Trusted Partner in Complex Restructurings, Turnarounds and Special Situations.

WHO WE ARE

We understand doing business involves taking risks. And that sometimes things do not go as planned. Whether you are an enterprise facing a downturn and struggling to service your debt obligations or a financial institution seeing its credit recovery at stake, these are pivotal moments that demand decisive action.

Efficient capital allocation underpins wealth creation — and when circumstances change, borrowers and lenders must sit together and problem solve.

That’s where we come in.

From crisis to stability, we guide businesses and financial institutions through critical inflection points. True to our belief that complexity can be navigated with pace, clarity, commitment, and results, without compromising on empathy and common sense.

Hands-on, discreet, and aligned — we act as true partners, not just advisors. Focused on preserving value, restoring confidence, and driving outcomes in the best interest of all parties involved.


  • Managing Director

    Debt Advisory | Credit Risk, Restructuring & Corporate Turnarounds | EMEA

Giovanni Patricelli has c.20 years of experience in Banking and Financial Services across Asia and EMEA, with a career centred on managing complex financial situations within cross-cultural environments.

He has held senior roles in Investment Banking within a major EU bank and Restructuring Advisory at a prominent US consulting firm. He brings a deep understanding of Debt Advisory, Credit Origination, Restructuring, Debt Capital Markets and Private Credit, across the full finance lifecycle —from underwriting loans to sourcing debt investors and managing complex financial optimisations.

Giovanni’s credentials in Restructuring span a broad range of industries. He has experience with in-court and off-court negotiations, business plan and capital structure review, sourcing new money, debt/equity conversions, distressed financing and exit strategies via secondary and M&A.

Giovanni has additional experience in Debt Capital Markets as a former Director of investment banking, in charge of origination and execution of high-yield bonds and private debt for sponsors and corporates, including ESG constructs.

Over the past 4 years, Giovanni has also provided strategic counsel to financial and political institutions on pressing macroeconomic issues, including credit risk in the UK energy sector and the conflict in Ukraine. He has contributed to Il Sole 24 Ore on Private Credit and chaired the South European panel at Debtwire’s EMEA Private Credit Conference in 2024.

Giovanni thrives in diverse international environments. He is fluent in Italian and English with conversational Spanish and French and basic Mandarin Chinese. He is a Member of Mensa International and has passed the CFA Level I exam.

WHAT WE STAND FOR

One Italian word. Two meanings.

ARCO, as in ‘arch’ — a structure built on balance through ingenuity. Its strength comes from a single keystone, holding weight through thoughtful design, not force.


It stands as a symbol of stability under pressure — not through aggression, but intent. A quiet form of resilience, achieved through creative intelligence and sound judgment.

ARCO, as in ‘bow’ — engineered to release energy with purpose. The arrow hits the target, but it’s the bow that creates momentum.


It represents drive over stall, clarity in the face of confusion. It stands for discipline, decisive action, and outcomes that land.

HOW WE OPERATE

We believe pace to be at the core of our modus operandi. Crisis builds up slowly but strikes fast, and by the time it’s confronted, time is often the one thing in short supply. Our approach is focused and decisive as we aim to stabilize the situation quickly and create space for long-term action.

Accelerated

We are fixers at heart. We thrive in challenge and have built a profession around problem solving. We add value by reducing entropy — bringing structure and momentum when pressure is highest. Our approach is grounded in rigorous analysis and sound situational judgment.

Restructuring

We respect that every party has something to protect. In high-stakes situations, we build consensus. We understand stakeholders may have different agendas, but want the same thing: a workable deal. We concentrate on what moves the process forward — and leave the rest behind.

Constructive

We measure success by what gets done. Intent means little without execution. We cut through noise, define priorities, and push relentlessly toward tangible results. Our focus is on lasting agreements — forged through insight, empathy, and disciplined execution.

Outcome