Business Exit Strategy Consultant - Milfort

Business Exit Strategy Consultant

Ready to sell your business?

Worried you won’t get full value?

Milfort have helped hundreds of retiring UK business owners prepare their companies to achieve maximum value at sale.

Request a copy of our Blueprint to see our exact process for increasing your company value before sale.

Milfort can help you:

Get your business on a stable and compelling growth trajectory
Sail though diligence and get full value (avoid a discounted sale)
Attract – and impress – multiple qualified buyers

“We work collaboratively alongside you and your team to improve your business, and significantly increase its value.”

Ed & Sam | Milfort Co-Founders

We’re MILFORT

Your Trusted Operating Partners

We’re business owners like you. We’ve built companies from the ground up. We’ve managed teams, raised millions in capital and successfully exited multiple times.

Whether you are looking to sell or simply thinking about it, we’re here to provide you with strategic insights that can enhance your business’s value and prepare you for a successful sale.

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Imagine a seamless transition out of your business, where every detail is fine-tuned to attract the perfect buyer

As trusted business exit strategy consultants, we handle the complexities, so you can focus on reaping the rewards of your hard work. Let us take you through a structured process that not only prepares your business for a successful sale but also aligns perfectly with your future aspirations.

Milfort’s 7 step process for a profitable exit

PLAN

Step 1: Know Your Business

Objective: Get a clear picture of where your business stands and what makes it special.

Process: We’ll conduct a detailed review of your business, analysing market position, revenue trends, customer demographics, financial health, and operational efficiency. This analysis will identify key areas for improvement to enhance your business’s appeal to potential buyers.

Step 2: Define Your Goals

Objective: Figure out what you really want from selling your business—whether it’s retiring, stepping back, or something else.

Process: Whether it’s a full exit, transitioning to management, maximising sale price or ensuring employee security. We’ll align your objectives with current market conditions to develop the most effective strategies.

Step 3: Identify the Right Buyer

Objective: Identify who’s going to value your business the most and why they’re the best fit.

Process: We identify potential buyers for your business, such as strategic companies, investment firms, or even your management team. Understanding each buyer’s motivations, whether it’s market position, profitability, growth potential, or specific assets. This allows us to tailor our preparation and presentation of your business, enhancing its attractiveness to those most likely to make favourable offers, thereby increasing your chances of a successful sale.

EXECUTE

Step 4: Get the Books Right

Objective: Make sure your financial records are spotless and trustworthy, showing the true value of what you’ve built.

Process: We ensure your financial records are meticulously structured to meet buyer expectations, drawing on our experience to present them effectively. Addressing any inconsistencies promptly eliminates potential buyer concerns. We’ll refine your financials, enhancing credibility and significantly boosting buyer confidence in your business.

Step 5: Build a Strong Team

Objective: Ensure your management is solid and ready to impress potential buyers.

Process: We assess your management team and key personnel to ensure they are optimally positioned. Proper alignment enhances task efficiency and overall productivity, demonstrating to potential buyers that your business runs effectively.

Step 6: Streamline Your Operations

Objective: Tighten up your processes to show how smoothly your business runs, boosting its attractiveness.

Process: Review and refine your business systems, from sales processes to customer service, ensuring all operations are well-documented and efficient. Address any ad-hoc procedures by establishing robust, consistent systems that operate effectively without continuous leadership oversight. This improves operational efficiency and increases your business’s appeal to potential buyers.

Step 7: Reach Out to Buyers

Objective: Actively connect with the perfect buyers who have a strategic interest in your business, aiming for a deal that feels right.

Process: Once you’ve pinpointed and tailored your business to attract the ideal buyer, initiate a targeted outreach campaign to a carefully chosen group of qualified buyers. These are entities with a strategic interest in acquiring your business. This focused approach leads to more collaborative and efficient negotiations compared to a general market listing, paving the way for a smoother transition and potentially better terms.

THE END RESULT

Business owners who engage in this process can significantly increase their sale price, potentially adding hundreds of thousands, if not millions, to the value of their business. By effectively presenting their company, targeting the right buyers, and avoiding common pitfalls that diminish business value, owners can secure a more lucrative and successful sale outcome.


Request a copy of our Blueprint to see our exact process for increasing your company value before sale.

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