About Us
Our vision is to secure succession planning in the SME sector. TSP offers a platform that unites the interests of search fund entrepreneurs, investors and business owners.
The carefully selected searchers are actively accompanied and supported throughout the entire process. The professional acquisition process, which is managed by TSP, ensures security and transparency for all parties involved - both for the searchers and for the sellers.
Investors are given the opportunity to invest in attractive SMEs and actively participate in the performance of our portfolio companies. Qualified successors preserve life's work and jobs and strengthen economic stability in the respective regions.
Partnership
We accompany you as an active partner on your path to entrepreneurship. In addition to access to capital and a network, we provide a structured approach, infrastructure, M&A expertise and operational know-how so that the search fund entrepreneur can focus on finding the right company.
The TSP platform enables our search fund entrepreneurs to concentrate 100% on the search and thus find their suitable target company quickly and effectively.
Is the Search Fund model right for me?
Network
A strong network of searchers, investors and entrepreneurs provides valuable resources and contacts
Market analysis
Carry out a thorough market and competition analysis to identify the market players and their opportunities and risks.
Investment Proposal
Investment Proposal Create a convincing investment proposal that presents your concept clearly and attractively.
Investors
Choose investors who not only contribute capital, but also strategic added value.
How do I find the right target company?
Structure
A clear structure during the search is essential for an effective search process.
Motivation
Your inner motivation is the key to entrepreneurial success.
Openness
Openness to new ideas and opportunities increases your chances of success.
Analysis
A precise analysis lays the foundation for the identification and evaluation of target companies.
What do you need for a successful transaction?
Details
Pay attention to the details – they often make the difference between success and failure.
Conditions
Clear conditions create a solid basis for successful negotiations.
Objectivity
Maintain objectivity to make informed and fair decisions.
Due Diligence
Thorough due diligence minimises risks and maximises the value of your investment.
How do I increase the value of the company for myself and investors?
Strategy
Develop and pursue a clear growth strategy that serves as a foundation for sustainable value creation.
Operational processes
Continuously improve operational processes to increase productivity and efficiency and create added value.
Employees
Make sure that you attract and develop the right talent for your company to ensure long-term success.
Costs
Make sure you have an efficient cost structure to maximise the profitability of your company.
How do I prepare for the exit?
Preparation
Plan your exit strategy at an early stage: Set up operational and financial key figures that are sustainable and resilient.
Communication
Be in constant dialogue with your investors. Create trust through transparency and honesty.
Team
Ensure that your (management) team remains efficient even without you.
Process
A professional and structured exit process maximises company value and transaction security.
Advantages of working with Tembo
Access to the TSP investor universe
Network access
KPI-based selection process and evaluation.
KPI-based selection process and evaluation.
Setting up a professional and audited corporate structure
Due diligence coordination and investor reporting
Structuring of the acquisition incl. equity/debt financing
Provision of infrastructure
Comprehensive support for the right personnel selection
Provision of preselected deal flow
Strategic impulses for growth levers
Accompaniment and support of the exit process
Gender note
TEMBO SEARCH PARTNERS lives and promotes diversity and equal opportunities, regardless of age, cultural background, disability, sexual orientation, gender and gender identity. Where the masculine form is used in the text, this is done for the sake of readability only. It always includes all people.