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Sale Preparation

Preparing your business for an exit

We enable owners to achieve the best price and find the best partner/acquirer for the business they have built.

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Our Value Proposition

More than an advisor, we’re a passionate advocate for your business

Proven Methodolgy

A disciplined, phased approach adapted to each client’s unique situation.

Expert-led Team

A collaborative, multi-disciplinary team pinpointing the highest-impact changes for the fastest results.

Streamlined Process

Built to minimize demands on your team, with contracted expertise brought in only where needed, and backed by a growing track record of success.

FOCUS Sale Preparation Advisory

Tailored to your situation and circumstances, guided by the FSP Impact Methodology

The FSP program provides critical insights on how external market factors can impact value, and how acquirers view and value key attributes in an acquisition target. Program activities often include:

FSP Methodology
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Review and revision of strategic position, business plan, business model and execution efficacy

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Clarification of execution improvement opportunity(ies)

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Understanding and advising on tax implications for a sale

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Clean up and organization of accounting, business records or financial models/projections

05

Formalizing/redefining contractual relationships

06

Improving financial performance

07

Balance sheet clean up

08

Building out key management team (reduce reliance on owner/operator)

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Whether you’re considering a sale, planning for growth, or exploring capital options, our team is here to help. Connect with FOCUS for a confidential, no-pressure conversation designed to align with your goals.

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Frequently asked questions

A structured advisory process that prepares your business for a successful sale that identifying and addressing the issues that most affect value and deal readiness before you go to market.

Timelines vary by company and situation, but engagements are phased and adaptively scoped, focusing first on the highest-impact opportunities to drive change efficiently.

The process is designed to minimize burden on you and your team. Your active participation is required, but a FOCUS Executive Advisor leads the work, sometimes with contracted specialists as needed.

Sale Preparation Advisory happens before you go to market, strengthening the business and addressing issues that could affect value. The engagements puts you in a strong position when it’s time to sell.

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About FOCUS

Your strategic advisor from growth to exit

FOCUS delivers tailored M&A, capital raising and sale preparation advisory services to founder-led businesses and SMEs. With deep industry expertise and global reach, we help clients navigate complexity and achieve successful outcomes.