What industries do you focus on?

I’m open to diverse industries. My acquisition strategy prioritizes asset-light businesses with simple operations, defensible market positions, and growth potential. See our investment criteria for specifics.

Are you open to businesses that need improvement?

Yes, I’m open to businesses that have growth potential and operational inefficiencies I can help address through my expertise. Please contact us to start the conversation.

How will you finance the purchase?

I am self-funding my search process. For the acquisition, I will use a combination of personal funds, bank loans, and investor capital to create a balanced and effective deal structure.

Are you open to a deal involving seller financing?

Yes, I’m open to exploring seller financing as part of the acquisition deal structure, ensuring a mutually beneficial agreement.

Do you work with brokers or only directly with sellers?

I’m happy to work with both brokers and sellers directly to find the right opportunities and ensure a smooth transaction process.

Will you relocate the business?

Relocation decisions depend on the business’s needs, but if relocation is necessary to keep operations stable and effective I am open to it.

How long does the acquisition process take?

The timeline varies on the complexity of the business and deal structure, but I’m prepared to move quickly - typical timeline is ~90-120 days, depending on the seller’s readiness.

How will you handle the transition?

Every business is unique. So, I’ll work with you to create a custom transition plan that fits your specific needs. I’ve guided my consulting clients through complex changes and transformations in the past — focusing on keeping teams supported and operations running smoothly.

What is your business valuation approach?

Buyers determine selling price based on their own valuation process. To ensure alignment, I use my own valuation models based on industry best practices. My process focuses on factors like cash flow, growth potential, operational efficiency, and customer retention. I also assess the market position and scalability to ensure a fair and transparent valuation.

What happens to the employees post-acquisition?

I believe that the most valued assets of a business is its people. I value the existing team’s loyalty and experience and will do everything possible to retain them.

Can you share examples of the types of businesses you’ve considered?

To protect sellers’ privacy, I can only share my evaluation selection criteria which is businesses with simple operations, predictable cash flows, and scalable models in fragmented industries. For specifics, please see our investment criteria.

How can I contact you to discuss selling a business?

You can reach out through my website’s contact form or email me directly at sowm@shavanoeta.com.