Buy-side M&A Advisory
Helping founders transition their businesses with care.
Specialists in Off-Market Deal Origination for
Long-Term Investors
Buy-side M&A Advisory
Helping founders transition their businesses with care.
Specialists in
Off-Market Deal Origination for
Long-Term Investors
Our Philosophy
Built for Meaningful Transitions
We believe selling a business is more than a transaction—it’s a life-changing moment for founders and their teams. Our mission is to guide you through this transition with integrity, empathy, and respect.
We focus on aligning businesses with investors who value long-term growth and legacy. By connecting the right buyers with the right sellers, we create opportunities that endure beyond the deal.
Our approach is personal, discreet, and tailored. We prioritize relationships over quick wins, ensuring each partnership reflects the unique values and goals of everyone involved.
OUR APPROACH
Strategic, Transparent, Tailored
Adaptive Thinking
We’re sector-agnostic but pattern-driven.
We quickly grasp business models, spot inefficiencies, and apply proven strategies to unlock value across industries.
Selective by Design
We don’t chase volume.
We only work with a small number of committed buyers. This means fewer distractions, faster decisions, and serious conversations from day one.
Direct and Discreet
No fluff. No noise.
We run targeted, respectful outreach. Always founder-first and off-market. No broad auctions, no broker spam. Just real interest, quietly handled.
INVESTMENT CRITERIA
Businesses That Endure
We focus on profitable, enduring businesses that are well-positioned for long-term success and a smooth transition of ownership.
Typical characteristics include:
EBITDA: £1M+ / A$1.8M+
Stable, proven earnings.
Enterprise Value: £10M+ / A$15M+
Scaled operations with growth potential.
Recurring Revenue: >30%
Predictable cash flow from contracts, subscriptions, or repeat customers.
Strong Cash Conversion:
Asset-light models with efficient working capital.
Low Customer Concentration:
Diversified revenue streams.
Industry: Sector-agnostic, favoring low-cyclicality and operational simplicity.
Our PROCESS
From Sourcing to Successful Transition
We understand selling your business is a big decision. Our job is to make the process smooth, respectful, and focused on finding the right fit. We handle the outreach and screening so you only spend time on serious conversations with investors who match your goals.
Here’s how we work:
1. Understanding Your Business
We start by partnering with our investor clients to get a clear picture of what they’re looking for, so we can identify businesses like yours that fit perfectly.
2. Personalized Outreach
Using data, industry knowledge, and a personal touch, we reach out to carefully selected businesses across multiple channels.
3. Matching Interests
We speak with you and the investor early on to make sure the fit is right and the timing feels right before moving ahead.
4. Trusted Introduction
When both sides are interested, we arrange a warm introduction, setting the stage for open and productive conversations.
5. Supporting You Through the Process
Our support doesn’t stop at introductions. We help keep the process moving smoothly through due diligence and negotiations — making sure you have the guidance you need every step of the way.
ABOUT ROACHE ADVISORY
Led by Experience, Built on Relationships
At Roache Advisory, we believe every business has a story worth honoring. Founded by Aidan Roache, our mission is to guide founders through transitions with care, respect, and deep understanding.
For founders, we are not about pushing quick sales or tearing the business apart. We listen first, taking the time to truly understand your vision, your hard work, and what success means to you. Our goal is to help you find the right long-term partner, someone who values your business as much as you do.
For investors, we offer more than just deal flow. We provide thoughtful, relationship-driven advice to connect you with businesses that align with your values and growth goals. We work alongside you, navigating every step from introduction through due diligence and beyond, ensuring the process stays focused and effective.
We are advisors, not brokers. Our approach is personal, precise, and founded on trust. Because at the heart of every deal is a human story and that is what matters most.
GET IN TOUCH
Let’s Talk
Thinking about what’s next for your business? Or searching for the right investment? Either way, we’d love to hear from you.
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