Merger and Acquisition – Borderless International

Case Study: Strategic Divestment for Sustainable Legacy

Borderless International works with reputable brands that span the globe.

Higher Education Business:

Background:

After years of dedication and building a reputable brand, the directors of a private higher education provider deliberated on a strategic exit. The foremost priority wasn’t merely financial; it was about entrusting their legacy to capable hands. They sought an acquirer who would not only offer the right price but also perpetuate their brand with the same fervor and dedication.

The Challenge:

Launching into the higher education realm isn’t just about a curriculum shift; it demands strategic positioning, substantial investments, regulatory compliance, and an understanding of the intricate higher-education landscape.

Our Solution:

After a rigorous preparation phase, it was discerned that another player in the education sector would best ensure the brand’s longevity and success. The potential acquirer needed to be more than just an organization seeking an EBITDA enhancement; there had to be a genuine strategic alignment.

With this vision in mind, Borderless crafted a comprehensive Information Memorandum (IM). This wasn’t just a document—it was a narrative that highlighted the strategic advantages of the acquisition beyond mere data points.

Outcome:

In just four months, Borderless successfully orchestrated the acquisition, meeting the expectations of all parties involved. The transition was seamless, and the satisfaction was universal. Such was the camaraderie and trust developed during the process that the relationships forged have thrived well beyond the settlement phase.

Strategic Divestment of Higher Education Business
$20M TURNOVER / 45 STAFF / 2000 STUDENTS P.A.

After many years, the directors of a private higher education provider made the decision to exit their business. It was vital to them that their legacy continue by finding a suitable buyer that would carry their brand on with pride. Additionally, with no desperate need to sell, they were only prepared to release their business for the right price.

After and extensive preparation process, it was identified that an existing education business would offer be the best chance of the brand’s continued success and additionally there would need to be a strong strategic fit to the acquiring business, rather than an organisation simply wishing to “bolt-on” more revenue and EBITDA.

After developing an extensive, ultra-professional IM that spoke to the strategic benefits of the business not just relayed information, Borderless was able to secure the acquisition and settle within four months. All parties were extremely happy with the process and result and have maintained a relationship post settlement

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Borderless International is an education advisory firm offering a range of corporate services within the global education and associated services sectors. Our focus is to work with our clients throughout the various stages of their business life-cycle from inception, growth and maturity to exiting. We service key decision makers including CEO’s, C-suite executives, boards and business owners. Our diverse services ensure we can provide beneficial advice and guidance in strategic decision making and execution, be it diversified innovative growth, mergers & acquisitions, expansion, consolidation, interim services, succession planning and exiting.

We have a craving for business success, continual improvement and diversified innovation by working closely with organisations to achieve superior outcomes. Our fundamental role can incorporate several responsibilities and tasks relating to assisting organisations set and meet their strategic objectives at specific stages of their life-cycle.