Knowledge Base

Our collection of regular articles, webinars, podcasts and free expert guides provide deep insight and practical advice across all aspects of Employee Ownership Trust.

Guides & Insights

An Insight into Employee Ownership

With an increasing number of owners now assessing the potential of selling their businesses to their employee, our Employee Ownership Insight examines the key advantages of employee ownership sales and answers the most frequently asked questions by business owners and management teams, such as:

  • Why sell to an Employee Ownership Trust?
  • Who will my business be valued?
  • How will the sale be funded?
Avondale Guide - Employee Ownership Trusts

Our Employee Ownership Trusts Guide is written to help business owners and management teams gain an in-depth understanding how an EOT may help shareholders create succession and secure shareholder value, whilst creating the legacy of a sustainable business working for the benefit of all staff members. Topics covered include:

  • Advantages, Benefits & Considerations of Employee Ownership
  • Forms of Employee Ownership & Funding the Transaction
  • Practicalities of Distributable Reserves & Implementation
Avondale Guide - Exit Strategies by Design

Set against a number of case studies, our Exit Strategies by Design Guide examines the different exit options available for business owners and shareholders, together with key elements to consider, such as preparation for the sale, valuation and timing. Topics covered include:

  • Detailed Overview of Possible Exit Strategies
  • Types of Buyers
  • Business Cycles & When to Exit

On-Demand Webinars

Our on-demand webinars are led by accomplished speakers and professionals covering all aspects of employee ownership sales. Bringing together specialist EOT advisors, trustees and ex-sellers, topics of discussion include the pros and cons of employee ownership, transaction steps, the cruciality of successful transition and life of previous owners after the sale.

Employee Ownership Sales with Avondale

We are the only advisor providing a turnkey solution that covers all aspects of an EOT from start to finish, maintaining personal services throughout. Contact us today to discuss how employee ownership could work for your business.