A Buyer of Exceptional Firms From Outstanding Owners
The name Griot, a West African storyteller and historian, highlights our focus on preserving the history and legacy of the business we acquire. As experienced buyers, with committed capital, we can ensure a smooth transition for sellers and their employees. We take great pride in being more than just another acquisition firm, we are committed to being stewards of the companies we purchase, maintaining their culture, and ensuring their continued success. Trust us to handle your business with the care and respect it deserves.
Our Criteria
We have very simple criteria for the types of firms we look to purchase:
- Greater than $1.5 million EBITDA
- Substantial share of revenue is recurring or has the potential to be
- Healthy mix of sales to other businesses or government
- Identifiable pathway to continued growth
- Gross profit margin greater than 25%
- History of ethical business operations
- Stable, non-cyclical performer
Our Approach
We provide deal certainty and timely closure for business owners
Griot utilizes its prior transaction experience to collaborate with sellers and efficiently process transactions:
- Evaluate high level information provided by the seller and provide an indication of interest [3 days]
- Have introductory conversation with seller, sign NDA and submit data request [2 days]
- Assess confidential information and provide a detailed letter of intent [7 days]
- Conduct due diligence, finalize definitive deal documentation and close [30 to 45 days]