Novi Growth Partners
Optimising long-term succession
About Us
Novi Growth Partners (“Novi GP”) is a UK-based Succession Fund that specialises in acquiring and operating profitable UK businesses to facilitate an owner’s succession.
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Backed by leading global family offices, we provide long-term capital and operational expertise to companies with an EBITDA of £1.5 million or more. Our investment approach is designed to ensure business continuity, leveraging high-quality teams, strong reputations, and niche market specialisms in the businesses we acquire.
Our partners, Josh Neely and Ben Saward, bring over two decades of experience investing and operating in high-growth UK businesses. With deep expertise in business development, technology, finance, and operational optimisation, we work alongside talented management teams to drive sustainable growth.
How We're Different
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Business Continuity: Unlike traditional capital partners, we provide flexible exit solutions for business owners, ensuring their company thrives beyond their tenure. We work closely with existing teams, preserving the organisation’s identity, culture, and operational integrity.
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Aligned Vision and Hold Period: We do not invest on a fixed five-year investment horizon. Instead, we believe in compounding value through long-term holds, allowing businesses the time and resources to reach their full potential.
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Operational Expertise: Our hands-on approach and proven track record—including scaling businesses from start-up to unicorn status—set us apart. We create value through active collaboration that enhances business development, technology, and financial performance.
What We Look For
We acquire profitable UK-based businesses with:
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EBITDA: £1.5 million +
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Enterprise Value: £10 million – £50 million
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Recurring Revenue: >30%
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Strong Cash Flow: Asset-light businesses with high cash conversion
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Low Customer Concentration: Diversified revenue streams​
How We Compare
Your business legacy
Your role
Your employees
Your transition
Operating experience
Deal terms
Ability to complete
Novi Growth Partners​
Preserved
Flexible
Continuity
Flexible/Smooth
High
Fair
High
Trade Sale
Lost
Exit or Employee
At risk
Unclear
High
Varied
High
Traditional Private Equity
Unpredictable
Employee
At risk
2-3 years
Low
Inflexible
High