Managing Partner

Laurens Ahlring

Professionally

Laurens Ahlring is managing partner and co-founder of pala Corporate Finance. With over eight years of experience in corporate finance and M&A consulting, he has successfully supported numerous transactions for medium-sized companies and start-ups. Positions at renowned consulting firms such as Rödl & Partner and FERBER & CO. have significantly shaped his practical, entrepreneurial approach to consulting.

Before founding pala, Laurens advised entrepreneurs and investors on company sales, acquisitions, and financing. Through his work at a multi-family office, he also has in-depth knowledge of asset management and actively incorporates this perspective into his consulting services. He supports his clients throughout the entire transaction process—from preparation and strategic positioning to negotiation and final implementation. He attaches particular importance to efficiency, transparency, and economic goal orientation, especially when working with entrepreneurs, family offices, and investors.


Private

In addition to his consulting work, Laurens volunteers on the Business Development Committee of the Hamburg Chamber of Commerce and, together with Hamburg's Junior Chamber, organizes Hamburg's largest start-up competition, GründerGeist. As an active business angel, he also brings entrepreneurial experience and a strong network to his work with growth companies.

Laurens is a family man and enjoys spending his free time with his family hiking in nature or using his free time specifically for relaxation and inspiration. He plays golf regularly, participates in endurance sports, and is interested in art.