Mid-Sized Company

Successfully implement the succession of your mid-sized company with VAP.

Even highly profitable mid-sized companies struggle to find a successor. Discover how VAP can solve this challenge for you.

Typical Obstacles When Selling a

Mid-Sized Company

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Do you want to sell your company?

Mid-Sized Company

verkaufen?

Then you are likely facing the following challenges:

Your company is undervalued

Determining the achievable market value of a mid-sized company is often complex and depends on many factors.

No concrete sale preparation

Your company is not yet sufficiently prepared for a sale, as selling has never been considered before.

No experience in selling a company

You have built your company over many years or are running it in the second or third generation, and now, for the first time, you are facing the challenge of selling your business.

About VAP

Peter Nadolinski: Your Partner for a Successful Business Sale.

Selling Your Business: A Critical Step – Simplified with VAP.
Venture Advisory Partners (VAP) supports business owners in finding the best buyer, achieving the optimal sale price, and managing the entire process in a structured and professional manner.

Our focus is on mid-sized companies that require tailored and discreet sales advisory services. We analyze the market, prepare all necessary documents professionally, conduct strategic buyer discussions, and guide our clients through to a successful transaction.

Since our founding in 2020, we have successfully facilitated transactions with a total volume exceeding €100 million, following a clear growth strategy for the future. With experience from projects totaling more than €4.5 billion, we understand what it takes to optimize business sales.

What Sets VAP Apart:
Tailored & Personalized Advisory –
No one-size-fits-all solutions; we develop customized strategies for each business sale.
Maximum Efficiency & Discretion – We ensure a seamless sales process with absolute confidentiality.
Proven Expertise in Billion-Euro Transactions – Our know-how is based on years of experience in national and international M&A deals.

VAP stands for a structured, professional, and results-driven business sale – from the initial analysis to a successful closing.

Peter Nadolinski | Founder & CEO
+€100 Mio.
Transaction volume since 2022
1.000+
Buyers, investors, and succession candidates in the network
+ 10 Years
M&A experience from SMEs to blue-chip corporations
> 60
Clients since founding

Our References

According to the 2024 DIHK Report on Business Succession, there are three times as many companies looking for a successor as there are potential successors.

Make Your Business Stand Out in the Market – with VAP.

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How to Sell Your Mid-Sized Company

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Direct contact with active buyers

Not every buyer is the right fit. We introduce you to buyers who will continue your life’s work securely into the future.

Realistic Valuation

Accurately determine market value. We derive a realistic company valuation by considering value-enhancing and value-reducing factors.

Secure Sales Process

From due diligence to contract completion. We guide you through every step, ensuring a discreet and seamless process.

Crystal-clear data situation

Data creates trust. We take care of the labor-intensive data preparation for you, so you can focus on your business without distractions.

Holger Thomas
Gesellschafter I&H Elektrotechnik

Ich habe über viele Jahre meinen Handwerksbetrieb zu einem regionalen Marktführer aufgebaut. Herr Nadolinski hat mich exzellent bei der vorausschauenden Suche nach einer Nachfolge begleitet. Unter 6 Angeboten habe ich mich für eine größere Handwerksgruppe mit dem attraktivsten Gesamtpaket entschieden. Hier stimmte einfach alles. Ich war erstaunt: Der Gesamte Verkaufsprozess hat nur 8 Monate gedauert. Ich würde VAP jedem wärmstens empfehlen.

Owner of a Medium-Sized Trading Company
Gesellschafter Schumm & Rösch

To plan my succession, I was looking for a buyer who would continue my life's work and be a good personal fit. Mr. Nadolinski and his team impressed me with their professionalism and extensive expertise. The sales process was nearly stress-free and successfully completed within nine months. I found the ideal buyer and sold at an attractive price.

Santiago Tolomei
Gesellschafter mittelständisches Unternehmen

Als neuer Gesellschafter eines Unternehmens mit 8-stelligem Umsatz aufgrund einer Erbsituation hat uns VAP exzellent bei der Vertretung unserer Interessen unterstützt. Innerhalb weniger Wochen hat VAP einen detaillierten Report zur finanziellen Situation des Unternehmens erstellt und die besten Handlungsoptionen aufgezeigt, die wir direkt umsetzen. Durch VAP können wir unsere Rolle als Gesellschafter aktiv wahrnehmen. Wir freuen uns auf die weitere Zusammenarbeit.

Dr. Sven Gelbke
Gesellschafter JustSolutions GmbH

Hervorragende Begleitung im gesamten M&A-Prozess Ich wurde von Venture Advisory Partners im Rahmen der Veräußerung meines Unternehmens begleitet und bin mit dem gesamten Prozess außerordentlich zufrieden. Von Beginn an war spürbar, dass Herr Nadolinski mit großer Erfahrung und Marktkenntnis den Prozess strategisch klug aufsetzte und die richtigen Weichen stellte. Ein professioneller Partner, der M&A-Prozesse wirklich versteht. Uneingeschränkt empfehlenswert.

Martin Picard
CEO @ Stoertebekker

Thanks to Peter and his team, we were able to successfully close our seed financing round with suitable investors. Venture Advisory Partners provided us with competent support, helped us structure our case and produced valuable intros. Their expertise was decisive for the entire process. I highly recommend working with every e-commerce founder.

Sabine Tofahrn
Founder JURIQ GmbH

The collaboration with Peter and his team was highly professional and led to a successful business sale. Peter impressed with his expertise, commitment, and appreciative communication, which made the entire process much smoother. The sale was completed stress-free and within a short time. I highly recommend him without reservation.

Michael H.
Founder Lucky-Kitty®

With great dedication, we built our premium brand in the cat food and cat furniture sector. Thanks to VAP’s support, we received numerous buyer inquiries and found the ideal buyer to carry our vision forward. The sale was professionally managed, resulting in a win-win situation for all parties involved. Without VAP, we would not have achieved this fantastic outcome.

Owner of an E-Commerce Outdoor Company
Gesellschafter MK Handels GmbH

Before working with Venture Advisory Partners, I was unsure whether consulting for a business sale would be worth it. Today, I know that without this investment, the sale would never have been so successful. Mr. Nadolinski and Mr. Balsys exceeded my expectations. Within just eight months, a stress-free sale took place, allowing me to choose the ideal buyer from multiple interested parties.

Dr. Leif Gerling
Partner LPA Law | Tax

VAP zeichnete sich durch eine hohe Kompetenz, gepaart mit Pragmatismus, Teamfähigkeit und jederzeitige Erreichbarkeit aus. All diese Qualitäten resultieren in einer nahtlosen Zusammenarbeit mit viel Freude und dem Mandanten im Fokus. Wir haben VAP schon mehreren Mandanten empfohlen - diese waren ausnahmslos begeistert.

Linda Link
Gründerin Valeaf

Durch das Team von VAP konnte ich mein E-Commerce Unternehmen erfolgreich verkaufen. Die Beratung lief professionell und zuverlässig ab. Das Team hat mich während der Due Diligence komplett entlastet. Auch die Verhandlungen hat VAP für mich erfolgreich übernommen. Ich habe mit einer zweistelligen Anzahl an konkreten Interessenten gesprochen und mich am Ende für den besten Deal entschieden. Ich danke VAP von Herzen - ohne sie wäre mein Unternehmeverkauf nicht möglich gewesen!

Tayfun Öner
Founder & CEO Miralina's

Working with Peter Nadolinski as an external CFO was a real asset. He provided full transparency on our financial situation and identified key levers for increasing profitability. The financial plan he developed gave us, for the first time, a strategic management tool. Peter's expertise and clear communication delivered real added value – highly recommended!

Stefan Rüttenauer
Geschäftsführer CleverOne GmbH

VAP wurde uns von einem Bekannten aus der Finanzbranche empfohlen. Das Team rund um Peter Nadolinski hat uns bei unserer Kapitalerhöhung für unser SaaS-Unternehmen eng begleitet. Mit VAP haben wir die perfekte Strategie entwickelt und dann gemeinsam umgesetzt. Am Ende konnten wir dank VAP das Wachstumskapital einwerben, das uns voran gebracht hat.

Christian Rinne
CFO DILICO engineering GmbH

Wir wurden durch Venture Advisory Partners GmbH ausgezeichnet zu Thema Unternehmenswert im Zuge unserer Kapitalerhöhung beraten. Die Leistung und Abwicklung war exzellent professionell und auf Augenhöhe. Innerhalb weniger Tage wussten wir genau, welche Hebel es in der Argumentation unseres Unternehmenswertes gibt. Sehr gerne wieder!

Dr. Tim Kerstges
Geschäftsführer Holegal

Peter Nadolinski und sein Team wissen ganz genau, was sie tun. Für mich kommt keine andere M&A-Beratung in Betracht. Gerade im mittelständischen Bereich und bei Wachstumsunternehmen ist VAP die richtige Adresse. Besonders herauszustellen sind Herr Nadolinski's Fähigkeiten und Erfahrungen in der Verhandlungsführung - er schafft es selbst schwierige Situationen im Sinne seiner Mandanten zu lösen.

Benedikt Sturm
Gründer Optalio GmbH

Wir waren/ sind mit der Beratung von VAP sehr zufrieden. Die Zusammenarbeit mit VAP lief sehr reibungslos und zielgerichtet ab. Die Mitarbeiter von VAP agieren professionell und sind bei Rückfragen auch kurzfristig gut zu erreichen. Der gesamte Prozess war gut strukturiert und wir haben uns stets gut beraten gefühlt. VAP würden wir jedem Unternehmen, welches sich um eine Wachstumsstrategie bemüht und entsprechende Expertise benötigt, ausnahmslos empfehlen.

Matthias Brüning
Nachfolge-Unternehmer

Peter Nadolinski ist ein echter Experte mit umfassender Branchenkenntnis. Wir vertrauten auf seine Fachkenntnis in der Einschätzung eines potenziellen Unternehmenskaufs, da wir ein Unternehmen in der Nachfolge übernehmen wollten. Seine Tipps haben uns sehr weitergeholfen eine M&A Transaktion als Käufer besser zu strukturieren.

Dominik Meidlinger
CEO ABC Brands E-Commerce GmbH

Peter provided excellent support to our e-commerce company as a virtual CFO in the area of finance and exit. With his expertise and new financial planning, we were able to increase liquidity and profit. The implemented structures and processes worked optimally. His network of buyers and his approach were of great value in the event of an exit — absolutely recommended!

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FAQ

Questions and Answers

How is VAP’s fee model structured?

Our compensation model follows common market standards. It consists of a monthly base fee for the duration of the collaboration, as well as a success fee based on the sale and receipt of the purchase price. Legal advisory services are not included in VAP’s offerings – if needed, we are happy to recommend competent and experienced law firms with whom we have successfully closed deals.

How does VAP support the preparation of a business sale?

Mid-sized companies do not always have access to optimal data quality. We address this challenge by extracting the maximum insights from available data to provide buyers with a solid foundation. Additionally, we obtain direct contact details from tax advisors during the preparation phase, ensuring that key financial discussions can be handled efficiently. This helps reduce the time investment for business owners while achieving excellent results and ensuring a fast, streamlined process.

How long does the business sale process take?

Before starting a sales process, we get to know you and your company and assess your individual situation. If selling your company is a viable option, we provide a detailed initial valuation free of charge, based on market standards, and generate the first buyer candidates. Based on this, you can decide whether to mandate VAP. Once you choose to work with VAP, the sales process is structured into five phases: the preparation phase, market approach, due diligence, negotiation phase, and closing phase. You should plan for a total process duration of six to eight months.

How is the value of mid-sized companies determined?

VAP exclusively applies valuation methods that derive a realistic and market-based valuation range. The multiples method is the primary approach, as it serves as the most important negotiation basis, particularly in the SME segment.