Our Approach
We approach succession with clarity and entrepreneurial responsibility.
How we work
How we shape a succession
A successful succession starts with structure and trust. A well-executed succession process requires clear structure and mutual trust. Our investment approach is personal and designed to provide business owners with a reliable, tailored solution.
Our Investment Process
We begin with a video call to get to know each other and to develop a shared understanding of your business model, company culture, and goals. During this conversation, we also assess initial alignment with our investment criteria.
Next, we aim for an in-person visit to dive deeper. This allows us to answer open questions and gives the business owner an opportunity to meet the KHCP team. A guided tour of operations offers valuable insight into the company’s day-to-day activities.
If there’s a mutual fit, we will provide an indicative offer within a week. This includes a description of our investment model and a proposed timeline for next steps.
Once we agree on the key terms, we conduct a structured review of financial, legal, and operational aspects. This process is designed to be minimally disruptive to daily operations.
The purchase agreement is tailored to reflect everything discussed and agreed upon. This phase involves detailed conversations with legal counsel to finalize the contractual terms.
While we aim for long-term partnerships, every succession path is unique. We offer flexible transition models, allowing the owner to gradually step back and hand over to a jointly identified successor—at a pace that works for both sides.
Our Investment Criteria
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How we add value
KHCP Torq is our operational value creation initiative. Working side by side with management teams and employees, we identify opportunities and implement them in a structured, results-driven manner—focused on measurable impact and sustainable growth.
Increase sales efficiency
Optimize sales and marketing channels
Implement and scale digital marketing strategies
Manage marketing spend effectively
Derive actionable insights from customer data
Identify inefficiencies and benchmark performance
Streamline and automate core processes
Optimize working capital
Identify new business areas, markets, and customer segments
Launch go-to-market initiatives
Develop product extensions and adjacent offerings
Introduce long-term compensation and bonus programs
Attract, develop, and retain key talent
Manage and measure employee performance
Support in acquisitions, divestitures, and mergers
Assist with post-merger integration
Optimize the balance sheet with a focus on core operations
Develop long-term financial plans
Secure capital across the capital structure
Implement actionable financial and operational reporting
Benchmark and control indirect costs
Select and negotiate with new suppliers
Assess and optimize the supply chain
Identify technological disruption risks and opportunities
Develop supporting digital products
Manage and optimize IT infrastructure
Execute an AI strategy
Implement cybersecurity and data protection measures