Guy Bartlett, an entrepreneur, dad, mountain guide, and soldier, harbours a profound passion for the world of buying, owning, and selling businesses, rivalled only by his love for skiing.
His journey, which began in marketing services and led to the development of the Charles Parry Group, a top 10 agency group specializing in retail and mail order direct marketing, has been nothing short of remarkable.
After a literal and metaphorical back-breaking career, Guy found himself pondering his future from a hospital bed, leading to a revelation about the essence of a fulfilling business career.
Despite the challenges and familiar stresses of running start-ups, he ingeniously navigated the acquisition process, completing his first deal in January 2006 and acquiring £2.7 million of business within 6 months.
Over almost 2 decades, Guy, with his wealth of knowledge and a robust team, has acquired his own portfolio of over £20m revenue and refined processes to help others to acquire UK businesses turning over £1m - £20m annually with his members doing deals totalling over £135 Million and counting.
His journey, encapsulating the highs and lows of the business world, has shaped him into a seasoned guide in the realm of business acquisition.