'READY BE BOUGHT'

Maximise the value of your business

Looking to exit your business in 3-10 years? Our experts can develop a tailored and structured exit plan that is guaranteed to maximise the value of the business. We simplify the transition process and offer clear, actionable insights with minimal impact on day to day operations. Get ready for a seamless, high-value exit!

Work with experts

Like many business owners, you are probably uncertain about how to maximise the value of your business. Our 'Ready Be Bought' experts will develop a clear exit strategy for a sale, family succession or external investment. Customised exit planning tailored to your specific business and personal goals are our speciality. We will support you and your team to streamline operations, enhance efficiencies and identify new opportunities and position you for the most profitable exit.

Our Approach

What we do

We help founders maximise the value of their business to get the best financial result when it's time to sell.

How we do it

Our experts have managed hundreds of successful exits and will guide you every step of the way.

Why we do it

To provide financial security for founders in retirement via a strategic, structured and profitable exit plan.

Why start planning for a 'Ready Be Bought' business today?

Competitive Advantage

Getting 'ready to be bought' demonstrates professionalism and strategic foresight. It enhances your company's appeal to potential buyers and gives you an edge in negotiations.

Financial Security

Strategically manage your finances to ensure your future beyond the business is secure. Plan now for a smooth exit when the right opportunity presents.

Increase Business Value

Streamline operations, enhance efficiencies and identify new opportunites to optimise the value of the business.

Stress Free Transition

Whether you plan to sell, raise capital, go public or pass the business on to family, a well-defined exit strategy managed by experts ensures a smooth transition when the time is right.

Stage 1

Structure (Days 1-30)

Discovery Sessions

3 half-day sessions to understand your business needs and goals.

Planning and Scripting

Intensive planning to establish a strong foundation for your business.

Objective

Set up a robust structure and streamline your business processes.

Stage 2

Strategy (Days 31-60)

Ideation Sessions

3 half-day sessions focused on strategic planning and forecasting.

Platform Installation

Implement a customized cloud-based system.

Objective

Develop strategic plans and ensure operational efficiency.

Stage 3

Growth (Days 61-90)

Engagement Sessions

3 half-day sessions on marketing and customer engagement strategies.

Operational Testing

30 days of testing the business operations and strategies.

Weekly Support

Weekly 2-hour sessions to provide ongoing support.

Objective

Refine your marketing approach and ensure sustainable business growth.

Meet the Team

Chris Wakeford

Chris is a visionary entrepreneur with a passion for purpose-driven enterprises. He places a high value on community and loves to help build businessess that contribute to the greater good. Chris has a talent for connecting people and specialises in developing co-ventures and collaborations that have generated millions of dollars for clients.

Venn Williams

Venn is a recognised expert in maximising business value. His focus is to increase the financial well-being of the business without having to generate additional revenue. His strategies deliver the most profitable exit and effective tax outcomes for the founder. Venn is an in-demand speaker in Australia and overseas due to his innovation in exit strategies.

Paul Niederer

Paul has an indepth undersanding of the levers that increase the value of a business. He has extensive experience in sourcing investors and helped raise $145m in capital via the world's first crowdfunding platform - ASSOB - which he operated for 8 years. Paul is also recognised as one of the world's leading experts in crowd funding and Blockchain technology.

Success Stories

The team at Blue Ocean Private has helped many business owners achieve remarkable results through the adoption of our time-tested principles and innovative strategies. Here are a just a few examples:

Small tech startup struggling to stand out

A small tech startup struggling to stand out in a crowded market. Through our process, they identified a unique market niche, developed an innovative product, and achieved a 3x increase in revenue within six months.

Established business looking to diversify

An established business looking to diversify its offerings and reach new customers. We helped them create a new value proposition, launch a successful marketing campaign, and expand their customer base by 50%.

Individual entrepreneur's passion project

An individual entrepreneur seeking to turn a passion project into a viable business. With our guidance, they developed a clear business plan, secured funding, and achieved sustainable growth.