We are delighted to announce that SamCorp have merged with Kreston Reeves, a highly respected, longstanding firm of accountants, business and financial advisers. SamCorp directors Peter Samuels and Darren Hurdle will move into the Gatwick office of Kreston Reeves and trade as Kreston Reeves. Established in 1998 as Samuels Corporate, SamCorp is a specialist corporate finance and strategic consultancy offering tailored advice to shareholders, directors and managers across a broad range of sectors.  It has been behind some of the highest profile company sales and acquisitions in th ..read more

SamCorp is delighted to announce that Peter Samuels has secured the prestigious Dealmaker of the Year Award 2018 at the Insider South East Dealmaker Awards. The highly coveted title, awarded by a panel of judges, recognises the individual who has made the greatest contribution to the Corporate Finance market place over the past twelve months in the South East region. Commenting on his achievement, Peter said, “it is most satisfying to be recognised for helping company owners achieve an exit from the businesses they have built, be it by trade sale or, as often in the case of SamCorp, by structu ..read more

SamCorp is delighted that the MBO of European Process Plant (a deal engineered and advised on by SamCorp) has won Insider’s Deal of the Month for October. Read Insider article here ..read more

SamCorp is delighted to have been awarded Best Corporate Finance & Strategic Consultancy Firm – England & the Excellence Award for Cross-Border M&A at the 2017 International Finance Awards. The awards celebrate the extraordinary talents of those within the industry. These awards have been designed to recognise the dedication and innovation made by leading lights of this dynamic domain. Discussing the awards, Emma Keen, Coordinator commented: “The finance market around the world is full of dynamic innovators who are committed to excellence. As such it with great pride that I co ..read more

When you have worked hard to build up a successful business it is natural to feel uncertain about selling it. But what if you could pass it on to a team of trusted and reliable individuals who are already involved in the business? Management buyouts (MBOs), where the existing managers acquire all or a large part of the company, are often over-looked by owners but can offer several advantages for both the seller and the company itself. Smooth transition A common concern for many exiting owners is how the company will change under new ownership. Selling to a management team who know and understa ..read more

SamCorp is delighted to announce the completion of the Management Buy-Out (MBO) of plastics manufacturer DW Plastics Limited acting for the management team. Established in the 1980s, Chichester based DW Plastics has more than 35 years’ experience in the manufacture of high quality, bespoke thermoplastic extrusion profiles from a variety of materials which are exported around the world. DW Plastics manufactures products for a variety of sectors including marine, construction and retail. SamCorp advised the management team of four experienced senior employees, with Sue Burley leading the MBO an ..read more

SamCorp is delighted to see such significant growth for Independent Growth Finance (IGF) following their BIMBO last year. Since securing a multimillion-pound investment from private equity firm Spring Ventures in March 2016 IGF has reported a 273% increase in funds out, with a total of £47.3m provided to businesses across the UK. Read the full article here ..read more

We are proud to congratulate our Chairman, Peter Samuels, on receiving the prestigious accolade “Highly Commended Dealmaker of the Year” at the Insider South East Dealmakers Awards 2017.  The award recognises Peter’s long-term service to the South East Corporate Finance community and his ongoing commitment to advising local businesses ..read more

SamCorp is delighted to have been awarded “Best Corporate MBO Advisory 2016 – UK” at the prestigious AI Private Equity Awards. The 2016 Private Equity Awards are a celebration of excellence in the global Private Equity arena, highlighting the expertise and ambition of the individuals and companies involved; from initial funding to eventual exit, and of course those that advise it. Discussing the awards, Coordinator Jonathan Hicks commented: “With these awards we turn the spotlight on those working in this dynamic and innovative industry. I am exceptionally proud to showcase the ..read more

SamCorp is proud to have been awarded “UK – Corporate Finance Advisory Firm of the Year” at the ACQ5 Global Awards 2016. “We are delighted to have received this award which recognises the team’s hard work and dedication in the UK Corporate Finance arena,” said SamCorp Director Kevin Paget. “The 11th Annual ACQ5 Global Awards honour the leading deal teams, firms and professionals whose activities set the standard for our markets. This year, companies and individuals, representing every major market in the world, became finalists for the awards. The 2016 ACQ5 Global Award winners always represen ..read more