Are you considering an exit? Or thinking about your future succession?
You might have heard of Employee Ownership.
With over 1,400 businesses now Employee Owned in the UK and the top 50 employee-owned companies in the UK generating over £20bn combined sales, it's becoming an increasingly more appealing option for sale.
But what is it? How does it all work? We're equipping you with resources to start your Employee Ownership journey.
Request our toolkit below
Employee Ownership is more popular than ever before; boasting increased productivity, enhanced quality levels, and even better financial performance, it's easy to see why.
But what is it? And would that avenue of sale suit your business?
Find the answers to all of your questions in our Employee Ownership Toolkit.
In the toolkit you will find:
Fill out the form to receive instant access to the toolkit.
The number of businesses that are Employee-Owned doubled in 2021. Take a deep dive into the benefits of an Employee Ownership structure and explore the reasons why there are so many businesses turning to Employee Ownership.
Read more
Are you thinking about selling your business? Employee Ownership is route to succession that must be explored. It's not applicable to every business or organisational structure, but get to know the basics here.
Read more
How is an Employee Ownership transaction funded? Are employees required to contribute capital? There are a few standard routes available when it comes to funding the transaction, depending on what is most suitable for you.
Read more
Take a look behind the deal and read about the reasons why some businesses sought to become employee-owned and the effect the decision has had on the business since making the transition.
Read more
Employees at Educ8, a Wales-based training company, became Employee-Owned in 2022 in a transaction supported by GS Verde.
Edcu8's workplace culture is one of collaboration and cooperation and perfectly fits Employee Ownership. The employees now have a tangible stake in the business and can work towards shared success in the business.
GS Verde supported throughout the entire process, with multidiscipline dealmakers working as one team to advise on company structure, carry out due diligence, raise funding, and draft new contracts and agreements.
In the year since becoming employee-owned, Educ8 has completed two acquisitions, also supported by GS Verde, and their headcount has grown by 50 new staff.
Within the right business and the correct environment, Employee Ownership has huge potential to unlock success.
As business owners, achieving a balance between profitability and social and environmental responsibility has become increasingly important in today's world.
Kontroltek, an established Industrial Electronic and Automation Repairs company, has been acquired by its employees via an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) in a deal facilitated by GS Verde Group.
Creigiau Travel Ltd, an established transport hire company, has successfully completed an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) in a deal facilitated by GS Verde Group.
Athena Security Solutions, a London-based elite security company, has successfully completed an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) in a deal advised on GS Verde Group.
Copyright © 2024 GS Verde Group
Website Design by GS Verde Communications
The business focused experts in getting deals done
Law • Finance • Tax • Communications
