Kamil Vaniš
Partner | Strategy & Deal Advisory
The sale of a company is one of the most significant decisions in the life of a business owner.
Whether driven by the founder’s exit, generational succession, the entry of an investor, a change in strategy or the desire to realise the value of a business built over many years, a well-managed process can have a significant impact on both the final transaction value and the future of the company.
A successful sale does not begin with approaching investors, but with thorough preparation of the company and a well-considered transaction strategy.
At BDO, we help clients maximise the value of their businesses, identify suitable investors and manage the entire process from initial preparation through to successful transaction completion.
At BDO, we combine experience gained from dozens of successfully completed transactions with in-depth knowledge of investors and practical expertise in managing sale processes across a wide range of sectors.
At the same time, we leverage BDO’s international network, enabling us to approach strategic and financial investors across markets and efficiently manage cross-border transactions.
Our objective is not simply to find a buyer, but to help our clients maximise the value of their life’s work, minimise risks and ensure a smooth transaction process from start to finish.
How We Help Our Clients
Strategic Preparation of the Company for Sale
- We help business owners prepare their companies for a transaction to ensure they are attractive and transparent to investors and achieve the highest possible value.
- We focus on identifying factors that influence valuation, the stability of financial performance, data quality, organisational readiness and the mitigation of risks that could lead to a reduction in the purchase price.
Valuation and Transaction Strategy
- We prepare independent company valuations and help clients understand the factors that influence the value of their business from an investor’s perspective.
- We advise on the optimal transaction structure, the size of the stake to be sold and the appropriate timing of the sale.
Investor Identification and Outreach
- We identify strategic and financial investors in the Czech Republic and internationally and manage a structured sale process.
- Through our extensive network of contacts and BDO’s international reach, we are able to approach relevant investors and create a competitive environment that supports the achievement of the best possible offer.
Preparation of Transaction Documentation
- We prepare information memoranda, investment presentations and other materials required to approach potential investors.
- We help clients structure information effectively and present the company in a way that meets market and investor expectations.
Due Diligence Management and Negotiations
- We guide clients through the entire due diligence process and help coordinate communication with investors, advisers and legal teams.
- We support clients in negotiating commercial and contractual terms to achieve the optimal combination of price, terms and transaction certainty.
Tax and Legal Transaction Structuring
- We design the optimal tax and legal structure for the transaction with the aim of minimising risks and maximising net proceeds for the owners.
- Our services also include support with pre-sale restructurings, settlements between shareholders and the structuring of post-transaction arrangements.