Industry Focus

Business Services

M&A advisory for B2B service companies. Consulting, outsourcing, and professional services.

Business Services sector expertise

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  • Business process outsourcing
  • Professional consulting services
  • Specialized business services
  • Staffing and recruitment
  • Facility management services
  • Corporate training and development

What buyers value

  • Client contracts and retention rates
  • Service delivery quality and reputation
  • Specialized expertise and methodology
  • Scalable delivery model
  • Recurring revenue streams
  • Geographic coverage

Typical buyer profiles

Service consolidators

Larger service firms expanding capabilities or geographic reach

Business services PE

Private equity building platforms in fragmented service sectors

Global service providers

International firms entering German market or expanding service lines

Valuation drivers

EBITDA multiples

5-10x

Range depends on recurring revenue and client concentration

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Delivery model

Premium 20-30%

Scalable, technology-enabled delivery increases valuations

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Common challenges we solve

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Recent transaction

B2B Consulting Services Firm

Hesse · €7m revenue · 35 consultants
Closed 2024
Challenge

Founder-led firm with strong relationships but limited scalability

Solution

Documented methodology and service delivery process, identified buyer with complementary capabilities

Outcome

Sold at 8.5x EBITDA with founder transitioning to advisory role over 2 years

Ready to discuss selling your business services?

Let's explore how we can help you achieve the best outcome