THANEHOLD
Our Approach

How we acquire and support businesses.

We begin with a conversation, review the business and plan the handover before completing an acquisition.

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The Process

From first conversation to new ownership.

  1. 01 / Understand

    We get to know the business.

    We learn about its operations, people, finances and the owner's ambitions.

  2. 02 / Agree

    We agree on the right transition.

    We plan a handover that works for the owner, the staff and the customers.

  3. 03 / Acquire

    We complete the purchase carefully.

    We take the time to get the details right, so the business carries on smoothly through the change.

  4. 04 / Grow

    We help the business keep growing.

    We strengthen day-to-day operations and support the team as the business continues to develop.

Ways We Partner

Different transitions. One long-term approach.

A complete ownership transition, allowing an owner to step away while the business continues under new ownership.

Transition ownership to a long-term owner focused on preserving what you've built.

A phased transition where ownership, leadership and responsibilities change over an agreed period.

Step back over time, with an agreed plan for transferring ownership and management responsibilities.

Selective minority interests held alongside existing owners who want to retain control or plan for eventual succession.

Realize part of the value you've created while continuing to participate in the business's future.

These are options we may discuss, not commitments available in every case.

What Matters to Us

What we look for.

We look for businesses with established demand, capable teams and clear operating records.

01

Established operations

The business has financial records, capable staff and operations that can continue after a sale.

02

Customer relationships

The business has customers who rely on its services and a clear reason to return.

03

Property & facilities

The property or facilities are important to delivering the service, whether owned or leased.

Considering a transition?

Tell us about the business you've built and what you would like to happen next.