Brightstar

A boutique investment banking firm providing high-end, customized advisory services to growth-stage and pre-IPO companies.

We specialize in U.S. capital markets, cross-border investment, and domestic and international financing. With a boutique model and senior-level involvement, Brightstar partners closely with founders, management teams, and institutional investors to deliver tailored strategies, disciplined execution, and long-term value creation.
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Our Foundation

Core Principles

Boutique-focused, client-first approach
Deep expertise in U.S. capital markets
Strong cross-border execution capabilities
High standards of professionalism, discretion, and compliance

Service Excellence

U.S. IPO Advisory & Listing Services

U.S. capital market pathway planning (NASDAQ / NYSE / OTC)
IPO feasibility assessment and corporate restructuring (Red-chip, VIE, offshore structures)
Coordination with investment banks, law firms, auditors, and other intermediaries
Pre-IPO compliance, financial standardization, and internal control advisory
End-to-end advisory services for IPO and De-SPAC listings

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Cross-Border Investment Advisory

M&A Advisory

Domestic and cross-border M&A and strategic investment advisory

Transaction Structuring

Structuring of cross-border equity and asset transactions

Due Diligence

Overseas project sourcing, due diligence, and valuation analysis

Investment Advisory

Advisory for inbound foreign investment and outbound investment

Compliance Support

Regulatory, foreign exchange, and compliance advisory support

Domestic & International Financing

Equity Financing

Angel, Venture Capital, Private Equity, Pre-IPO

Private Placements

Domestic and offshore private placements and strategic investment introduction

Structured Solutions

Offshore bonds, convertible bonds, and structured financing solutions

Execution Support

Financing structure design, investor matching, and negotiation support

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Value-Added Advisory Services

Corporate strategy and long-term capital planning
M&A restructuring and asset securitization advisory
Family office and high-net-worth investment advisory
Public company market value management and follow-on financing
Industry research and customized investment banking solutions

Leadership

Our Team | Partners

Angela He | Managing Partner

Ms. Angela He is a Managing Partner of the firm, with extensive experience in capital markets and corporate finance. She leads the firm’s strategic planning, transaction execution, and senior client relationships, with a focus on private financing and pre-IPO advisory for high-growth companies.

She has worked with clients across emerging technology, advanced manufacturing, and consumer sectors, and is recognized for her disciplined execution, sound judgment, and long-term, partnership-driven approach to investment banking.

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Leo Zhang | Senior Partner

Leo Zhang brings extensive experience in investment banking, mergers and acquisitions, and cross-border capital markets. He holds an MBA from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and a Master’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Groningen, Netherlands.

Prior to joining Brightstar, Leo worked at ABN AMRO Bank (Headquarters), Accenture, and China Jianyin Investment Ltd. He has participated in numerous transactions across semiconductors, advanced manufacturing, logistics, energy, and technology sectors, including NXP Semiconductors, ProLogium, and multiple U.S.-listed company projects.

Leo is highly experienced in U.S. capital markets and IPO-related advisory, with a strong focus on transaction execution and strategic positioning.

Sean Hu | Senior Partner

Sean Hu specializes in U.S. capital markets, cross-border investment and financial advisory. He holds an MBA from Columbia University and is a U.S. Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

Sean previously worked at Wells Fargo and PwC. He has participated in multiple U.S. IPO and SPAC listings across A.I., Energy, Smart Manufacturing, and Agriculture sectors. He also has strong experience in fundraising, investment structuring, and SEC / PCAOB regulatory compliance.

Alex Chen | Partner

Alex Chen focuses on growth-stage financing, private equity advisory, and strategic investment transactions. He has advised companies across technology, consumer, and industrial sectors on capital raising, investor positioning, and long-term capital strategy.

David Wang | Partner

David Wang specializes in cross-border M&A and corporate restructuring. He works closely with founders and management teams on transaction structuring, execution, and post-transaction integration across domestic and international markets.

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Track Record

Selected Experience

Capital Market Advisory — Cloud Services & Digital Education

Advisory engagement with a cloud services and digital education enterprise focused on U.S. capital market positioning.

The engagement included U.S. capital market strategy formulation, listing pathway assessment, and execution coordination to support long-term public market readiness.

IPO Advisory — Modern Agriculture

Advisory support for a publicly listed agricultural enterprise operating with modern agricultural technology and standardized operational systems.

The scope of work covered IPO structuring, capital market strategy, and listing execution support, enabling sustainable growth and long-term value creation in the public markets.

Strategic Financing Advisory — Automotive Sector

Strategic financing and capital structure advisory for an automotive enterprise supporting business expansion initiatives.

Our work focused on financing strategy design, capital structure planning, and alignment with long-term corporate growth objectives.

Pre-IPO Advisory — Automotive Aftermarket

Pre-IPO advisory engagement with a company in the automotive aftermarket sector.

The engagement included pre-IPO planning, capital structure optimization, and strategic investment advisory.

Transaction details and client identities are subject to confidentiality agreements and are available upon request.

Why Brightstar

Boutique investment banking model with senior-level involvement
Highly customized solutions tailored to each client
Strong execution in complex cross-border transactions
Deep understanding of founders’ and management teams’ needs
Long-term partnership mindset

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Brightstar welcomes confidential discussions regarding IPO planning, financing, and strategic advisory services.

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