M&A

 

US-based private school (PE roll-up)

Background:

Client is leading private school with substantial in-market demand and sought extended resource support via private-equity school roll-up.

Execution:

  1. Positioned school for sale with all valuation, IM prep and market strategy.
  2. Prepared and solicited most viable buyers in the US and abroad.
  3. Ran M&A process to successful close.

Global Education Company (UK, US, Asia)

Background:

Client is a PE-backed leading global firm entering the US market with a Build v Buy decision but limited prior market knowledge.  Required a full analysis of market opportunity and a viable pathway to scale in limited time.

Execution:

  1. Research on segment expansion and competitive viability leading to M&A plan based on distinct areas of business under the Group.
  2. Prepared and qualified acquisition targets.
  3. Supported M&A process through approach and negotiations.

Venture-backed Enterprise (US, Emerging Markets)

Background:

Client is backed by education venture investors and sought 100% sale.  Asset was close to distressed but solid fundamentals pointed to renewed value and global operations expansion for new buyer.

Execution: 

  1. Created investment thesis and proposal based on global research input and comparative.
  2. Established valuation data and related ranges.
  3. Managed sale process from investor targeting through to diligence and closing.