“We employed KBS to sell our business FireUs Ltd last year. We has researched into this and they stood out as the best. We were so glad that we picked them whilst it was a very in depth process selling our business, but they supported us and made the experience much easier. The main people that stood out for us with the professionalism and approach were Guy Haynes and Daniel Greenfield. If you are looking to sell or buy a business we would absolutely recommend them.”

“We used KBS to help with our partial sale! They helped promote us and worked with us the whole way through. The true value for their work came after the offer and Adam worked smoothly with us and could hear that he had our best interest at heart! Would definitely recommend them.”

“We initially approached KBS and three other companies to handle the sale of our company. We choose KBS as they were very professional, knowledgeable and responded to all our queries in a timely manner. From start too finish their service was first class. Thank you KBS”

“My husband engaged with KBS in 2020 for the sale of our business. I completed a successful sale in October 2023. During the process my husband passed away and so the process became more complicated than I could have imagined. Luke Rae has been outstanding in his patience, communication and commitment to the sale of our business. I could not have completed this without the professionalism and personal interest that I have been afforded. Thank you Luke and the team.”

“The range of buyers that KBS introduced us to were of a high quality. Throughout the sales process the shareholders were very pleased with the advice and help given to reach a good conclusion in the sale. Thank you KBS and the staff we worked with.”

“KBS and Fabio Rambelli in particular, were excellent. They persevered through difficult times and found an excellent buyer for the business. Fabio was, at all times, extremely professional and helpful. Thoroughly recommended.

“We chose KBS Corporate to help us sell our business after speaking with other similar companies, but KBS shone above the rest. I can only speak as I find but KBS Corporate ‘s Adam Nelson was extremely courteous, professional and always kept us up to date with events as they unfolded. I get selling a company can be very stressful but you just could not do this on your own, unless you have a lot of experience in this process. Yes we had to pay some money up front but you don’t get anything for free in this world. As far as i am concerned it was money well spent and we are very happy with the outcome. Thanks KBS Corporate.”

“The relationship started when we kept a sales letter from KBS regards selling our company. Months later we contacted KBS and met their Sales associate at a private location and immediately was impressed. After completing work on the sales brochure using the impressive KBS template we then got allocated Guy to look after us through the process. Guy assisted us excellently through everything from teams meetings with potential buyers to one on one meetings. They even took lead with solicitors teams meetings, taking stress away from the situations. After finding a great buyer and deal we are left with a great sense that we definitely chose the right company to sell with. Also we had been quoted much more money to sell with other firms and I very much doubt would have beaten KBS for service etc. In all it took 13 months from the original sales meet to completion which for what we consider by no means a small company was pretty good. Many thanks Guy and background team, your very appreciated.”

“KBS were great. They provided consultancy, support and negotiation expertise on the sale of our company to a direct competitor. Because the sale was to a competitor, and of course a sale is never certain until it actually completes, disclosure was difficult. KBS were great mediators and advisors during this time. With the help of KBS we are able to disclose what was appropriate, and necessary, and not anything that might damage our company should the sale fall through. KBS advised on the financial aspects and ensured our best interests were looked after despite the buyer initially having quite an extreme position with regards to working capital and funds held back.”

“We successfully sold our business with KBS and found the process was handled very efficiently. The compilation of the information memorandum, the vetting of potential buyers plus the regular updates were all carried out in a professional manner. Our experience with KBS was excellent with a positive out come.”

“We asked KBS to start the process of the sale of our company in early May 2023. The company was sold in May 2024 following a steady process of agreeing a sale brochure and then receiving various enquiries. Then onto accessing the interested parties and negotiating with eventual buyer. The whole process was made easier with the help of Paul Liptrott the deal executive appointed to us. Paul was in regular contact to answer all questions queries and help seal the deal. Nothing was a problem to all the staff at KBS including useful financial guidance given to us by Pauls Colleague Guy Haynes. If your thinking of selling or buy a business I highly recommend team KBS”

“As a company we tried two organisations to sell our company including one of the big four accountants. The accountants wanted money up front and we paid £35K without even a prospectus. In giving it up with them I contacted KBS and this organisation took a small fee up front with details of time scales and actions. I am pleased to state that KBS complied with all the time scales and with a prospectus looked for a prospective buyer. If we wanted to talk to any individual and they were not available we were contacted later without fail. A prospective buyer was found and KBS did an excellent negotiation on our behalf and successfully sold the company.”

“I used KBS to find me parties that might be interested in buying my company. I had no previous experience of selling a company and wanted to work with a company that had a good track record of closing sales, which, KBS did by providing evidence of many companies they had help to find a buyer and were closed sales.

A reasonable finders fee was agreed and I was given one point of contact in Matthew Sibley with whom I communicated with from start to end. This was a great source of support and information for me personally. I was very grateful to have someone who was not biased and whom I could confide in.

I turned down many approaches from prospective buyers in a 12 month period, but this did not deter KBS who continued to send me more prospective buyers, both pure investors and companies wanting to acquired the whole business. KBS did not ask me for more marketing money during that period to continue the search, but had faith in their ability and my commitment to close when the right buyer was found.

14 months later I closed the sale of my company and it proved that the KBS contract cost and their recommended solicitor at a fixed fee, were justified.

The solicitor was brilliant I will always be grateful for the guidance and support given by Claire Stretton Shakespeare Martineau.”

“From the moment we contacted KBS for our business sale, they were very proactive and worked hard to find us a suitable buyer. We were quite specific in needing a buyer who would want to retain all the staff and ensure continuity for all the team. KBS found us around 10 potentials and we narrowed them down to the last 3 who we met before finalising our decision. Throughout the process KBS arrange all the liaisons promptly and pushed the buyers to achieve the desired outcome for us”

“We approached KBS for a sale of our business a couple of years ago. This was the first and last time I have sold a business so I have nothing by way of comparison. But it was obviously a pivotal moment in our lives and perhaps the singular most important transaction and deal we had ever done. They were professional, trustworthy and seemed very concerned about maintaining their reputation for looking after their clients. Everybody we dealt with seemed competent, reasonable and professional. We had a mixture of IP, trademarks, formulations and an ongoing business and all parts were folded well into the deal. I would recommend them.”

“A very professional company without them we would not have sold our company. I would 100% recommend them”

“KBS have been excellent during the process of selling my business. In particular Fabio has always been at the end of a phone or email whenever I needed to speak to him. There were a few obstacles to navigate during the process but Fabio was available when I needed advice (which was quite often).”

“We are immensely grateful to the team at KBS Corporate for their outstanding professionalism, dedication, and expertise throughout the sale process. Their strategic insight and commitment to aligning us with the right partner were invaluable, making every step of this journey seamless and collaborative. Thanks to their support, we were able to join forces with New Era Energy, whose values and commitment to sustainability resonate perfectly with our vision.

We couldn’t have asked for a better team to guide us, and we are thrilled with the outcome they helped us achieve.

To the entire team at KBS Corporate, thank you for your unwavering support, professionalism, and dedication. Your efforts have not only brought us to an exciting new chapter with New Era Energy but have also left a lasting positive impact on our business. We are deeply appreciative and look forward to seeing the continued success your expertise brings to other organisations in the future.

Particular credit is due to Luke Rae who proved invaluable during this process, his diligence and commitment were instrumental and we couldn’t have reached this outcome without you.”

“From the very outset talking with Matthew and in then being linked with our account manager Luke Rae, the experience has been exceptional – Luke in particular was extremely knowledgeable, gave great advice throughout the business sale process and always available to act as a sounding board, being very important. Ultimately the business was sold for a very acceptable price and I could not recommend KBS more highly. Thank you.”

“We had been approached many times to sell our business but the approach from KBS was different; they had actually researched our company and made it personal. We decided to go ahead with a sale and as expected this took over a year to find the right fit. Andrew Dodd was our advisor and he was very patient as we turned down several good offers for different reasons. Finally he introduced us to a wonderful Swedish investor who was the perfect fit. He negotiated a good deal for us all and once initially agreed it was completed in under four months. KBS arranged Mackrell Solicitors to write the agreement and this was also quick and straightforward.
Some months later we remain pleased with the deal and would recommend KBS to anyone serious about selling their business”

“I recently had the pleasure of working with KBS as my broker while selling my business, and I couldn’t be more impressed with the exceptional service they provided throughout the entire process. Selling a business is a monumental decision, often accompanied by a mix of emotions and challenges, but KBS, particularly Daniel, made the experience seamless and rewarding.

From the very beginning, KBS demonstrated professionalism, expertise, and a genuine commitment to achieving the best possible outcome for me. Their team took the time to understand my business, its unique qualities, and my goals for the sale. This personalized approach gave me confidence that I was in the best hands.

A special mention must go to Daniel, who was truly outstanding. His advice and support were invaluable at every stage of the process. Whether it was preparing the business for sale, navigating offers, or handling negotiations, Daniel’s guidance was always thoughtful, strategic, and focused on achieving my objectives. He was readily available whenever I had questions or concerns, providing prompt and thorough answers that kept me informed and reassured.

One of the standout qualities of KBS was their proactive communication. They kept me updated with regular progress reports and ensured that I was never left in the dark. Their attention to detail in preparing the business for sale was second to none – from creating a comprehensive and professional sales memorandum to identifying the right buyers who were genuinely interested in my business.

I am incredibly grateful for the expertise and dedication shown by Daniel and the entire KBS team. They turned what could have been a stressful and complex process into a positive and successful experience.

If you’re considering selling your business and want a broker who will prioritize your interests, provide expert advice, and offer unwavering support throughout, I wholeheartedly recommend KBS. They are a team of true professionals who deliver exceptional results.

”KBS Have helped and advised our business throughout the process and listened to the type of buyers we were looking to bring on board. We successfully worked together to deliver on our objectives. Would highly recommend the team and Joe Norris”

”We recently worked with KBS to support the sale of our recruitment business, and we’re very pleased with the service we received. From start to finish, the process was thorough and well-managed. The team demonstrated strong knowledge and experience in business sales, which gave us confidence throughout what can be a complex and lengthy process.

We were very keen to find a buyer that was a good match for our business – a company who understood the recruitment sector and would continue to build on our success. KBS really listened to what mattered to us and provided a selection of prospective buyers who aligned well with our goals and values.

The deal took around 12 months to complete, and during that time, the support we received was consistent and professional. Our KBS representative, Fabio, was particularly impressive – calm, patient, knowledgeable, and always approachable. He made what could have been a stressful experience much easier to navigate.

We would happily recommend KBS to anyone considering selling their business.”

”Having reached retirement age, we were trying to find as neat an exit as possible from our company for all concerned – for ourselves, for our staff and for our clients, having established an excellent reputation over 20 years of trading. The business has been built on the strength of our relationships with our loyal customers and it was about achieving an exit that would work. The level of service we got from KBS was outstanding, worth every penny. KBS did a brilliant job – Will Griffiths is a legend and he guided us through it. As a company, KBS did us proud. I couldn’t conceive a more suitable and acceptable way of exiting the business. It was a good offer and I’m really happy with the way it’s worked out.”

”I can highly recommend the service and utter professionalism by the staff at KBS Corporate.
They provided a high level of information right through the marketing and negotiation stages and ultimately the final transaction.”

”The Company were extremely professional and we achieved our business sale at a value we were very happy with. At the first meeting we had a detailed plan of how KBS would market our business and what we could expect. KBS achieved everything they promised. They have very experienced and friendly staff who guided us in meetings with potential buyers.
I would not hesitate to recommend KBS, we could not have managed without them.”

”KBS represented a supplier of ours in their sale process. We ended up acquiring the business. The KBS team led a professional process and we are pleased with how the managed it. We would certainly consider being involved in another process with KBS acting as broker”

”My business partner and I were looking to sell our business as part of a 15 year plan. We approached a number of selling agents and reviewed available info on each. Steve conducted a presentation to our senior management team about the process and gave an indication of the value of the business based on multiples and industry type from previous sales data.
This all fitted with our expectations so we proceeded with the initial marketing fee. Jay Singh was then allocated to us as our consultant and a marketing prospectus was generated following a detailed analysis of our business. Prior to marketing our business, we were issued with a list of prospective buyers and these were combined with our own list of suggestions. We were very particular about the type of buyer we would deal with which narrowed the list considerably. Within a month we had a handful of prospects and qualified leads. Teams meetings with interested parties and some site visits followed. A number of indicative offers were received and we accepted one within 3 months of marketing our business. The hard work then began. 6 months of DD followed and further negotiations took place. We finally completed our sale almost 12 months after starting the process. KBS were absolutely outstanding in my opinion. Without the assistance of Jay Singh, I am not sure this transaction would have taken place. As a seasoned consultant, ACA qualified and a superb project manager and negotiator, he helped us to negotiate a tricky path. He went well beyond what we could have hoped for and he worked evenings and weekends to complete the deal. Well worth the fees involved. He introduced us to contacts he had worked with previously and we continue to be involved with post sale. KBS matched us with buyers that were closely aligned with our vision and we are very pleased with the outcome. Highly recommended.”

”Oliver at KBS Corporate did a grand job in selling my business. From start to finish kept us informed and up to date. Would recommend Oliver/KBS if you are thinking of selling your business. Thanks Oliver and everyone else involved at KBS”

”Exceptional from start to finish. Recently completed on the sale of our business and can honestly say it wouldn’t have happened without KBS. It’s a long arduous process but our guy Tom looked after us fantastically well and guided us through to the end. Cannot recommend highly enough”

”It’s not every day one sells one’s business so we greatly appreciated the assistance of KBS in navigating and brokering an unfamiliar (and at times frustrating!) journey.

We are grateful for the sustained efforts of Steve and the KBS team to get our sale completed and for keeping us informed throughout, especially in the tense closing stage.

We were pleasantly surprised that KBS were able to bring a really good offer to us for our consideration so soon after initial instruction, and ultimately delighted with the outcome.”

”We engaged the services of KBS just at the start of the pandemic. They helped us at every stage, especially Luke who was extremely professional and was always available for advice and support. We had several enquiries and offers and we have just completed the sale to the perfect investor. We would highly recommend the services of KBS”

”It’s not every day you sell your business and after many years of building up a successful one and the difficulties throughout the pandemic we really appreciated the assistance of KBS in navigating and brokering an unfamiliar and sometimes frustrating journey. We are grateful for Nathan and his team at KBS to eventually get our sale over the line especially at a time of uncertainty within our sector, information and assistance was always at hand when it was needed. We also used KBS’s Solicitors to finalise our deal and Harriet was excellent throughout the process. I would not hesitate to use KBS if I was to sell a business again.”

”We appointed to sell the business after considering other options. We concluded KBS as the most professional. We were allocated a Director who would guide us through the process until the sale was achieved. A sizeable list of interested parties was generated from which a shortlist was prepared. The eventual buyer being from this list. Throughout we were supported by KBS finding the team helpful and professional. In conclusion a successful sale with the required price achieved.”

”KBS was a superb partner for our sale. They held our hand through the process from creating compelling marketing collateral, and extensive outreach programme that generated multiple interested buyers through to the complex minefield of negotiation, due diligence and closure. Throughout they were always available to advise, de-mystify, counsel and guide us. Simply put I wouldn’t look anywhere else than KBS if we did this again!”

”We engaged KBS to market and manage the sale of a controlling interest in our companies. They were professional and value adding from the beginning. The marketing material and detailed information packs they produced were accurate and very well presented. They did a lot of research into our industry sector to identify potential buyers we had not even heard of and supported the negotiations and the conclusion of the deal 100%. Good to deal with and responsive throughout. Would highly recommend.”

”KBS are the UK’s leading advisors/brokers to SMEs – and for good reason. They have an unrivalled network of contacts and investors who they can utilise to find the right investor for a business. Our experience with them was faultless. They learned about our company and requirements and then found an investor who shared our vision for the future of our business.
During the transaction the team at KBS worked night and day on our behalf – in particular Guy Haynes our Corporate Director – to enable the best possible result in a very short time frame.
We were also able to benefit from ‘in-house’ legal and tax advisors who worked together with KBS effectively and efficiently. I cannot recommend more highly.”

“After a great deal of thought and consideration we engaged with the services of KBS Corporate to assist in a Management Buyout. Although the process was far more challenging than first anticipated, they guided us through this well. Their professionalism and dedication was apparent throughout the journey. Guy Haynes and his team deserve a special thanks for making the aspirations of my business partner and I become reality.”

“I have had multiple touch points with this business and one person in particular really stood out – Alison Horton.
Alison is one of those people you rarely get to deal with, but always want to! Clearly understands your objective and the brief, first time every time. She basically just gets it, but somehow manages to make your life easier in the process. Always gets back to you when she promises, and is an absolute pleasure to deal with. I couldn’t recommend Alison highly enough, she is a real asset to KBS and I hope we find another acquisition to work on soon, so we can do more work together.”

“Decided to instruct KBS in the sale of our business, the sale was completed in record time within 8 months. Steve was a pleasure to deal with and supported us throughout the process, we signed up for the legal package at the beginning of the deal, the solicitor instructed was professional and efficient. We would recommend KBS to anyone selling a business”

“KBS were good to deal with from start to finish. The marketing of my company was very professional and I was impressed when I saw the company on the market. The first buyer messed about so much as they could not raise the money and this was the same with the next buyer. KBS put the company back on the market and a successful sale went through in 4 months. The agent I had at KBS was brilliant in all ways and also I used a solicitor through KBS who was also brilliant. They got my company sold and were very good to deal with. I would highly recommend KBS.”

“The service offered by KBS to assist in the sale of my company was first class from start to finish. Every step was explained to me and Fabio guided me through the whole process very professionally.”

“We appointed KBS to help us sell our business and were extremely pleased with the support they provided. They provided an accurate estimate of our business value and provided professional support throughout the whole end to end process. Would definitely use them again.”

“I used KBS Corporate to broker a deal when I sold my company. Fabio Rambelli was my consultant throughout and whilst the sale process was rather stressful at times, Fabio and the KBS team were very good at soaking up the stress and and making the process so much more manageable. If I find myself in a similar position in the future, I would not hesitate to employ the services of KBS Corporate again.”

“We engaged KBS to support us in the sale of our company in the certification space. Their team supported and guided us every step of the way to achieve an outcome which exceeded our expectations. It is important to ensure you understand all of your costs in the process from the outset including those associated with matters such as free cash within the company.”

“I sold my business last year and appointed KBS as the broker for the process. This came from them contacting us and asking if we ever considered selling and was in that process at the time. After they marketed the business and we was appointed Jay Singh as a one to one contact and took us all the way through the process from speaking to potential buyers to agreeing the sale with the new owners to completion. It is not an easy process but they helped us through it and was very good at dealing with an international buyer and although some bumps in the road we were happy with the outcome.”

“KBS supported our business sale from finding potential buyers to provision of legal advice to allow completion of the sale process.
Communication was excellent throughout. Luke Rae, our corporate deal executive, was thorough and professional and supplied mental support when required! I would definitely recommend KBS most highly.”

“KBS acted as agents for the sale of our business, and they represented us very well throughout all stages of the process. Our main contact, Tom Eatough, was proactive, skilled and always willing to help”

“I was happy, it was an easy process and KBS handled it well. I would recommend KBS Corporate to anyone who wants to explore a business sale and is seeking sound advice.”

“KBS Corporate has been a fantastic partner for us. From initial research through to deal completion, George Barnes (Associate Corporate Director), Aaron (McWilliams, Senior Research Analyst) and the entire team were dedicated, hard-working, thoughtful, considerate and found several parties interested in our business.
“Within six months of the initial teaser, the deal completed and we are all thrilled with the outcome.”

“Mark Lucas (Managing Director), George Jackson (Associate Director) and their team were simply brilliant to work with. They were an exceptional support through every stage of the sale and made our job easy.
“They clearly understood our business and the market, which was reflected in the expertly written and designed marketing materials and their ability to generate lots of interest from potential buyers.
“They were on the front foot throughout and were instrumental in finding the best price and home for our business and getting the deal done.

“Another deal completed with Adam Nelson. Adam’s expertise, professionalism and commitment to achieving the best outcomes for our respective clients are truly commendable. It was a pleasure working with you Adam and I would wholeheartedly recommend KBS Corporate if you are considering selling your business.”

“I have worked on a number of transactions with Oliver Rigby at KBS Corporate and cannot recommend him highly enough for his responsiveness, hard work and diligence. Oliver’s attention to detail and attentiveness to each deal he is involved in is remarkable. I really enjoy working with him!”

“I’ve worked with the KBS team now for around six years and completed around 40-plus transactions with them in that time.

“I have been really impressed with the way they conduct and chase the deal until completion. Each of them is a pleasure to deal with and extremely helpful throughout the transaction, and importantly to get the right outcome for their clients. They always make time to explain or pick up the phone to clients.

“They develop a good relationship with the buy-side, which I think helps to smooth the transaction to completion. Likewise, though, they are not scared to have the ‘tough’ conversation with the other side. They genuinely hand-hold clients – it’s not just ‘sales’ talk.

“If you are considering selling your business, I would highly recommend speaking to them.”

“Langcliffe International have always had a positive experience working with KBS.  The collaboration between us has enabled our buyers to acquire a number of businesses for sale. KBS’s market knowledge and their transparent communication makes it very easy to move processes along.”

“I have really enjoyed working with Fabio Rambelli (Associate Director) and I hope to be able to acquire many more businesses from him and KBS. Thank you, Fabio and KBS. Look forward to the continued journey with you!”

“Adam Nelson (Corporate Deal Executive) did a fantastic job in keeping things moving and getting us over the line. Many thanks again to KBS — it’s very much appreciated!”