Fortune Favours the Prepared - Optimising Business Sale Readiness
We are not Brokers - We are Mentors*, to guide you through the Transition
Business: Transition: Life
Are you a Small Business Owner?
Your last “sale” is to on-sell it successfully,
YES!
Exiting Your Business: More Than a Transaction
Leaving your business is an emotional journey involving family dynamics, lifestyle choices, and strategic decisions.
Whether passing the reins to family, bringing in a partner, or selling to an outsider, there’s plenty to navigate—big-picture plans and intricate details alike. It can be daunting, with outcomes that shape your future and legacy.
Need guidance? We’re more than advisors—we’re your partners, helping you confidently tackle this significant transition.
A Succession Plan, If You Prefer!
Do You Know?
Before we delve into the transformative possibilities that could reshape your life, it's essential to bring your attention to some unsettling facts.
There are around 605,000 small businesses in New Zealand (2.5 million in Australia). And of all these in NZ, there are 184000 small businesses, whose owners are aged 50 and over and will be leaving in the next decade. 75% of small business owners want to sell their business to fund retirement.
And around ONLY 20 – 30% of small businesses sell.
Means 70 -80% FAIL !
How about yours?
How about the rate in Australia ?
It’s reported in Australia, 85,000 businesses fail to sell per year. The same devastating failure rate.
So, if you are wanting to fund your retirement with your business sale, you need our help.
Scroll down to see how…
What We Do
Helping You Exit with Confidence and Care
When it’s time to plan your business exit, we’re here to make it as smooth as possible—for you, your team, your customers, and your suppliers. It’s not just about ticking boxes or signing paperwork; it’s about protecting the legacy you’ve worked so hard to build. We’re committed to helping you achieve your goals while safeguarding the relationships and reputation that matter most.
Preparation is Key
A successful exit doesn’t happen by chance—it’s all about preparation. We’ll help you cut through the complexities and get everything in order, so you’re ready to step into the next phase of life with confidence. We’ll work with you to understand your financial needs, personal goals, and ideal sale value, then map out a strategy to achieve them.
Start Planning Now
The earlier you start, the better your results. We recommend beginning 3–5 years ahead of your planned exit. This gives you plenty of time to increase your business value, fine-tune operations, and save on costs. For family-run businesses, we take extra care to ensure a seamless transition that protects both your hard-earned value and your family relationships.
Your Trusted Partner Through Every Step
From tax planning to business valuation, we’ll guide you every step of the way, breaking down the technical stuff so it’s easy to understand. We’ll also focus on the non-financial details—like company culture, team strength, and operational efficiency—to make your business more appealing to the right buyer.
Be Buyer-Ready
A buyer-ready business is a business that sells for the right price. We’ll help you build a capable management team, develop a clear strategy, and nurture a strong company culture, so you’re set up for success. With our support, you can avoid common pitfalls, save time, and maximise the value of your hard-earned asset.
Real Experience You Can Rely On
We’ve been in your shoes. Having successfully sold four small businesses of our own, we know the challenges, the surprises, and the best ways to navigate them. Think of us as your guides across the stepping stones of the swamp—here to help you avoid the muck and find the path to ultimate success.
Let’s Talk About Your Next Chapter
If you’re thinking about selling your business and stepping into the next phase of your life, we’d love to help. Tell us what you want to achieve, and we’ll roll up our sleeves and do everything we can to get you there. That’s our promise to you.
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Too Much Life, Not Enough Money... Really Sucks
Why Chris is the Right "Enabler" for You.
Unlock the Full Value of Your Business
Exiting your business is a once-in-a-lifetime journey, and to secure the life you’ve worked so hard for, you need the right guidance. The process is complex, with a steep learning curve—and costly mistakes can happen if you go it alone. Don’t let inexperience cost you what you truly deserve.
Proven Experience You Can Trust
I’ve navigated this path four times over my 50 years in small business—managing, directing, and owning ventures of all sizes. From a global business spanning 12 countries and 100 staff to a 2-person operation, I’ve been at the helm of businesses in development, manufacturing, marketing, hospitality, and technical sales.
A Wealth of Knowledge Across Borders
My professional journey spans New Zealand, Australia, Southeast Asia, and the USA. As a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Management (FAIM), I bring a depth of knowledge and experience to mentor small business owners like you.
Your Impartial Guide to Success
I’m not a broker, lawyer, or accountant. I’m an experienced mentor – coach dedicated to working alongside you—impartially and collaboratively—to ensure a seamless and rewarding transition.
Ready for Your Next Chapter?
After years of devotion to your business, you deserve a fulfilling and well-funded new life. Let me help you plan and execute a successful handover. Click the button below to take the first step toward a smooth and successful exit.
My Business Transition Experiences
(And why I can bring real world experience to guide you to the best result.)
Experience 1
The family business built up over 30 years and the founder when getting near 70 wanted to retire.
It was a development, manufacturing and marketing business that operated in 12 countries and with around 100 staff. Operating in the broad building industry and prided itself on a range of performance solutions to common building problems. Well respected in its field of endeavor…Continue Reading Experience 1
Experience 2
The owners (2) discovered a rundown small restaurant and winery with vineyard attached about 30 km outside of a major city in an old wine producing area. The attraction was the winery architecture, the closeness to the city and the general setting. The owners were not chefs or previous food business owners…Continue Reading Experience 2
Experience 3
A mid-sized manufacturing and distribution business in a large city with around 12 employees. Built from nothing by the owner and his wife over a 30-year period, they offered a range of good value, competitively priced products to the building industry…Continue Reading Experience 3
Experience 4
Here we are looking at a business with only 2 partners and no other staff. It’s a marketing and distribution business with just one product, mostly in the home improvement sector…Continue Reading Experience 4
Experience 5
(This is a good friend’s business)
This is a single owner business in marketing & promotion that operated in a tourist city of 500,000. So, there was an established cliental and the owner was gifted and always looking for new ideas and technology…Continue Reading Experience 5
We have over 40 years experience in business transitions.
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