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PE activity on the rise. After starting the year with PE firms sitting on record amounts of both dry powder, but also record numbers of portfolio companies that were overdue for exit (for which presumably the investor could not get the price they wanted possibly due to the higher interest rate environment), Nathan's post below suggests an interesting trend towards PE type investors shifting towards buying up say cash generative businesses into a group that does not have an imminent exit planned. Whilst I assume that Nathan Placks from Camino is primarily talking about US PE firms, if the US firms are moving in this direction, then presumably UK firms would be as well. In fact I have seen several CFO roles advertised recently that reference UK PE backed businesses looking to adopt a buy and build strategy, rather than buy and exit. In Nathan's post he mentions that: - "There has been a rise in open senior positions. We have never had this many VP/Head of/Director positions live at once." - "PE are talking a lot (loads!!!) about longer-term holds, continuation funds, and evergreen vehicles." - "The PE firms that are looking at longer-term strategies are transitioning focus to slightly smaller TAMs. Less about growth, more about free cashflow." #privateequity #mergersandacquisitions #software Have you seen similar trends from your conversations with private equity investors?

The current market... Over the past 4 weeks, the M&A practice at Camino Search has seen a significant uptick in inbound opportunities. We look at the volume & frequency of inbound mandates as a barometer of market performance, and wow, things seem to be great at the moment. We are busy partnering with PE firms, permanent capital vehicles, rollups, LPs, growth equity firms, and PE portcos across North America and Europe. Some recent trends: - There has been a rise in open senior positions. We have never had this many VP/Head of/Director positions live at once. - PE are talking a lot (loads!!!) about longer-term holds, continuation funds, and evergreen vehicles. - The PE firms that are looking at longer-term strategies are transitioning focus to slightly smaller TAMs. Less about growth, more about free cashflow. - There are some established long-term rollups that have recently had great liquidity events. Many individuals still ask, "but how do I take money out of this vehicle". - There are still many new permanent capital and rollup vehicles being created. There is still lots of opportunity for differentiation out there! - We have never worked on this many full team-builds at once. There are lots of new M&A strategies being implemented by PE across a variety of verticals. I'm super excited to be flying back to London tomorrow, firstly to see my mum and dog, secondly to see the team, and thirdly, for the awesome RollUpEurope event that is taking place on the 19th. It is a busy market! #privateequity #mergersandacquisitions #software #rollups #permanentcapital

Catch the latest #SourceTalks with Kirk Fleischer at Investcorp as we dive into the firm’s middle-market investment strategy and the avenues of growth they look for when sourcing opportunities, including organic, through acquisitions, or service agencies. Watch the full interview below! #SourceTalks #PrivateEquity

Wondering what M&A partners actually do? Here's a breakdown: ✔️ Assist in prepping  companies for sale, ensuring they impress buyers ✔️ Help clients navigate due diligence, reducing risks and maximizing opportunities ✔️ Ensure all feel valued to boost productivity and teamwork  ✔️ Provide tools and strategies to streamline the deal search process, making it faster and more effective. ✔️ Anticipate questions, iron out potential hiccups, and keep the deal process moving forward smoothly. These partners are the unsung heroes of M&A, making deals happen behind the scenes!  #MergersAndAcquisitions #MandAPartners #MandA

he latest readout of our ongoing Global 2,000 research shows that a large-deal approach to M&A holds more risk than other types of M&A programs—second only to an organic approach, in which a company pursues no M&A. According to the data, the chances that a company using the large-deal approach1 will outperform industry peers (as measured by total shareholder returns) is 50-50—akin to a coin flip2 (Exhibit 1). But there are ways companies can change those odds, particularly when they understand which approaches to M&A really work.

DEAL: A Wales-based private software and infrastructure company completed an equity investment in a deal advised on by GS Verde Group. The company, founded almost 10 years ago, provides private market companies with software technology and infrastructure to help enhance client experience and efficiency. Equity funding is an attractive way to transform a business, which involves selling part of your company's shares to an investor in return for capital - typically a private equity firm. Going down the equity investment route can be a game-changer for business owners looking to expand their company without having to give up complete control. There are many options to consider such as Venture Capital, Angel Investors and Private Equity that will allow business owners to secure the capital they require and receive invaluable support. Find out more about the deal here: https://lnkd.in/e-iJeg4U #GSVerdeGroup #GSVDeals #EquityFunding The business-focused experts in getting deals done Law - Finance - Tax – Communications Augmenting Reality: Increasing Success Multiple Disciplines: One Team Nigel Greenaway Gavin Johns Craig Blackmore Rhian Osborne Mike Fenwick Joel Dunning Lorna Jacques Matt Sutton Leanne Thomas David Dulieu Dominic Dineen John Slevin Sinead Leech Lauren Couch Garry Mackay Simon Pathé Peter Franklin Emma Jones

We know that for business owners, the real journey begins after a deal is completed. Whether you’re exiting, growing, or restructuring, we’re here to offer ongoing support to ensure your business thrives in its next chapter. In the recent management buy-out of NuStaff Recruitment, GS Verde Group worked closely with the directors and the team to guide them through the transaction. Our integrated approach - combining law, finance, tax and communications expertise means that NuStaff is prepared for the immediate changes and positioned to evolve and grow. As Dave Matthews shared: "The team at GS Verde Group have been fantastic from start to finish. Their expertise and dedication made a complex process simple, and I feel confident that the business is in great hands to continue its success." At GS Verde Group, we don’t just complete transactions, we support your long-term vision. Thinking about restructuring or growing your business? ✉️ Get in touch at: [email protected] Augmenting Reality: Increasing Success Multiple Disciplines: One Team Law - Finance - Tax - Communications #SuccessionPlanning #BusinessGrowth #ExitPlanning #EmployeeOwnership #PrivateEquity #GSVerdeGroup

Enhance your M&A strategy with insights from Martyn King of management consultancy Chasm Ltd! Discover the crucial role operational due diligence plays in navigating multiple site transactions. Dive into the details here: https://okt.to/E0DovP

We know that for business owners, the real journey begins after a deal is completed. Whether you’re exiting, growing, or restructuring, we’re here to offer ongoing support to ensure your business thrives in its next chapter. In the recent management buy-out of NuStaff Recruitment, GS Verde Group worked closely with the directors and the team to guide them through the transaction. Our integrated approach - combining law, finance, tax and communications expertise means that NuStaff is prepared for the immediate changes and positioned to evolve and grow. As Dave Matthews shared: "The team at GS Verde Group have been fantastic from start to finish. Their expertise and dedication made a complex process simple, and I feel confident that the business is in great hands to continue its success." At GS Verde Group, we don’t just complete transactions, we support your long-term vision. Thinking about restructuring or growing your business? ✉️ Get in touch at: [email protected] Augmenting Reality: Increasing Success Multiple Disciplines: One Team Law - Finance - Tax - Communications #SuccessionPlanning #BusinessGrowth #ExitPlanning #EmployeeOwnership #PrivateEquity #GSVerdeGroup

Exciting Company Announcement! Riveron has acquired Effectus Group, a San Jose-based accounting advisory and financial operations firm. This strategic move significantly enhances Riveron’s presence in the San Francisco Bay Area and reinforces its position as a premier advisor to the office of the CFO. “The partnership with the Effectus Group represents a pivotal step in Riveron’s growth strategy,” said Sam Shaw, CEO of Riveron.“ Their deep expertise in technical accounting, capital markets, and their strong presence in the life sciences and technology sectors complement our existing strengths. Together, we are well-equipped to provide unparalleled service to our clients, particularly in the fast-evolving venture capital and public markets spaces.” Read the full release: https://bit.ly/3TyXZfP #Acquisition #CompanyNews #OfficeOfTheCFO #AccountingAdvisory #CapitalMarkets #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital #TechnologySector #LifeSciencesSector #SanFranciscoBayArea