Aurigin Systems

About Aurigin Systems

Aurigin operates a global deal origination platform designed to connect mid-market companies seeking capital with institutional investors. Founded in 2014 by Romesh Jayawickrama, the company, formerly known as BankerBay, is headquartered in New York. Jayawickrama, who serves as the CEO, brings over 25 years of investment banking experience from firms like Nomura and ING, where he specialized in emerging markets and was recognized as a top Asian Market specialist. His background in corporate finance and M&A directly informed the creation of Aurigin, aiming to digitize and streamline the traditionally manual and network-driven process of deal-making.

The company's core business revolves around its proprietary algorithmic engine that matches corporate deals with relevant capital providers across various transaction types, including private equity, mergers and acquisitions, project finance, and real estate. Aurigin serves a diverse client base, including investment banks, private equity funds, and other financial services firms. Revenue is generated through fees for accessing the platform and upon the successful completion of transactions facilitated through its network. The platform functions as a digital marketplace, curating and vetting all submitted deals to ensure they meet institutional quality standards before presenting them to potential investors.

The platform's key service is to provide an end-to-end digital solution for the entire deal lifecycle, from origination to execution. Members can add their investment mandates or sell-side deals, and the system identifies suitable counterparties. A standout feature is the emphasis on confidentiality; introductions are only made after both parties express mutual interest, and identities remain private until that consent is given. Once connected, users can communicate and share documents securely through Aurigin's proprietary deal room. By automating the heavy lifting of deal sourcing and matching, the company estimates it can significantly reduce man-hours, time to market, and overall costs for its clients.