Exit Planning
Subtle details matter, especially for closely held businesses.
Focused on the long-term result, Gateway transitions business owners to the desired life they seek. Unlike traditional exit planners and business brokers whose goal is to "close the deal ASAP" - Gateway works to find the right buyer (or seller) and close on your terms so your legacy lives after you've signed the dotted line.
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Gateway works on both the buy side and sell side for transactions involving enterprise values between $7 million and $50 million.
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Gateway differentiates itself from other intermediaries by:
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Identifying key performing indicators (KPIs) and maximizing their economic values
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Measuring KPI performance and providing ongoing reviews
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Educating the owner(s) about all possible exit strategies
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Identifying the pros and cons of each buyer type
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Creating a pitch book that caters to the identified buyer type (for sell-side clients) and highlights the company's growth opportunities
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GVC will calculate synergies and negotiate synergistic value with the buyer
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GVC serves as the quarterback in the negotiation (e.g., QOE diligence reports, information requests, negotiations, and other)
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Preparing owners for life to come and the psychological ramifications of selling a business, before, during and after the sale (or other exit mechanism) is finalized