Acquiring International Private
Schools & Colleges.
Our client is a prominent investor in the private education industryseeking to make substantial acquisitions within the sector.
Please read on to discover the acquisition criteria.
Who are we and why are we contacting you?
About us:
At Orb, we are a distinguished investment deal-flow firm with a presence in both London and Geneva. We partner with multinational corporations and investors to uncover, research and qualify unconventional and unique acquisition and investment opportunities.
Our area of expertise is identifying mutually beneficial opportunities in which both the acquiring or investing party and the target company can realize a positive outcome. This is achieved through a collaborative process, in which we closely consult with our clients to gain a thorough understanding of their growth objectives, and thereafter engage the market to identify and qualify potential target companies.
About our client:
Our esteemed client is a visionary investor in the education sector, with a focus on leveraging innovative technologies and service-based businesses to build a comprehensive network of educational infrastructure. The company is actively engaged in the M&A market, seeking strategic acquisitions to expand its portfolio of educational ventures in the UK and Europe.As a forward-thinking enterprise, our client has a proven track record of providing support and investment to existing management teams, helping them to grow their student base and revenue streams. The company's commitment to empowering education businesses to succeed has established them as a trusted and reliable partner in the industry.
In the coming year, the client has set its sights on opportunities in the UK, seeking synergistic acquisitions that will bring new services to its global student base and leverage its substantial influence for growth. This approach represents a true win-win scenario for all parties involved.
We invite you to consider this exciting opportunity and welcome the chance to discuss further details with you. If you are interested in learning more about the acquisition parameters, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.
Acquisition Criteria
Educational institutions
The investment focus is centred on educational institutions, including schools and colleges, that cater to a global student demographic with a primary objective of providing preparation for higher education placement and advancement.
Financial Parameters
The target revenue range is an estimated 1 million to 5 million EUR. Ideally the company will profitiable or to be in a position that is close to profitability.
Management Teams
The management team will be incentivised to stay and run the business and perform against a mutually agreed business case. The acquirer is looking to build and work with a strong management base.
Location & Reach
The business should be situated in either the United Kingdom or Europe and should have a well-established network of accredited education agents.
Integration & Structure
The assessment of suitability will necessitate a comprehensive understanding of the full ownership structure, with a preference towards acquiring 100% of the shareholding. (typical structure example: 50% closing payment and a 50% performance related earn-out)
Building your deal
Orb is a contract financial research organisation. Our role is limited to assessing the suitability of your company for acquisition. Upon completion of the assessment, you will be introduced directly to the acquiring organisation's legal corporate investment team to facilitate the negotiation process.
Next steps.
1Book a meeting with our team.
Allow our team to introduce themselves, present the opportunity, and gain a deeper understanding of your business operations.
If required we will sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) on behalf of both parties to ensure confidentiality.
2Your business is reviewed.
Our team will conduct a thorough review of your business and the potential opportunity it presents for our client. In the event that your business is deemed a suitable fit, we will facilitate a direct introduction. If the business is not a suitable fit, we will provide constructive feedback on why we will not be proceeding with the opportunity.
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