M&A Advisory

As entrepreneurial M&A advisors, we see ourselves as an integral part of the project team with a clear division of responsibilities: we focus on the successful execution of the transaction, while the company's management and operational team remain fully focused on running the day-to-day business. This combination, together with our strategic, value-driven and transaction-focused approach, forms the foundation for numerous successfully completed projects and optimal deal values.

Sell-Side Advisory

We support entrepreneurs and shareholders throughout the trade sale of their company – structured, discreet and goal-oriented. Our sell-side process includes:

Development and definition of the trade sales strategy

Financial planning and company valuation

Preparation of compelling transaction materials (teaser, confidential information memorandum)

Identification of investors - financial and/or strategic - (long list)

Approaching investors and conducting initial discussions

Collection of indicative offers

Structuring and execution of a letter of intent (LOI)

Preparation and execution of the due diligence process

Term negotiations and transaction completion (signing and closing)

Buy-Side Advisory

We support strategic and financial investors in the execution of their buy-and-build strategies – from the initial idea through to the successful closing. Our buy-side services include:

Development and definition of the acquisition strategy

Identification of target companies (long list)

Direct approach of target companies at decision-maker level

Company valuation and financial modelling

Coordination and support throughout the due diligence process

Term negotiations and support through to contract execution

Start-up and Growth Financing

We support promising start-ups, scale-ups and SMEs throughout financing rounds – from the development of a solid business case to the successful completion of the transaction. Our scope of services includes:

Development and definition of the financing strategy

Financial planning and company valuation

Support in the preparation of the confidential information memorandum

Identification of investors

Support in approaching and engaging with investors

Support in negotiations and transaction completion (signing and closing)

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What defines us

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Entrepreneurial M&A Experience

Extensive entrepreneurial M&A experience gained through own transactions on both the sell-side and buy-side.

Network

A broad and well-established network of investors and target companies built through many years of activity across various industries. The network is continuously and systematically expanded.

Systematic Market Development

Ensuring systematic market development for companies on both the sell-side and buy-side through strong research capabilities and a structured, professional outreach approach.

Combination of Strategy and Attention to Detail

Our experience spans from identifying strategic value drivers for optimised valuations to managing operational details in financial accounting. Working with a lean and cost-efficient team, we create maximum returns for all stakeholders.

Strong Transaction Focus

With a clear focus on the transaction, we work fully dedicated towards a successful project completion.

M&A Process

Analysis & Preparation

Company analysis and definition of objectives

Identification of potential targets / positioning

Targeted preparation of information (teaser, confidential information memorandum)

Financial modelling and company valuation

Outreach & Initial Discussions

Approaching selected potential investors

Management presentations

Collection of indicative offers

Execution of letter(s) of intent (LOI)

Preparation for due diligence

Due Diligence & Negotiation

Execution of the due diligence process

Negotiation of key transaction terms, where not already agreed in phase 2

Preparation and drafting of transaction agreements

Signing & Closing

Negotiation of remaining open items / final negotiations

Finalisation of transaction agreements

Signing of the agreements

Closing of the transaction

RESULTS

Our clients

benefit from maximising their trade sale proceeds and achieve higher capital gains even after deducting the transaction costs

are able to remain fully focused on their day-to-day operations throughout the M&A process

enjoy a high level of transaction certainty through expert group’s systematic and proven approach

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