Thinking of Buying a Business?
Join Us for an Exclusive Event on Business Acquisitions.
Unlock the Secrets of Business Acquisitions
To showcase the power of the collaborative approach, The Finance Hub and Loch Associates Group are holding an exclusive event on 30th April 2025 at their new offices in Belgravia centered on Business Acquisitions.
If you are considering buying a business but unsure where to start and would like to gain some insightful advice and learn from seasoned professionals who have navigated the complexities of business acquisitions successfully, this event is a must!
The content is designed to provide you with the insights, strategies, and practical advice you need to make informed decisions and achieve acquisition success. By attending you’ll gain exclusive insights from experts who have been on both sides of the table, buying, selling, and advising on transactions of all sizes. You’ll walk away with actionable strategies, practical knowledge, and the confidence to move forward with your business acquisition journey.
Who Should Attend:
- Aspiring entrepreneurs looking to buy a business
- Business owners interested in expanding through acquisitions
- Investors exploring opportunities in business purchases
- Business professionals who want a deeper understanding of the acquisition process
Meet the Panel
Gillian Palmer, Founder of The Finance Hub / Lending Made Simple and Joe Milner of Loch Associates will be joined by Joanne Bell, Managing Director of Bells Accountants and Luke Richards from TerraFirma and together they will guide attendees through the entire business acquisition process, covering critical areas such as:
- Financial preparation and strategy,
- Legal aspects of acquisition
- Funding your acquisition
Joanne Bell will provide expert advice on financial planning, evaluating business value, and preparing for the financial implications of acquiring a business.
Joe Milner will offer insights about the legal steps involved, from initial enquiries and due diligence to share/asset purchase agreements.
Gillian Palmer will explore a variety of funding options available encompassing bridging finance, lending against assets, or lending against existing business offering her long standing expertise on how to secure the financial backing needed to close the deal.
Luke Richards our guest speaker, will share his very own successful journey through the process of business acquisition. Luke’s career began in explosive ordnance disposal with the Royal Engineers, where he mastered precision, risk, and strategy. After transitioning to civilian life, he built a successful landscaping firm, later expanding into Japanese knotweed removal.
Spotting the power of digital marketing, he launched his own agency – turning a cost centre into a growth engine. Today, Luke helps entrepreneurs scale through smart acquisitions, process optimisation, and bold growth strategies, empowering them to build resilient, high-performing businesses.
To secure your place at the event and take the first step towards owning your future business – reserve your seat by completing the form provided below.
We look forward to seeing you there!
25 Eccleston Place, Victoria, London, SW1W 9NF
