Management and succession
At A1, we have supported the appointment of a new General Manager following the sellers’ transition period.
A partnership that starts by listening
Selling a business can involve employees, legacy and succession as well as price. We take time to understand the full picture.
Investment in capability
At GEMS, investment in new CNC machinery forms part of the business’s continued development.
Long-term ownership
We consider the people, equipment and commercial priorities of each business when planning its development.
THE PROCESS
What you can expect from the first conversation to completion
We are open to founder exits, phased transitions and situations where a management team wants an active long-term partner.
Speak to us confidentiallyConfidential introduction
Tell us about the business and what matters to you. An initial conversation does not commit you to a process.
Understand the opportunity
We learn about the company, its people and shareholders’ goals, including timing and succession.
Indicative proposal
If there is a fit, we set out a clear proposal and discuss a transaction structure that works for the circumstances.
Due diligence and funding
We verify the information, agree the funding route and work through key commercial points openly.
Legal process and completion
Advisers document the agreed terms, resolve outstanding matters and complete the transaction.
Ownership and development
We support the management team and invest in the business’s next phase.