Fast-growing international advisory firm Interpath is continuing its expansion here and internationally, including the launch of a dedicated Renewable Energy practice in Ireland with the appointment of Gary Borland.
Gary joins Interpath after more than 20 years with KPMG where he specialised in M&A and fundraising in the renewable energy sector across the UK and Ireland, delivering a range of projects including wind and renewable gas. A member of Hydrogen Northern Ireland and the Renewables Northern Ireland Small Scale Wind Committee, Gary started his career in corporate restructuring before moving into corporate finance advisory.
Alongside his sector role, Gary will work with the rest of the management team to expand Interpath’s Advisory offering in Northern Ireland creating a cross-border service proposition with a particular focus on corporate finance, value creation, financial due diligence, and debt advisory.
The appointment comes as Interpath continues to make notable senior hires in Ireland, such as Debt Advisory Director Clara Coakley who joined from Goldman Sachs and debt and capital advisory specialist John Doddy who is set to start in late 2025.
Paul Hough, Head of Advisory at Interpath in Ireland, said: “We continue to invest in building expert teams with exceptional talent to deliver bespoke solutions for our clients. Gary shares our entrepreneurial mindset and passion for building long-term, trusted relationships. As renewable energy is ever more tightly woven into the fabric of our economy, from data centres to diversifying income for farmers in the agri-food sector, our Renewable Energy practice will be there to support clients through their journey.”
Commenting on his appointment, Gary Borland, said: “With only five years to 2030, we’re amidst the energy transition and racing to build and fund the renewable energy infrastructure needed to match decarbonisation objectives across the island of Ireland. I’ll be working with organisations ranging from developers and contractors to asset managers and operational and maintenance providers to navigate the opportunities and challenges presented by such a market dynamic. With the support of our international network and some of Ireland’s best known and respected professionals, this is about enabling our clients to protect and create value no matter what lies ahead.”
Liam Booth, Managing Director and Head of Corporate Finance Advisory at Interpath in Ireland, said “We’re proud to have Gary join our team and further bolster our M&A and fundraising capabilities across Ireland. It is more important than ever that leaders have access to top quality advisory expertise to help them navigate what comes next, whether driving the transformation of their organisations, securing the finance they need to grow, or capitalising on M&A opportunities.”
Stuart Irwin, Managing Director and Head of Interpath’s Belfast office, said: “Gary’s appointment brings quality M&A and fundraising experience that will help our vibrant business community in Belfast and across Northern Ireland unlock the capital they need to realise their growth ambitions. We’re thrilled to have him on board to lead the charge as we build out a full-service offering for our clients out of the city.”
These developments reflect expansion activity elsewhere in Europe and in the Asia-Pacific region. This includes new offices with market-leading teams in both Germany and Spain and the launch of new operations in Hong Kong, to be led by Irishman Fergal Power who is a seasoned banking advisory, restructuring and turnaround specialist.
Globally, the firm now employs approximately 1,000 people, with the provision of best-in-class advisory and restructuring services, based across 28 offices in the UK, Ireland, France, Germany, Spain, Austria, Hong Kong, Bermuda, BVI, Cayman Islands and Algeria.
