Our Mission: Empowering UK SMEs with Clarity and Confidence
CompanyValuation.org.uk was founded on a simple but powerful principle: every business owner in the United Kingdom, regardless of their company's size or sector, deserves to understand its true value. For too long, professional business valuation has been perceived as a complex, costly, and opaque process, accessible only to large corporations or those already deep into a sale. We are here to change that.
Our mission is to democratise business valuation for the backbone of the British economy – the Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs). We provide accessible, intuitive tools and clear, jargon-free resources designed to empower you, the business owner, with the financial clarity needed to make informed strategic decisions. Whether you are planning an exit, seeking investment, motivating your team with an employee share scheme, or simply benchmarking your progress, knowing your value is the essential first step.
Forged from Experience: A Blend of Financial and Legal Expertise
Our platform was not built in a vacuum. It is the product of decades of combined experience from our founding team of chartered accountants, corporate finance advisors, and commercial solicitors. Having guided hundreds of UK SMEs through the intricate processes of mergers, acquisitions, and fundraising, we witnessed a recurring theme: business owners often came to the table unprepared, with a valuation based on guesswork rather than data. This frequently led to leaving significant value unrealised or facing protracted, stressful negotiations.
We knew there had to be a better way. We set out to build a tool that combined the rigour of professional financial analysis with the accessibility of modern technology. Our valuation methodology is grounded in the widely accepted EBITDA multiples approach, trusted by investors and acquirers across the country. However, we go beyond a simple calculation. We believe in educating our users, which is why our platform is supported by a growing library of resources explaining the key drivers behind valuation—from improving profitability to understanding the nuances of industry-specific multiples.
Our Core Values: The Principles That Guide Us
Everything we do is guided by a set of core values that reflect our commitment to the SME community.
- Accessibility: We believe that financial insight should not be exclusive. Our tools are designed to be user-friendly and our content is written in plain English, ensuring that every business owner can benefit from our services, regardless of their financial background.
- Accuracy: While our free tool provides an indicative valuation, it is based on robust methodologies and up-to-date market data. We are committed to providing the most accurate possible snapshot to serve as a powerful starting point for your strategic planning.
- Empowerment: Our ultimate goal is to empower you. Knowledge is power, and a clear understanding of your company's value gives you the confidence to negotiate effectively, plan strategically, and build a more resilient and successful enterprise.
- Integrity: We operate with the utmost integrity. Your data is treated with the strictest confidentiality, and our advice is always impartial and in your best interest. We are your trusted partner on the journey to realising your company's full potential.
Beyond the Numbers
At CompanyValuation.org.uk, we know that a business is more than just a set of figures on a balance sheet. It's a story of innovation, hard work, and ambition. It's about the people you employ and the customers you serve. Our role is to help you translate that story into a financial narrative that the market can understand and value appropriately. We are passionate about helping UK SMEs thrive, and we believe that starts with a clear and confident understanding of what you have built. Let us help you discover your company's true worth today.