
De-risking leadership to protect value at exit

We help Chairs and investors assess, strengthen, and replace leadership teams so deals hold value and timelines stay intact.
The leadership you invest in today has the power to accelerate growth, increase business value, and pave the way for a successful, high-return exit.
At Owner Exit, we specialise in supporting private investors, chairmen, and PE-backed businesses in the engineering and manufacturing sectors. We help you secure leadership teams that can unlock the true potential of your investment and confidently steer the business through the transition from owner-led to scalable, investor-ready.
Build Value. Secure Growth.
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When you invest in an engineering business, you’re buying more than assets; you’re buying people, processes, and potential. The right leadership team is what turns that potential into sustainable growth.
We work alongside investors to quickly identify leadership gaps, attract top-tier talent, and ensure that your portfolio company is led by individuals who can scale operations, drive profitability, and increase exit valuations.
Protect Your Investment.
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The choices you make today will
determine the success of the companies you invest in.
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The best time to invest in leadership is now. Waiting risks stalling growth, missing strategic opportunities, and seeing hard-earned value slip away.
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Let’s work together to build stronger leadership, stronger businesses, and stronger returns.
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What you’ll achieve
Here are the seven stages of the Owner Exit service we offer for investment companies.
Month One
1. Succession Planning
Months Three & Four
3. Strategic
Sourcing
Months Six & Seven
5. Securing
The Hire
Month Two
2. Hiring Plan
Development
Month Five
4. In-depth Shortlist
Assessment
Month Eight
6. Onboarding
& Integration
Month Nine
7. Leadership
Coaching