Business Succession: Direct Acquisition of GmbHs – A Fast, Discreet Succession Solution

We are looking for an established medium-sized company that we can acquire as part of a succession plan and continue to operate in the long term. The acquirer will personally serve as the company’s successor, managing operations with their own capital. Search criteria: • Revenue: 1 to 25 million EUR or CHF • EBIT: up to approximately 1 million EUR or CHF • Reason for sale: retirement succession, family succession, or a special situation requiring restructuring with viable prospects; no companies currently in insolvency proceedings • Transaction: Majority acquisition up to 100%, preferably a share deal; carve-out possible • Location in Germany: Within approximately a 2-hour drive of Hanover or Frankfurt am Main • Location in Switzerland: German-speaking Switzerland • Open to all industries, except traditional craft businesses, food, hospitality, software companies, logistics, and the healthcare sector We are particularly interested in companies with a stable customer base, recurring revenue, and a functioning second-tier management team. We place a high priority on preserving jobs and maintaining regional ties, and we work with the owner to shape the transition. Discretion is a given. We are happy to sign a confidentiality agreement in advance.

Strategic Buyer Seeks Small Trade Businesses in the Neu-Ulm Area (up to 200 km) A strategically oriented buyer with roots in the skilled trades sector is looking to acquire one or more small trade businesses as part of its diversification strategy. Seeking: Smaller, owner-operated skilled trades businesses All trades are generally welcome—from electrical and plumbing to construction, carpentry, and painting, as well as all other skilled trades, everything is of interest Region: Neu-Ulm area, up to approx. 200 km Preferably as an asset deal A short transition period with the current owner is sufficient—long-term involvement is not required

Organized successor with extensive logistics expertise (project manager), a background in e-commerce management (IHK, in progress), and strong support from a business advisory team is seeking a profitable online store in Germany to continue operating on a long-term basis. Secure financing and professional, discreet handling guaranteed.

Desired Profile: Focus on data warehousing, data lakes, and data analytics, as well as business intelligence, data engineering, or predictive analytics. In-house development is a requirement; AI expertise is preferred. Size: At least 5 employees. Financially stable and profitable. Company valuation up to 2 million EUR. Headquartered in Germany. Team and Technology: Full-time specialized staff who can cover for one another. No reliance on a single individual. A match of around 60% is also a good starting point. Customer base: B2B customers from manufacturing, retail, or services. Experience with consumer goods or POS data is a plus. Reason: Expansion into new service areas. Owners seeking a successor or a strong partner for the next phase are also welcome. Investment model: Flexible: A minority stake as an initial step, including a phased plan leading to a full takeover. A direct majority stake or full takeover is also possible. Continuation under the current management is desired; in the case of succession, an orderly transition phase is required. Time frame: 12 to 24 months