Exit Planning
KLS assists investors in consummating deals with a optimum returns by preparing for liquidations, identifying the optimal exit strategy, preparing the selling documents and qualifying buyers.
At times the difference between a deal that generates exceptional returns and one that disappoints depends on the forethought, positioning and execution that go into developing a strong exit strategy. KLS has found that the most successful exits occur when private equity firms plant the seeds early. Forward looking firms cultivate new profit improvement opportunities and jump start future growth for the next set of owners to reap the benefits.
KLS assists clients in achieving optimum returns from their exits through a four step process:
- Performance attainment, KLS identifies the most attractive growth opportunities and putting the company on a path to achieve them.
- Identifying the maximum exit strategy, whether it is an IPO, a merger with an acquirer, a sale to private equity ownership or a management led leveraged buyout. We assess the industry trends, business cycle timing and equity market conditions pertinent to the firm.
- Preparing the liquidation documentation, KLS assists in facilitating due diligence by prospective buyers or support the analysis required in a prospectus for a public or private listing.
- Qualifying Customers for our sales formula, KLS identifies potential acquirers and, through a reverse due diligence process, anticipates their needs, concerns and capabilities and how best to address them.