We give lower to mid-market businesses looking to sell or acquire confidence in every decision.

Bright Harbour Advisory is a lead adviser on transactions valued between £5m and £75m. Our experience and expertise, applied to your specific situation, means we bring mid-market transactions to successful completion. We ensure that everything, from purchaser or investor identification, through marketing and negotiation, to project management of due diligence and legals is handled effectively. In today’s changing financial landscape, our straight-talking, actionable advice brings clarity and gives you confidence in every decision.

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“Bright Harbour Advisory maintained the highest levels of professionalism, attention to detail, patience, tenacity and good humour throughout our exit journey.”

Mark Barber
Director - ITM

“I truly appreciated the excellent collaborative support provided by Eleanor and her team, their efforts to deliver the successful outcome went far beyond my expectations.”

Martin Lloyd
Venture Lead Digital Services - Shell plc

“Having initially tried, and failed, to negotiate a business sale without an adviser I can now see the true value that high-quality advice adds.”

Diana Mackay
Co-Founder - MackayWilliams

“We are genuinely delighted with our association with Kristian and the team at Bright Harbour Advisory, who have diligently and attentively steered us through the investment process, demonstrating total understanding of our business alongside commitment and professionalism throughout. We can’t thank them enough.”

Chris Ball
Managing Director - Masterfix

“The experience and expertise of the Bright Harbour team proved to be vital. They managed interest from both our UK competitors and overseas trade acquirers to help us secure the best possible outcome.”

David Hogg
Managing Director - 8 Solutions

“Eleanor has successfully advised me on numerous transactions over the years. Not only is she technically strong but also easy to work with. I know she has my best interests at heart and is tenacious at getting the deal done”

Gary Burke
Group Executive Chairman - EGV

WHY BRIGHT HARBOUR ADVISORY IS RIGHT FOR YOU

Bright Harbour Advisory delivers exceptional deals for each of our clients because we consider the aims of the transaction, the ambitions of the relevant individuals, and the current market conditions at the outset. We unlock the right deal for you through continuous focus on your aspirations coupled with the drivers of your business.

With this approach centre of mind, we customise our advice and project manage a process that has been designed to achieve the right outcomes for you and your business. Whether we find you the right buyer or investor, or help you select the optimum time to make an acquisition or raise funds for growth, we tailor the tactics of your transaction to meet your specific needs.

Learn more about Bright Harbour Advisory, why we are different and how we might work with you.

About Us

A CLIENT-CENTRIC TEAM WITH DEEP EXPERIENCE

The Bright Harbour team has been curated to meet the specific needs of our size of client. With over 20 years M&A experience each, our Partners are supported by a Head of Research who has been identifying trade buyers and strategic investors for just as long. Our Manager and Associates are all qualified chartered accountants, hand-picked for their user-friendly attitudes and specific experience with businesses of a similar size to our clients.

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The Team

SELECTED TRANSACTIONS

We have been successfully closing M&A transactions for over a decade. Discover more about our extensive history of completed transactions here.

Deals

HOW CAN WE HELP?

We have the service offering you would expect from a seasoned, independent M&A lead advisory boutique, but first and foremost, Bright Harbour is a relationship-based firm. We get to know you, your business and your aspirations, which means we are able to construct and execute the right plan of action for you.

We believe in this so much, that if we aren’t the right fit, we will say so and do our best to point you in the right direction.

There is more information on our services here, however if you would like to talk through your situation and explore your options we would love to hear from you.

Services

ELEANOR
WILKINSON
Partner

T: 07795 800306

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KRISTIAN
GAVAN
Partner

T: 07971 603792

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WHAT MAKES US TICK

Candour and truth

You deserve more than theoretical advice. Our experienced team gives clear and candid recommendations you can act on fast.

Care and expertise

We are deeply invested in your success, so we combine intellectual rigour with a personal and proactive approach, to ensure you get the attention you need to optimise outcomes.

Approachable and dependable

Our team is approachable and ready to offer practical recommendations at every step. We give you our all to ensure you achieve your ambitions.

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