PROJECT MULE VENTURES
Bridging Generations of Entrepreneurs to Preserve your Legacy
WHO ARE WE
Project Mule is a group formed to find a single, profitable business that is ready for fresh energy and new leadership to grow it into its next stage. Project Mule offers business owners a pathway to succession that keeps their legacy intact.
Our Vision is to contribute to a sustainable SME economy in Australia by enabling an existing business to grow through new ownership. Our Mission is to acquire a profitable, scalable business and partner with its existing team to unlock its full potential.
Project Mule is an entrepreneurial business, unique from Private Equity in that we seek to create value in your business, not extract it. We seek a 100% operating and ownership role whereby we will work with you directly to facilitate a transition that caters to both parties' needs.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
A profitable business in an enduring industry
STRONG CASHFLOW
We are looking for small yet stable businesses with profits (EBITDA) between A$2m-A$8m. We are seeking companies with consistent profit performance for 3+ years.
CONSISTENT CUSTOMERS
We value customers as we're sure you do. We are looking for customer loyalty in the form of long standing customer relationships, balanced contribution and recurring business arrangements.
GROWTH POTENTIAL
The businesses we seek are in industries and sectors with positive growth forecasts. We are not looking for high growth, rather consistency and stablity.
PARTNERSHIP
We want to partner with an owner we can trust, and who wants the best for the next stage of their business like we do. We are seeking those that will work with us through a phased transition to full time operations.
WHAT WE BRING
Business succession and transition does not need to be be a lengthy or overbearing. The Project Mule team brings with it a team of experienced and capable business acquisition advisors that can guide and foster a smooth and rewarding transition.
Mutual Interest and Passion
Project Mule is by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs. We want to contribute to a legacy and create value for the stakeholders involved including customers, employees and owners.
Experienced Team
Project Mule is equipped with senior advisors across all aspects of SME and acquisition. This team is able to facilitate a clear and smooth transition with transparency all along the way.
Defined Yet Flexible Approach
SME acquisition is now a well travelled path for budding entrepreneurs. We bring the best of these past learnings and are also creative and flexible enough to navigate the nuances of the transition.