Exit Preparation & Due Diligence

Richard Jones

London
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I help SME founders and PE-backed businesses solve complex financial challenges through focused strategic conversations. As technical controller for Clearpay during one of the largest fintech acquisitions in history (Block's $29bn deal), I've navigated the most sophisticated due diligence processes and can quickly diagnose what's blocking your progress. Call Me For: Exit preparation: What investors/acquirers actually look for in your financials Cash flow optimisation: Unlock trapped working capital and improve liquidity Fundraising roadblocks: Why your numbers aren't convincing investors SaaS/fintech scaling: Unit economics, burn rates, growth metrics that matter PE/VC readiness: Deal structure, due diligence preparation, valuation optimisation Why Founders Call: 20+ years solving problems across start-up to £40M+ businesses Proven results: Successful exits, profitable growth, strategic restructuring Industry experience: Fintech, SaaS, healthcare, engineering, retail Deal expertise: From pre-revenue funding to $29bn exits My Approach: Quick diagnostic thinking. I listen, identify the core issue, then give you the framework and next steps. No theoretical advice, practical solutions from someone who's been in the room when deals happen. Credentials: EdD, MBA, FCMA, FIOD