Dedicated Partner for Your Company's Next Chapter
Oggin is an entrepreneurial holding company acquiring and operating great European businesses.
GET IN TOUCH Oggin acquires and operates great European businesses, providing a dedicated, long-term home for your company's legacy.
We were founded on a simple principle: to find exceptional companies and devote our full energy to their enduring success.
Unlike traditional private equity firms, our goal isn't a quick sale. We are operators, not financial engineers, committed to taking a direct, hands-on leadership role and running the business for the long term.
We are dedicated to nurturing your team, protecting your customer relationships, and building on the strong foundations you have established for decades to come.
We were founded on a simple principle: to find exceptional companies and devote our full energy to their enduring success.
Unlike traditional private equity firms, our goal isn't a quick sale. We are operators, not financial engineers, committed to taking a direct, hands-on leadership role and running the business for the long term.
We are dedicated to nurturing your team, protecting your customer relationships, and building on the strong foundations you have established for decades to come.
Partnership Built for the Long Term
Our model is centred on becoming a full-time operator of the business we acquire. This allows you to transition with the confidence that your company is in capable, committed hands.
Our strategy for growth is grounded in sustainable operational excellence. We create value by:
We believe that a company's greatest asset is its people and its reputation. Our approach honours that belief by prioritising stable, thoughtful growth over disruptive change.
Our strategy for growth is grounded in sustainable operational excellence. We create value by:
- Optimising and professionalising business processes to enhance efficiency and prepare the company for scalable growth.
- Expanding market reach through focused, modern sales and marketing initiatives that respect your existing brand.
- Investing in your team and technology to foster innovation and secure a competitive edge for the future.
We believe that a company's greatest asset is its people and its reputation. Our approach honours that belief by prioritising stable, thoughtful growth over disruptive change.
Our Ideal Partner
We are seeking to acquire a stable, profitable businesses that align with our operational expertise and long-term vision. We believe the best partnerships are built on a shared foundation of quality and integrity.
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Industry / Sector- TMT/Digital/IT/Managed Services niche B2B software companies; or
- B2B / B2B2C product or light manufacturing companies supplying the infrastructure, defence, transport and/or engineering sectors.
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Financial ProfileHistory of stable profitability and consistent cash flow with revenue between £5 million and £20 million with a strong percentage of regular or recurring revenue. -
Business AttributesWe look for businesses with strong defensive characteristics such as operating in a fragmented market, own unique IP, and low customer concentration. -
Ideal SituationOur approach is the perfect solution for business owners who are considering retirement or wish to step back from the daily demands of management, but want to ensure the company they built continues to thrive under dedicated new leadership.
About the Team
Hugh Simpson
Principal Operator & Investor
Hugh is a former naval officer and seasoned executive with over two decades of experience as an operator and leader with a proven track record in growing and managing successful businesses. He has a demonstrated ability to drive growth and scale businesses across diverse sectors including technology, utilities, maritime, Defence, agriculture and critical infrastructure.
Throughout his career, Hugh has developed deep expertise in operations, finance, and strategy, equipping him with the skills necessary to lead a successful company into its next phase of growth. Hugh is dedicate to applying his skills directly and working closely with a dedicated team to build upon a founder's legacy.
Hugh's goal is not just to acquire a company, but to become its next steward, personally invested in its long-term success and the well-being of its employees, customers, and community.
Throughout his career, Hugh has developed deep expertise in operations, finance, and strategy, equipping him with the skills necessary to lead a successful company into its next phase of growth. Hugh is dedicate to applying his skills directly and working closely with a dedicated team to build upon a founder's legacy.
Hugh's goal is not just to acquire a company, but to become its next steward, personally invested in its long-term success and the well-being of its employees, customers, and community.
Advisory Board
- Luther PoierVC AdvisorLuther is an experience VC fund manager and private wealth associate with over 30 years experience building value for HNWIs and businesses.
- Alex HerlihySME PE AdvisorAlex is a serial entrepreneur and SME PE specialist having led and operated multiple businesses in consulting, property, hospitality.
Portfolio
Oggin has been operating across Europe since 2019 as an active operator, investor and board advisor in a number of start-ups and other businesses.
Let's talk about you.
If you are a business owner considering the future of your company, we would welcome a confidential, no-obligation conversation to explore if Oggin is the right partner for you. All discussions are held in the strictest confidence.
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