We buy businessesIf you are ready to sell yours, we'd love to talk to you
Selling your business to us means more than just a transaction—it’s a partnership for your next chapter. We make the process smooth, stress-free, and tailored to protect the legacy you’ve built. With fair valuations, transparent communication, and a commitment to your goals, we free you to focus on what’s next—whether that’s adventure, family, or simply enjoying the rewards of your hard work.
Our strengths
Business Valuation
Negotiation
Market Analysis
Transition Planning
Sales Process
Step 1 - Initial Consultation
Can we collaborate to acquire your business, ensuring it aligns seamlessly with our respective goals?
Step 2 - Assessment
We conduct a comprehensive evaluation of your core business elements to identify strengths, weaknesses and opportunities for strategic growth.
Step 3 - Price
Establish what you need from the sale to support your future goals.
Step 4 - Heads of Terms Agreement
A document that records the key terms agreed in principle, ensuring clarity and alignment before investing into the detailed stage of the sale
Step 5 - Due Diligence
This step is to verify the business’s critical information and identify any risks or adjustments before finalising the sale
Step 6 - Sale & Purchase Agreement
The agreement that sets out the terms for a smooth and orderly transition of ownership
Step 7 - Ownership Transition
Coordinate a smooth, compliant ownership transition that provides certainty for the seller, confidence for the buyer, and uninterrupted continuity for the business
Clayton Bunning - Head of Aquisitions
About LEV8
Clayton has spent more than three decades founding, growing, and leading New Zealand businesses across the engineering and manufacturing sectors. With hands-on experience in project engineering, production management, and business operations, he understands the responsibility that comes with owning a company — and the importance of looking after the people who help build it.
Over his career, Clayton has established and managed multiple companies, scaling teams of up to 32 staff and achieving revenues of up to $5M. This real-world experience means he’s familiar with the pressures owners face, the challenges of growth, and the emotional weight of planning an exit after years — often decades — of commitment.
Clayton’s approach to business acquisitions is grounded in respect, transparency, and continuity. He knows first-hand that selling a company isn’t just a financial decision; it’s a personal one. His focus is on safeguarding the goodwill, culture, and customer relationships you’ve worked hard to build, while ensuring a smooth transition for your staff and a clear, confident path forward for you.
If you’re ready to explore the next chapter, Clayton is here for a confidential, straightforward conversation about what your ideal exit looks like and how LEV8 can help make it happen.
Over his career, Clayton has established and managed multiple companies, scaling teams of up to 32 staff and achieving revenues of up to $5M. This real-world experience means he’s familiar with the pressures owners face, the challenges of growth, and the emotional weight of planning an exit after years — often decades — of commitment.
Clayton’s approach to business acquisitions is grounded in respect, transparency, and continuity. He knows first-hand that selling a company isn’t just a financial decision; it’s a personal one. His focus is on safeguarding the goodwill, culture, and customer relationships you’ve worked hard to build, while ensuring a smooth transition for your staff and a clear, confident path forward for you.
If you’re ready to explore the next chapter, Clayton is here for a confidential, straightforward conversation about what your ideal exit looks like and how LEV8 can help make it happen.
Previously founded companies
Download our Confidentiality Agreement
We understand that sharing detailed financial and operational information is a significant step—especially when you’ve spent years building your business. To provide complete clarity and peace of mind, we’ve created two documents outlining exactly how LEV8 protects your confidentiality. You are welcome to download and review these at any time.
Formal Confidentiality Agreement (PDF)
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