Private Deal Buy Side Cafe

Background
The acquirer, experienced in managing businesses in various sectors, sought to personally launch a F&B business to realize a long-held dream. To reduce the burden of initial investment and mitigate risks, the client preferred acquiring an existing brand over building a new business from scratch.
Client Needs
Among numerous F&B targets, the client sought guidance to make the best acquisition decision. The buyer requested support in securing operational know-how and a smooth handover process to maintain stable management after acquisition.

Overview
We provided guidance on key F&B performance indicators, focusing on clear verification of revenue, net profit, and fixed costs.
Key Actions
1. In-Depth Marketing Area & Asset Value Analysis
- Analyzed key data points such as location, foot traffic, competitive landscape, revenue, and net profit
- Provided guidance on key F&B-specific metrics and validation methods based on the data
2. Financial Due Diligence & Contract Risk Management
- Conducted a thorough review of essential financial documents, including VAT filings and sales records
- Carefully examined all contract terms—premium payments, equipment, goodwill, handover conditions—to prevent potential disputes
3. Support for Early-Stage Business Transition
- Coordinated handover schedules with the seller, who had successfully run the business for several years
- Structured the transfer of practical knowledge including signature recipes, operational manuals, and customer management practices
In a situation where strict screening is expected due to the company-wide strategy implementation, we conducted acquisition advice focusing on three key actions.
2025.04
[Buy] Private Deal
A KOSDAQ-Listed Company Seeking Strategic Breakthrough
In a situation where strict screening is expected due to the company-wide strategy implementation, we conducted acquisition advice focusing on three key actions.
2025.04
The advisory focused on evaluating the sustainability of operating profit through comprehensive due diligence to ensure post-acquisition revenue stability and predictability.
2025.01
[Buy] Private Deal
IT Business Acquisition by a Corporate Venture Team
The advisory focused on evaluating the sustainability of operating profit through comprehensive due diligence to ensure post-acquisition revenue stability and predictability.
2025.01
Our role was to ensure a smooth and timely acquisition by providing swift yet thorough due diligence support, assessing key risk factors relevant to the transaction.
2025.01
[Buy] Private Deal
Odters, Acquisition by a High-Net-Worth Individual
Our role was to ensure a smooth and timely acquisition by providing swift yet thorough due diligence support, assessing key risk factors relevant to the transaction.
2025.01
In order to design mid- to long-term profitability, we focused on companies with brand IPs with guaranteed entry barriers.
2024.11
[Buy] Private Deal
A Major Shareholder's Strategic Asset Allocation
In order to design mid- to long-term profitability, we focused on companies with brand IPs with guaranteed entry barriers.
2024.11
We strategically selected acquisition targets aligned with the acquirer’s expectations, verified key performance and licenses, and conducted site visits.
2024.07
[Buy] Private Deal
Y Co., a Group Restructuring and Business Integration
We strategically selected acquisition targets aligned with the acquirer’s expectations, verified key performance and licenses, and conducted site visits.
2024.07
We are advising H Co., a listed electronics company, on its strategic M&A initiative to expand into the B2C market.
2024.06
[Buy] Private Deal
H Co., a Listed Electronics Company Expanding into B2C
We are advising H Co., a listed electronics company, on its strategic M&A initiative to expand into the B2C market.
2024.06
We provided guidance on key F&B performance indicators, focusing on clear verification of revenue, net profit, and fixed costs.
2023.10
[Buy] Private Deal
A Private Investor Acquiring a F&B Brand
We provided guidance on key F&B performance indicators, focusing on clear verification of revenue, net profit, and fixed costs.
2023.10
We developed a three-phase action plan centered on synergy optimization, valuation accuracy, and risk management.
2023.10
[Buy] Private Deal
Serial Acquirer’s Bolt-On Acquisition
We developed a three-phase action plan centered on synergy optimization, valuation accuracy, and risk management.
2023.10
We developed tailored integration strategies that translated the client’s expertise into the new business context.
2022.11
[Buy] Private Deal
Horizontal Expansion in the F&B Sector
We developed tailored integration strategies that translated the client’s expertise into the new business context.
2022.11
L Co. is a specialized wind energy company focused on towers and turbines. We supported the company’s strategic exit by identifying and facilitating meetings with SPACs.
2022.03
[Buy] Private Deal
L Co., a Renewable Energy Company Seeking SPAC Merger
L Co. is a specialized wind energy company focused on towers and turbines. We supported the company’s strategic exit by identifying and facilitating meetings with SPACs.
2022.03
S Co., a chemical affiliate of one of Japan’s top three corporate groups, sought to expand its presence in Korea by acquiring a local secondary battery startup.
2022.01
[Buy] Private Deal
S Co., a Japanese Secondary Battery Manufacturer
S Co., a chemical affiliate of one of Japan’s top three corporate groups, sought to expand its presence in Korea by acquiring a local secondary battery startup.
2022.01
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