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ACQUISITION CRITERIA

We are selective. That is the point.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

A message for business owners.

You have spent years, maybe decades, building something real. A business that pays people, serves a community and reflects who you are.

Now you are thinking about what comes next. Maybe you want to step back. Maybe you want a partner to take it further. Maybe you have not decided yet.

Groupe Soto is not a financial buyer looking for a quick return. We are operators who have grown businesses worth billions and now want to bring that same discipline and that same respect to owner-operated businesses across Canada and the United States. If your business generates consistent profits and includes real estate, we want to hear from you regardless of size.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR AT A GLANCE
Financial Profile
Profitable, with a track record
Sectors
SPORTS COMPLEXES REAL ESTATE HEALTHCARE MANUFACTURING HOSPITALITY
Geography
Canada, Texas, Florida & Nevada
Stage
Established, cash-flowing
Structure
Flexible, your terms
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HOW WE CREATE VALUE

What we bring to every acquisition.

Capital is a commodity. These four things are not.

01
STRUCTURING EXPERTISE

We know how to structure deals that work for everyone at the table. Maximum debt leverage, seller financing, creative deal terms. We have done this at the highest institutional level and bring that same sophistication to every transaction.

02
OPERATOR IN PLACE AT CLOSE

We never acquire without having the right operator already identified and ready. We also look within your organization first during the transition, your best people are our first resource. Your employees arrive on day one with clear leadership in place. No disruption. No uncertainty.

03
A CLEAR GROWTH PLAN

We enter every acquisition knowing exactly where we want to take the business. Bolt-on acquisitions, market expansion, process improvement, portfolio synergies, built on the same institutional playbook that helped grow companies from $3B to $35B in revenue.

04
RESPECT FOR WHAT YOU BUILT

Your people matter. Your customers matter. Your legacy matters. We do not walk in and tear apart what took you years to build. We protect it, improve it and take it further, without losing what made it great in the first place.

OUR PROCESS

What happens when you reach out.

No games. No surprises. Here is exactly how a conversation with Groupe Soto works from start to finish.

1
FIRST CALL

A confidential 30-minute conversation to understand your business and what you are looking for. No pressure, no commitment. Call us directly at +1 (514) 558-6115 or fill out the form on our contact page.

2
PRELIMINARY REVIEW

We review basic financial information under NDA and share a preliminary view on structure and valuation within two weeks.

3
LETTER OF INTENT

If we are aligned, we present a non-binding letter of intent outlining price, structure and key terms. Clear. Transparent. No hidden conditions.

4
CLOSE

Due diligence, financing and legal work completed. Operator confirmed and ready. The business transitions smoothly with your legacy protected.

FAQ

Questions sellers ask us most.

Do I need to stay involved after the sale?
Preferably yes, at least for a transition period. We will work with you to define what works best for everyone. During that time, we actively look within your organization for talent that can grow into leadership. Your best people are not at risk, they are our first resource. We adapt to your timeline without pressure.
What happens to my employees?
They are protected and they are valued. We never close without an operator already in place, and during the transition we actively look within your organization for people who can grow into leadership roles. Your team is our first resource, not an afterthought.
How long does a transaction take?
From first call to close typically runs 60 to 120 days depending on complexity. We move decisively. Once we are aligned on price and structure, we do not let the process drag.
Is the first conversation confidential?
Completely. We sign a non-disclosure agreement before reviewing any financial information. Your business, your employees and your customers will never know a conversation happened unless you decide to move forward.
Do you only acquire majority stakes?
We prefer majority control but are open to phased or structured transitions. If you have a specific structure in mind, tell us. we will find a way to make it work or be honest if we cannot.
My business does not perfectly fit one of your four divisions. Should I still reach out?
Yes. Our four divisions reflect our primary focus but we are open to exceptional businesses outside them. If your business is cash-flowing, essential and well-run, it is worth a conversation.
Your business deserves the right partner.

If you are considering your next chapter, we want to hear from you. The first conversation is confidential, obligation-free and on your terms.

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