De Leon Associates
M & A Boutique for SMEs
De Leon Associates
Specialist, boutique M & A for SME entrepreneurs selling at between £500k and £4m
Welcome to the online home of De Leon Associates - a firm that works with business owners to achieve a
successful sale of their business. The Head Associate is Philip Westerman. Philip has many years experience
starting, running and selling his own companies. In addition, he has experience operating as Managing Director
within an acquisitive UK PLC as well as extensive experience working independently in M & A activities as a
Business Transfer Agent in the SME sector.
De Leon Associates exists to provide results to entrepreneurs and investors looking to divest ownership of their business. It may be the first, and only , time that you are ever involved in such a transaction. Whether it is a sale of the business, or the shares in the business, and whether the sale is to new third party or MBO, or MBI, we can find potential buyers and guide you through the process Our intensive and personal approach is not only what differentiates us, but also what makes us successful.
Boutique, Focused, Personal Service From Beginning to End
Proven, Expert Guidance
With years of experience, we have the capability and expertise to help you achieve your goals. Our 'style' is for your very experienced Account Manager to be responsible, for all aspects of the relationship between us, throughout the sale process. Other Associates can be called upon to bring additional research, finance and M & A ideas, but your account manager provides the main point of contact at all times (including outside of normal office hours!).
A Process Designed To Get Results
Teamwork and Chemistry
We believe that a successful sale outcome can be best achieved if the business is truly ready for a sale, the entrepreneurs have clear, achievable goals and that we can work together closely, effectively, sometimes intensely ... and enjoyably.
Introductory Consultation
We Exist To Help You Achieve Your Goals
... but are we 'right' for each other? Many of the major 'players' in our sector can boast many tens, or even hundreds, of employees and have sold many hundreds of businesses over a long time - but their percentage conversion rates are single figure. At De Leon Associates, we aim to sell every business we work with because we choose our clients carefully. If we don't think we are right for you or we don't think we can sell your business at the price you want, we will tell you before we charge you any fees!