The failure of certain North West creative agencies during 2010 and early 2011 serves as a reminder of the risks faced in running an agency during tough economic times in a crowded and competitive market.
During 2011, many other agencies continue to tick along, providing a reasonable income for their owners but without really growing in terms of value. These agencies often exist more as a “lifestyle” business, without ever creating any tangible value that can be realised by selling the company when the owners retire.
The purpose of this seminar is to advise owners of North West creative agencies on how to make their business more attractive to potential acquirers, thereby providing an “exit” opportunity for the shareholders.
Content will include:
- Merger and acquisition opportunities
- Matters that can devalue your business if identified during financial or legal due diligence
- Corporate healthcheck
- Best practice observed in top performing agencies
- Future of the sector
Our speakers provide a wealth of experience and sector knowledge, making this a must-attend event for any creative agencies with serious aspirations of growth.
Please RSVP by Friday 25th Marc h to Tina McLoughlin at tina.mc loughlin@slaterheelis.co.uk
SPEAKER PROFILES
Mike Perls
Named in North West Business Insider’s 42 under 42 class of 2006 and a regional board member of the IoD, the Managing Partners Forum and the UK India Business Council Next Gen Network, Mike Perls is the founder of MC2, a leading marketing consultancy. He has taken MC2 from a two-man start-up to a 40 strong business. A champion of entrepreneurs, Mike mentors and invests in a number of up-and-coming businesses. Mike is chairman of the MPA.
Simon Kite
Simon is a Partner in the Manchester office of top 20 accountancy firm, Saffery Champness, and a member of their media & entertainment team. His focus is very much on delivering value added commercial support to his clients on matters such as acquisitions, fundraising, profit optimisation and grooming businesses for sale.
Geoff Blower
Geoff is Head of Corporate at Slater Heelis Solicitors and has over 30 years experience in advising upon
and project managing a wide range of corporate and commercial transactions. His clients have included
listed PLCs, private family companies and entrepreneurs. He has consistently been recognised as a leading corporate lawyer both in Legal 500 and Chambers.
Jon Cockayne
Jon is a Director of Lucas Fettes & Partners Ltd, an independent firm of insurance brokers and financial
advisers. Jon heads up the Lucas Fettes Media Division with over 25 years experience of advising clients in the creative and media sector. His focus is on providing specialist advice for the rapidly changing sector to ensure clients are fully protected and adds value through both knowledge and a service driven process.
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