For owners · First conversation
What to expect when we first speak.
An informal, private conversation — usually by phone or video, or in person if you prefer.
Who will you speak to?
Shaun Yendall is the first contact. The conversation is a two-way discussion about the business and your priorities, with an adviser or partner involved if you prefer.
In the conversation
- Ask about Black Tier and its approach
- Explain what you want to explore
- Agree whether another conversation would help
A simple, two-way conversation.
About you
Your background, how the business started and where it is today.
About the business
The work, the clients and the team, in broad terms.
What you are considering
Sale, succession, a gradual exit, investment — or simply exploring options.
About us
Who Black Tier is, how we work and what happens after an investment.
Next steps
Whether it makes sense to continue, and if so, what would help.
You speak to the decision-maker.
First conversations are held with Shaun Yendall directly.
You are welcome to bring a business partner or adviser. Next steps are agreed at the end of the call, together — nothing happens by default.
Nothing to prepare, a few things to consider.
A first conversation needs nothing prepared. If it helps, the preparation guide has a short checklist of the broad points that are useful to have in mind, and a table of what can wait until a confidential stage is agreed.
Start a private conversation.
Tell us a little about your business and what you are considering. There is no obligation, and nothing moves forward without your agreement.