OUR STRATEGY
INVESTING IN LONG TERM SUCCESS
OUR VALUES
TRUST
We are transparent
in our approach with
all stakeholders
in a company.
PARTNERSHIP
We align the interests
of stakeholders to
create win-win
relationships.
PATIENCE
We have a long-term investment horizon that enables us to invest where others may not.
OUR APPROACH
We believe investing is about people, relationships, and partnerships, so we tailor our approach for each situation.
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We look for and invest in fundamentally sound companies. We approach each transaction objectively and take the time to listen and understand the seller’s objectives. We align stakeholder interests, goals, and commitments to build a foundation for our companies' growth.
We add value to investee companies through our expertise, talent, capital, and energy, taking on an active or passive role in managing investments depending on the situational needs.
TRANSACTION TYPES
Founder Divestiture
We have experience in transactions where existing founders/owners are seeking an exit for succession or retirement purposes. We recognize owner/operator dependence is common with many businesses – we have a demonstrated track record of transitioning owners out quickly.
Corporate Divestiture
​CIEL Capital has the resources and experience to complete the divestiture of “non-core” businesses within a corporate entity, facilitating the transition to a standalone business.
Recapitalization
In situations where multi-generational shareholders wish to diversify their holdings or fund partial liquidity, we can provide a solution to ensure optimal outcomes and minimize business disruption.
Management Buyout
We support strong management teams who wish to participate in the ownership transition of a business. We work alongside management and owners to ensure our collective interests are aligned while facilitating an ownership change.
OUR PROCESS
We structure transactions with flexibility and creativity to meet seller objectives and align stakeholder interests.
CERTAINTY
We offer fair valuations, with clearly defined terms, that lead to the certainty of closing.
SIMPLICITY
We provide simple deal terms and transaction processes that lead to closed deals. We do not overcomplicate the process.
STRUCTURE
We structure transactions to maximize cash on closing to get seller's capital out.
SPEED
We can move quickly as we have the people, experience and financial resources to close deals.
OUR
CAPABILITIES
Financial Diligence
Consulting & Strategy
Government Grants
Tax Advisory
Leadership Training
Financial Oversight
& Audit
Operational Improvements & Implementation
Entrepreneurial Development Program
Capital Raising
(Debt & Equity)
TARGET PROFILE
$2-10M
EBITDA
NICHE MARKET
Niche business with a high industry specialization with a high cost of failure
CANADIAN
Business based in Canada
PROPRIETARY
Proprietary, differentiated, or branded products/services
HIGH BARRIER
High barriers to entry
NO-GO's
We do not invest in startups, real estate, or resource extraction