Ayesha Chanda, Sophie Massing, Michael Birchall, Victoria Barry and Aimee White.

Commenting on the deal, Corporate Partner, Karish Andrews, said:

"It was such a pleasure working with James, Caroline, Jowey and Nick on this important milestone for Koto. The transaction was right in our sweet spot, acting for a fast growing international creative business taking on private equity investment. Koto's journey over the last decade has been nothing short of extraordinary and we can't wait to see what the next few years have in store. Our huge congratulations to everyone involved."

Commenting on working with Lewis Silkin on the transaction,

James Greenfield, CEO, said: "Lewis Silkin came highly recommended—and we quickly saw why. They were an essential part of the team, guiding me and the Koto leadership through this exciting next step."

Caroline Matthews, COO, said: "The whole team at Lewis Silkin have worked tirelessly throughout this process. They have been a trusted partner working on behalf of Koto and the founders, helping us shape the future of the business."

Jowey Roden, CCO, said: "At Koto we practice excellence culture, when engaging advisors it's critical they have a similar outlook. Karish, and Lewis Silkin demonstrated excellence at every turn, and were an incredible partner throughout the deal."

Contributor

We have two things at our core: people – both ours and yours - and a focus on creativity, technology and innovation. Whether you are a fast growth start up or a large multinational business, we help you realise the potential in your people and navigate your strategic HR and legal issues, both nationally and internationally. Our award-winning employment team is one of the largest in the UK, with dedicated specialists in all areas of employment law and a track record of leading precedent setting cases on issues of the day. The team’s breadth of expertise is unrivalled and includes HR consultants as well as experts across specialisms including employment, immigration, data, tax and reward, health and safety, reputation management, dispute resolution, corporate and workplace environment.

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