This case study is a great example of what happens when the right people come together around a transaction.
It highlights a management buyout, where the goal wasn’t just funding the transaction; it was creating a platform for the next phase of growth.
Partner
Introduced By Nikki Whittle
Partner & Head of M&A, Brabners – Preston
Nikki needed a funding partner who could deliver certainty on a live MBO transaction and provide a platform for future growth.
“In an MBO, timing and reliability matter. Orca understood the transaction and delivered for the MBO and working capital moving forward.”
The Client
True North Talent
Specialists in permanent & temporary recruitment.
Amy and Emma were completing a management buyout and required:
- Share purchase funding
- Scalable working capital
- A lender aligned to growth
This wasn’t just funding.
It was a leadership transition and support for growth.
Orca's Approach
The Strategy
Led by Marc McLoughlin, Orca Finance
Two specialist solutions.
Two lenders.
One coordinated structure.
- Structured MBO facility
- Competitive invoice finance programme
- Completion aligned with legal transaction
“This was about giving the new leadership control and confidence from day one.”
Funding Partners
Management Buyout
Asset Advantage Business Finance
Jonty Cook – Broker Manager
Philip Knight – Head of Credit & Risk
Specialist M&A funding. Clear credit process. Delivered with certainty.
Invoice Finance
Novuna Cash Flow Finance
Richard Granger
Selected after a structured market programme.
Progressive. Supportive. Growth-focused.
Outcome
The Result
- Amy and Emma now have full control
- Structured buyout funding in place
- Flexible invoice finance facility secured
- Positioned for growth
Amy & Emma:
“We are delighted with the new facilities, in control, and ready for the next phase. Thank you to Brabners and Orca for the support.”
