For owners
You built the business.
Plan your next chapter.
A sale brings practical questions and personal ones. We want to understand both, from the future of your team to the role you want after completion.
01 / Your priorities
Start with what
matters to you.
Retirement, succession, a new venture or more time away from work can each call for a different transition. There is no need to arrive with every answer.
An early conversation can cover timing, value expectations and how the company would operate without your day-to-day involvement. It is also the time to explain the commitments to staff, customers or family that matter in a handover.
We seek a full acquisition. Your continuing role, if any, would be agreed as part of the transaction rather than assumed.
02 / Preparing for a conversation
A simple introduction.
A place to start.
- What the business does and where it operates.
- An outline of customers, revenue and the team.
- Approximate turnover, earnings and indicative business value.
- Why you are considering a sale and your preferred timing.
- How involved you are in day-to-day operations.
An overview is enough at the start. Please avoid sending sensitive personal information or confidential documents through the initial form. We can agree an NDA and suitable sharing arrangements first.
Your next chapter
A thoughtful handover.
Space to move forward.
The next chapter might mean more time for family, a different project or simply fewer daily responsibilities. Planning the handover around clear expectations helps you and the continuing team approach that change with confidence.
Start a conversation03 / Questions owners ask
Understand the process.
Take your time.
What happens to my management team?
We look for businesses with capable managers who want to stay. The intention is for that team to keep leading daily operations, supported by an agreed transition plan and clear responsibilities.
Can I stay involved for a handover?
Yes, where it suits the business and both parties. We would agree the role, scope and duration of any support during the transaction discussions.
Will staff or customers be told I am considering a sale?
We keep initial discussions private. Any wider communication is planned with you, while relevant information may be shared with advisers or prospective lenders under appropriate arrangements.
How long does an acquisition take?
The timetable depends on information readiness, complexity, finance and legal work. We agree a realistic plan as discussions develop rather than promise a completion date before reviewing the business.
How will the business be valued?
We consider sustainable earnings, cash generation, working capital, required investment and business risks alongside the proposed payment structure. We assess debt servicing and remaining profitability using disclosed financial information.
Can we speak before I am ready to sell?
Yes. We can explore the potential fit and your priorities without either party committing to a transaction. You can involve your adviser from the start.
Start a conversation
Your next step can be
a simple conversation.
Whether your plans are immediate or still taking shape, tell us a little about the business and the future you would like for it.