How does a company sale process with CENTURIO Partners work?

We manage the entire process: from company valuation through buyer identification, preparation of materials (information memorandum), management presentations, due diligence to contract negotiation and signing. Typical timeline: 6–12 months.

Does CENTURIO Partners advise on business succession and generational transition?

Yes. We advise entrepreneurial families on structured succession — whether to family members, external managers (MBO/MBI) or strategic buyers and private equity investors. Discretion and value preservation are central.

How is my company valued?

CENTURIO Partners conducts independent company valuations using recognised methods (DCF analysis, multiple comparison, net asset value). Valuation forms the basis for every M&A transaction and determines the realistic market price.

Does CENTURIO Partners work on both sell-side and buy-side?

Yes — we advise both sellers (company sale, succession solutions) and buyers (acquisition strategy, target screening, Buy & Build strategy, due diligence). We act for one side only per transaction.

How discreet is a company sale — will employees or competitors find out?

Discretion is the highest priority in every mandate. CENTURIO Partners works exclusively through confidential direct approach: neither the company name nor specific details are disclosed before a potential buyer has signed a non-disclosure agreement (NDA). Employees, suppliers and customers typically only learn of the process after signing.

What does M&A advisory cost — how is the fee structured?

M&A advisory is typically structured as a monthly retainer (for exclusivity and process management) plus a success fee tied to the final transaction value. This structure ensures advisor and client share the same goal: maximum value realisation. We discuss all details in a complimentary initial meeting at info@centurio-partners.com.

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Most M&A transactions don't fail on price — they fail on the wrong target, an underprepared process, or the absence of the right introduction at the right moment. Access, timing, and the quality of the advisory relationship determine deal outcomes far more often than any financial metric.

CENTURIO Partners accompanies you as an independent partner through every phase of the transaction: from structured identification of the ideal target company or buyer, through valuation and negotiation, to signing. Our strength lies in the strategically critical phases — identification, mediation, and initiation — where the wrong decision can only be corrected at considerable cost later.

Whether buy-side mandate, company sale, or succession solution: CENTURIO Partners brings the right parties together — discreetly, with a clear focus on objectives, and with a track record that speaks for itself.

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Successful acquisition of a company requires precise strategy, deep market knowledge, and careful selection. We support you as a strong partner in identifying the perfect target company that optimally complements your growth objectives and creates long-term value.

Acquisition strategy & search profile: Together we define clear criteria for the ideal target company – size, industry, geography, synergies and strategic fit.
Target screening & longlist: We systematically identify potential acquisition targets from our network and through targeted market research – including opportunities not publicly marketed.
Initial approach & confidentiality: We conduct discreet first contacts on behalf of the buyer, maintaining the highest level of confidentiality for all parties involved.
Valuation & negotiation support: We guide you through company valuations, term sheet negotiations, and the structured process through to a successful close.

Strategic M&A success requires more than financial engineering – it demands deep market understanding, cultural sensitivity, and operational excellence in execution.

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