Pankaj Shukla

First things first – I am NOT a broker. I am an investor.

I only work with owner-operated businesses.

I don’t charge fees. I engage only if I am absolutely confident that the deal will works for you.

The decisions are made fast. If the deal is right, it can be completed within weeks from your initial contact.

People are looking to sell their businesses for all sorts of reasons – age, health, relationships or they are just tired of their business running them. So they are looking for an exit that works for them.

I work with you to make sure the deal works for you.

Even if we don’t get to an ideal outcome, I can offer you a fresh pair of eyes to analyse the underlying problems in the business (if any) using my analysis and experience.

Some problems can be invisible to the owners as they are too close to the business, or too emotionally involved with “their baby”.

So all it takes is an initial contact from you. We can have a chat over the phone or meet for a coffee. All discussions are complete confidence. Not all discussions get to a conclusion – but an initial contact is the key. You never know.

My contact details are here

I also help companies in distress

Many companies have cash flow or other business issues. We can often fix that.

For example, when the business has mounting debts, a CVA and even personal guarantees, insolvency may seem like the only option. And that can make life extremely stressful.

In those situations, many people end up contacting insolvency practitioners (they aren’t cheap). A business already struggling financially can do without such additional expenditures. And on top of that, the owner has to deal with the stigma of bankruptcy.

But the good news is, smarter options are available to you. And that is just one example of what I get involved in.

Many businesses face sales or marketing challenges. Some face problems with their key personnel. And far too many businesses need a hefty cash injection to start growing again.

I offer an outsider’s perspective on your business. As I don’t charge upfront fees, I invest my time and expertise in your company if I’m certain to be able to help and add significant value to the business.

1. If you want to turnaround the business, I will create a custom turnaround plan for your business and then help you implement it. I charge no fee upfront for it.
2. If you want to sell the business then we’ll offer a flexible and tailor-made solution with the time-frame that suits your needs. There are no agent or brokers involved, you are dealing directly with the investor.

How does it work?

Initially, we will arrange to meet to assess the situation. I will develop a custom turnaround plan for your business. And if you like, I’ll help you implement it.

For example, if your creditors are getting restless then we’ll stabilise the cash flow to calm things down.

Then we’ll run a series of “tests” to diagnose the underlying ‘business problems’, and then recommend solutions, prepare a cash forecast, and develop a turnaround plan tailored specifically to your company.

And finally, we’ll prepare a series of action items and help you execute them as you guide the turnaround to a successful conclusion.

How to get started

The first step is to get in touch with me to arrange a meeting. In that meeting, you will learn more about the turnaround process and what is involved. You will also learn more about me and how I can help you. By the end of the meeting, you’ll know if the chemistry is right and if you want to proceed.

If you don’t want to proceed, no problem. Nothing ventured, nothing gained. There is no risk to you, so let’s have a coffee. You never know!

To contact me for an informal chat, click here