Moorcrofts Means Business
Welcome to 'Moorcrofts Means Business' podcast, where our speakers will be discussing legal topics to help you run your business as efficiently as possible. Topics will range from buying and selling a company in the UK or abroad, legal technology matters from open source licences through to software and hardware contracts and IP protection, leasing a commercial property and the very thorny and ever evolving landscape of employment law and contractual services. All our podcasts are for general information and are not to be taken as bespoke legal advice.
Moorcrofts Means Business
How to approach growth through merging or buying another business
Welcome to Episode 3, Series 7 of the Moorcrofts Means Business podcast.
In this episode, Corporate Partners Will Pearce and Barry Maytum explore the key considerations when approaching business growth through mergers, acquisitions, or purchasing another company.
They cover:
- The legal process involved in acquisitions and mergers
- Understanding your starting point and objectives — are you looking for a product, service, IP, key people, or a balance sheet opportunity?
- The benefits of engaging advisers early and assembling the right professional team
- The different types of acquisitions and what they mean in practice
- Funding options available and how they work in real-world scenarios
- Practicalities — assessing whether your business is ready, and how to manage the business post-acquisition to ensure smooth integration, cultural alignment, and long-term success
Whether you're actively exploring growth opportunities or just starting to consider the possibilities, this episode provides a practical overview of what to expect and how to get started the right way.