Exit Planning

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Choose your preferred exit path and plan ahead to maximise the value in your business.

Thinking about life without your business is hard but understanding your exit options is also challenging and confusing. Having clear sight of how and when you would like to leave your business is essential if you are going to achieve the outcome you want and need for the future you have planned.

You may not be ready to leave your business yet, let alone understand what its currently worth. Retirement could seem a long way off and family succession may or may not be an option. Selling your business could be on your agenda but understanding how to prepare it to maximise its value is something you’ve never done before.

These are all common scenarios we come across at CMC and we thrive on helping our clients navigate this journey. The secret is to plan early! Whether its 3, 5 or 10 years before your planned retirement or exit, allowing plenty of time to build value in the business will ensure you achieve the best return. This article explains more.

Approach

Our approach to exit planning

There are no quick fixes to successful exit planning. Working together we will define a timely, planned and stage approach to deliver against your personal objectives. We will provide an outline business valuation, identify ways to improve and build additional value in your business, as well as help you establish the best exit option. This is often a trade sale, but we also look at management buy-out, management buy-in, employee ownership and family succession, so you can make an informed choice that’s right for you.

Our years’ of experience gives us the knowhow to put you in the driving seat. You can feel confident in your decisions knowing you have planned and prepared your business to make it the best it can possibly be. And when the timings right and you are ready leave, this will help you achieve the outcome you desire.

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How we've helped our clients over the years

Whilst maintaining steady growth, the business owners successful achieved a smooth generational transition and company buy-out.

Steering them calmly through every aspect of the business sale, the company directors achieved what they wanted and so did their buyers – everyone ended up happy.

Through seeking external help, this company doubled the size of the company portfolio to expand into new markets and build a wider client base.

By embracing CMC’s advice, PI-KEM, who supply equipment for scientific research, had the confidence and direction to double the size of their sales and marketing team, resulting in fast growth.

After winning a large contract, this digital marketing agency needed to scale fast. Enlisting the help of their local business adviser, a recruitment plan was created and the team grew fourfold.

To achieve a successful business succession, this IT services company worked with CMC to develop a management structure and growth plan which truly delivered.

“My local business adviser is an invaluable member of our team. Going that extra mile, he is by far a trusted confidant who supports me and my business to help achieve my goals.” CEO, You HR Consultancy

Within 18 months, this IT solutions provider experienced a substantial increase in profitability and is now destined on a path of rapid growth.

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