A Smarter Approach to Acquisition
We work with companies and individuals who are seriously interested in buying one or more businesses. Not just any business, but specific, profiled and carefully selected businesses.
Our research methodology uncovers a significant number of suitable acquisition opportunities for virtually any brief. Our active engagement means that, whether for sale or not, we are able to speak to at least half of the target companies. And our experience in completion means that we get more deals over the line.
So, if you seriously want to acquire, then let’s talk. Call 01962 609 000, or send us an email.
Or, if you are interested in joining the team here, we have a job opening for a Consultant. Please take a look or pass on to anyone who may be interested in the role.
Our Management Team
JOHN BRAITHWAITE
MANAGING DIRECTOR
Business leader and entrepreneur, John Braithwaite has been at the forefront of the digital revolution. In the last decade, John has operated, advised, set up and grown numerous new businesses including e-commerce, B2B, training, networking and finance. He applies modern business techniques, leading a high-performance team which leverages technology to drive inorganic growth for the enterprising.
JUSTIN WISE
APAC MANAGER
A motivated, engaging entrepreneurial business leader with European and Asian experience. Has sourced, formed and realised a number of cross-border deals between the two regions, as well as within APAC. Justin has substantial experience in hiring, assembling and leading high-performance teams, and is looking to lead our growth in the Asiatic region as well as assisting with global M&A strategy.
MARK BRAITHWAITE
STRATEGIC ADVISOR
An experienced business leader, Mark Braithwaite has worked in accounting, finance, operations and leadership in the UK, Europe and Asia. A Chartered Accountant, with experience in M&A in one of the leading city firms, he then moved to a corporate environment where he started as Commercial Manager and rose to be APAC President of a $1Bn turnover industrial company. His role at Unloq is to help steer our growth and provide an alternative perspective to our strategy and plans as they develop.
BRADLEY NEAL
SENIOR CONSULTANT
Brad joined Unloq in early 2019 after completing a Finance degree from St Thomas Aquinas College in New York State, USA. He won a scholarship to the University and was a key first-team player for all four years in the college soccer team. During the course of his degree, he gained experience of the Bloomberg platform as well as developing his financial knowledge. We’ve enjoyed giving him opportunities to put his learning into practice and he’s a big hit with our clients.
ROSS MASON
SENIOR CONSULTANT
Having graduated in July 2019 from the University of Southampton with a 1st in Economics, Ross brings great skill and industry to the Unloq team. With a passion for business and early entrepreneurial experience he brings critical thinking and analysis. Articulate, confident and approachable, he works really well with clients and shares their drive and ambitions.
OLLIE VICKERY
SENIOR CONSULTANT
Ollie joined Unloq at the beginning of 2021, and is a welcome addition to the team. A 2:1 BSc Hons in Business Analytics from Leeds University underlines his academic credentials, but he also has considerable work experience. Having worked in both commerce and consulting, he thinks on his feet. Smart and engaging, with a wide range of sporting talents to boot, clients and prospects enjoy working closely with him.
TOBI ADEWUMI
Consultant
A graduate with a First Class Honours degree in Economics and Finance from the University of Surrey, Tobi joined our team in mid-2022. Her degree, coupled with a year’s placement in M&A with a well-known advisory firm means she brings considerable practical and theoretical experience. Professional, considerate and with great attention to detail, she’s a valued member of the team.
BEN PICKETT
CONSULTANT
Having recently completed an Economics and Finance Degree from Leeds University, achieving 1st Class with Honours, Ben joined our team in the summer of 2023. His placement year as an Investment Analyst at Redmayne Bentley honed his commercial skills and inspired him to pursue a career in Mergers and Acquisitions. Dynamic, precise, clear and warm, Ben is a welcome member of our team and is already helping us with a range of new initiatives.
JASMINE DEVKOTA
CONSULTANT
Jasmine finished an Economics and Management Degree in June 2023 from Royal Holloway, University of London, achieving Upper Second Class with Honours. Having worked as a Consulting Intern for UKRI and Innovate UK in late 2023, she joined Unloq at the start of 2024. With experience in events, property management and setting up a successful fashion e-commerce website, we’re excited about the entrepreneurial spirit and drive Jasmine brings to the team.
