We help SMEs with their acquisitions & transfers
An acquisition or business transfer is a challenging process and much more than a financial exercise. Our goal is to guide you through the various options, choose the right path, and ultimately relieve you of the execution... so that you can focus on your business.
A co-pilot by the side of your SME...
✅ Do you want to sell your business completely?
✅ One of the children is interested in taking over the business?
✅ You have no succession and want to know how to diversify your assets without losing your entrepreneurial spirit?
✅ Do you want to bring an investor on board?
✅ Do you want to grow rapidly and expand activities through acquisitions?...that provides answers to your questions
✅ What does a business transfer or acquisition process involve?
✅ How do you prepare your business for a sale?
✅ Can I already receive part of the cash privately without losing control over my business?
✅ What is my business worth?
✅ How do you finance an acquisition?
Entry of investors and/or employees
Strengthening the future of your business by involving external parties in your shareholding? This requires strong alignment with the strategy, mission, and financial expectations of the business. GrowPilot guides you through this complex process:
- Analysis of the options
- Search for suitable investor/manager
- Valuation of your business
- Structuring of the transaction and negotiations on price and terms
- Coordination of the closing
Handing over the business
The sale of your business is a crucial moment. GrowPilot ensures a structured and discreet sales process, from finding a suitable buyer to successfully completing the deal:
- Analysis of the options
- Valuation of your business
- Preparation of the sales dossier
- Identification and contact with potential buyers
- Negotiations on price, structure and terms
- Compilation of the data room and guidance of the due diligence process
- Coordination of the closing
Growing through acquisitions
An acquisition is a complex process that involves financial, strategic and emotional aspects. GrowPilot guides you from A to Z:
- Analysis of your growth plans
- Establishing target criteria
- Valuation of the target company
- Negotiations with sellers
- Coordination of the due diligence process
- Financing of the acquisition
- Guidance up to and including the closing
WORKING METHOD
Rely on the expertise of GrowPilot
GrowPilot will work with you to outline and implement the path… relieving you from A to Z. You can count on our strengths:
- More than 17 years of experience in M&A transactions
- Strong network to reach the right buyer/seller
- Independent approach
- Transparent collaboration with clear objectives and communication
A financial co-pilot by your side throughout the entire process.
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Targeted approach tailored to you
Our expertise guarantees ahigh-quality guidance, tailored to your needs, driven by a passion for strategy & finance. We alleviate your uncertainties and concerns. Your GrowPilot employs a clear and personal approach in anobjective and neutralmanner and is happy to assist you.
Advice in plain language
No complicated terms, no far-fetched scenarios, but for people, in plain language and people-oriented. We look at what is possible in aclear mannerand with a clear structure. What are the pros and cons of the different options? And what is the right path for you as an entrepreneur?Co-pilot by your side
Not just talking, but also taking effective action. As an entrepreneur, you have a
Niet enkel spreken, maar ook effectief doen. Als ondernemer heb je een trusted personbeside you who navigates you discreetly through the various possibilities.Connecting and coordinating, that is our role. We engage the right experts to guide you smoothly through this transformation process.
"From the very first moment, there was an excellent connection. Marijke combined a keen eye for detail with a strong insight into the key points of focus, which allowed her to guide the process not only smoothly but also extremely purposefully."
"Marijke assisted me independently in one of the most important transactions of my career. Without directing, she explained the pros and cons of every option / every step each time. Thanks to her, I took steps that I could not have achieved on my own."
“It was the first time we dealt with such a transaction. Marijke explained how it all worked in a very understandable way. Everyone could provide input at any time. Of course, during such a process, you have many questions. Marijke was always available to answer them quickly, understandably, and correctly."
“During the follow-up discussions, it became clear that everyone felt satisfied and content with the acquisition discussions and completion. The excellent preparation, along with the wealth of know-how and expertise that Marijke brings to the table, means that everyone trusts her completely. She has always prioritised our interests."
"Marijke is very clear throughout the entire process. Clear language, perfect preparation regarding, for example, the banks. None of the three banks approached had any additional questions about the file and were all willing to grant the credit. GrowPilot works in a confidential atmosphere for both the seller and the buyer."
“Marijke is very strong in a coordinating role. With a transparent approach, she provides everyone with all relevant information and keeps the momentum in the process at all times. A coherent follow-up ensures that she constantly has everything under control.”
