I am Matt Holden, a life-long local of southeast Tennessee, a dad, and previous CEO of a $300m financial institution.

I am an individual. Not a large group or private equity fund.

I am looking to purchase only one great business in the near future.

Value Propositions

• Strategic CEO and business founder/owner with proven record of growing revenue and profitability.

• Skilled in revenue growth, finance and digital marketing.

• Builds and cultivates enduring relationships and trust with customers and employees.

• Deeply committed to treating employees and customers well.

• Innovative with a growth-mindset with experience in leading under pressure.

• Seeking to acquire and steward established businesses, ensuring long-term financial performance and preserving their legacy.

• Family man and adventurous outdoor enthusiast that comes from an entrepreneurial heritage.

I am looking for a great business in Bradley, Hamilton, McMinn, Polk or Rhea County Tennessee that is generating between $300k-$1.2m in pre-tax cashflow for it’s current owner.

The only industry exclusion is food service. (Nothing wrong with food service. I just know nothing about it personally.)

1. It all starts with scheduling a 15 minute discovery call to see if there is an opportunity worth exploring further.

2. If there is mutual interest I will sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement, so we can talk candidly about the business and review financials.

3. If there is still mutual interest I will calculate a No Obligation Offer and Non-Binding Letter of Intent, that we will review together.

4. If the offer is accepted, we will start an Exclusive Due Diligence Period.

5. If due diligence is satisfactory, we will Close and Funds Will Be Disbursed.

Five steps to security and freedom.

My objective is to review the financials of the company and offer as much as I can, while still feeling confident the business cashflows can support the new debt service related to the purchase, even in adverse economic conditions.

This reduces the risk of future bankruptcy which is not only critical for me, but insures your company, your legacy, and your employees continue to thrive in the future.

Variables such as but not limited to owner dependency, cashflow volatility, customer concentration, and industry cyclicality impact an offer amount.

As an estimate, many offers will fall between 2.5x - 4x Adjusted EBITDA.

Adjusted EBITDA = Owner’s pre-tax benefits (Salaries, Distributions, Benefits) - new managerial salaries and benefits required to replace owner function.

If the company owns real estate, that real estate is either appraised and sold separately, or leased after the sale of the company.

Ultimately I may not be the right person to takeover your business after a sale. It depends on what you value.

In recent years, making offers to purchase businesses has become popular. Many individuals consider it a way to “get rich quick.” You, as well as everyone that has been solely responsible for running a business knows it is not. Many of the individuals making offers do not have experience beyond middle management. They still might do a great job of running your business, but the risk is higher.

If your company is larger, you might have interest from large groups or Private Equity firms. These firms can make offers on the high end of the range, but have a reputation for gutting companies after purchase, damaging legacy, employees, and customers.

I present a rare opportunity to have your company stewarded by an experienced CEO, with a proven track record of growth and taking care of employees.

If this is appealing, please schedule a call now so I have the opportunity to speak with you and review your business before purchasing one.