Venture Corporate Finance

🚨 Deal In Depth: Project Malibu 🚨 In August 2025, Redsquid acquired RedMosquito Limited, creating one of Scotland’s leading IT MSP powerhouses. Here’s a closer look at the deal: 🔹 Buyer: Redsquid Limited – acquisitive IT Managed Service Provider 🔹 Seller: RedMosquito Limited – Glasgow-based, >25 years in operation, ISO 9001 & 27001 accredited 🔹 Deal Value: Undisclosed 🔹 Timeline: 7 months from engagement to completion 🔹 Motivations: Redsquid sought to strengthen its position in Scotland, while RedMosquito shareholders stepped back to pursue new opportunities 🔹 Synergies: Complementary service lines and expanded regional reach The process ran smoothly on both sides, underlining how aligned both businesses were in vision and culture. At Venture Corporate Finance, we specialise in creating outcomes like this, where both buyer and seller achieve their goals with clarity and confidence. If you’re considering your own exit or growth strategy, we’d be glad to guide you through the process. #MergersAndAcquisitions #TechDeals #ITMSP #VentureCorporateFinance

🚀 Exit Strategy Design for Startups Many founders focus solely on growth, product development, revenue, and customer acquisition. But the most successful startups plan their exit strategy just as carefully. An exit strategy isn’t about “selling out.” It’s about building with purpose, ensuring every decision supports the outcome you ultimately want. Whether that’s acquisition, merger, or IPO, designing your strategy from day one helps you: ✅ Align growth with investor expectations ✅ Protect long-term value in the business ✅ Avoid rushed or reactive exit decisions ✅ Maximise attractiveness to future buyers At Venture Completes, we help founders design exits that aren’t an afterthought, but a core part of the journey. Because the best outcomes don’t happen by accident, they’re engineered from the start. Startups that think about their exit from day one don’t just grow; they grow with clarity. #VentureCompletes #ExitStrategy #Startups #BusinessGrowth #MergersAndAcquisitions

💥 5 IT MSP completions already in 2025 💥 The pace of IT and MSP transactions this year has been incredible. With five completions secured already, we’re seeing unprecedented demand from strategic buyers and investors across the UK market. Our no-retainer, sell-side-only model means we’re able to deliver maximum value for IT business owners, and the results speak for themselves. Want to know if now is the right time to explore your options? Let’s talk. https://lnkd.in/ezSNFtmV #VentureCorporateFinance #IT #MSP #Tech #BusinessSale #SellSideOnly #MergesandAcquisitions

🚨 Another IT MSP transaction completed 🚨 Following on from the recent RedMosquito x Redsquid deal, we’re pleased to share that another IT MSP transaction has successfully closed. Details will be announced shortly, but what we can say is this: it’s yet another example of the strong appetite and competitive interest we’re seeing in the UK ICT sector. Stay tuned for the full breakdown soon. #VentureCorporateFinance #IT #CorporateFinance #MergesandAcquisitions

You Shouldn’t Pay to Be Told “Maybe” Too many firms ask business owners to pay a hefty retainer before they’ve even proved their value. But let’s be honest, if you’re paying upfront, you’re not the client. You’re the revenue stream. I’ve seen it time and time again: firms collect retainers, drag out the process, and leave owners with uncertainty rather than outcomes. That’s not how we work. At Venture Corporate Finance, there are no retainers. We only succeed when you do. 👉 If you’re considering selling your business and want clear answers, not costly “maybes,” send me a message. I’ll show you how a no-retainer approach delivers real results. #CorporateFinance #SellYourBusiness #BusinessExit #MergersandAcquisitions

🚨 Redsquid Acquires RedMosquito - Deal In-Depth 🚨 Venture Corporate Finance is proud to have advised the shareholders of RedMosquito Limited on its successful sale to Redsquid, a leading UK IT MSP with a growing presence in Scotland, backed by ThinCats. This transaction is another example of our commitment to delivering high-impact, tailored solutions for ICT and technology business owners. We ran a competitive process that attracted multiple offers from leading acquirers, providing RedMosquito with full support from initial outreach through to final negotiations. 🚀 Redsquid emerged as the ideal partner, aligning with RedMosquito’s culture and growth ambitions, and providing the platform for its next phase of success. You can read more about the deal here: https://lnkd.in/eNXfZbfi This marks our third major tech transaction in the past six months, reinforcing our position as the UK’s leading sell-side-only advisor in the ICT sector. With No Retainers | No Restrictive Clauses | No Conflicts of Interest … Our model has always prioritised clients. You can read more about the deal here: https://lnkd.in/eNXfZbfi Or contact us if you’re looking to sell: https://lnkd.in/ezSNFtmV Also involved in the deal were: Derek Smith | Andrew Stark | Sohin Raithatha | Vince Mignacca | Michael Cox | Marta Borowicz | Matt Holloway #VentureCorporateFinance #CorporateFinance #MergersandAcquisitions #BusinessExit #SellMyBusiness

❓What’s a Transaction Readiness Report? If you’re thinking about selling your IT, tech, or telecoms business, don’t leave it to guesswork. A Transaction Readiness Report gives you a clear, objective view of your business’s saleability, before you hit the market. ✅ Understand what your business is really worth ✅ Spot obstacles that could derail a deal ✅ Refine your story to attract the right buyers ✅ Get sale-ready with confidence At Venture Corporate Finance, we offer this service free of charge. Why? Because insight shouldn’t cost you. Inside your bespoke report, you’ll find: 📊 A market-backed valuation range 🔍 A readiness assessment highlighting risks and gaps 💡 A roadmap for improving value and preparing for sale 💷 Net proceeds forecast (what you actually walk away with) The reality: 65% of advised businesses fail to sell. But with the right preparation, you can change that story. 🚀 Ready to know your true value? Start your journey today with a free Transaction Readiness Report. https://lnkd.in/etUdjuUw #VentureCorporateFinance #BusinessSale #CorporateFinance #TransactionReadiness #ExitPlanning

🚨 Redsquid acquires RedMosquito 🚨 Venture Corporate Finance is proud to have advised the shareholders of RedMosquito Limited on its successful sale to Redsquid, backed by ThinCats. This marks our third major tech transaction in the past six months, reinforcing our position as the UK’s leading sell-side-only advisor in the ICT sector. 👏 Huge thanks to everyone involved in making this happen: Derek Smith | Andrew Stark | Sohin Raithatha | Vince Mignacca | Michael Cox | Marta Borowicz | Matt Holloway #GTMxVentureCorporateFinance #VentureCorporateFinance #TechDeals #ITSector #BusinessSale #CorporateFinance #SellSideOnly

🔎 What is Reverse Due Diligence? Most people know due diligence as the process where a buyer investigates a seller before an acquisition. But there’s another side to the story… Reverse due diligence flips the script. Instead of waiting to be evaluated, the seller takes a proactive step to assess the buyer. At Venture Completes, we guide business owners through this process to ensure they enter a deal with clarity and confidence. Key areas include: ✅ Financial Stability – Does the buyer have the capital to complete the deal? ✅ Strategic Intentions – Do their plans align with your vision and values? ✅ Reputation & Compliance – Are there any legal or reputational risks you should be aware of? Reverse due diligence isn’t about mistrust; it’s about making sure the deal is the right fit, not just financially, but strategically and culturally too. Because selling your business isn’t just about the numbers, it’s about protecting the legacy you’ve built. Looking to sell your business? Contact us today: https://lnkd.in/efwxX7bV #VentureCompletes #ReverseDueDiligence #BusinessSale #MergersAndAcquisitions

Retainers vs No Retainers: What Actually Works? When it comes to selling your business, how an advisory firm structures its fees says a lot about where their priorities really lie. I’ve never been a fan of retainers. Why? Because once a firm’s been paid upfront, the urgency to deliver the best possible outcome often disappears. That’s why at Venture Corporate Finance, we take a different approach. We don’t charge retainers. Instead: ✅ Our success is directly tied to yours ✅ We stay motivated to maximise value, not just collect fees ✅ Every bit of effort goes into finding the right buyer and the best terms Selling your business is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make. I believe you deserve a partner whose goals are fully aligned with yours. 👉 Thinking about an exit in the next 12–24 months? Drop me a message, I'm happy to talk through how a no-retainer approach could work for you. #CorporateFinance #SellYourBusiness #BusinessExit