Thinking about exiting your business, but not convinced by the usual options?

Hear from Matt Baker, founder of global healthcare communications company Foundry3, as he shares his recent experience of becoming employee owned and why he chose this route over private equity or a trade sale.

Alongside Tom Lethaby from eoa Supporter member RVE Corporate Finance, this session offers an honest, first-hand look at what it really takes to transition to employee ownership, and whether it could be right for your business.

Matt didn’t start with a clear plan. Like many founders, he knew what he didn’t want from an exit, but wasn’t sure what the alternative looked like. Within a few months, Foundry3 had transitioned to an Employee Ownership Trust.

In this webinar, you’ll hear what that journey involved and what happened next.

We’ll cover:

• Why traditional exit routes didn’t feel right and what made employee ownership different
• How quickly an EOT transition can happen in reality
• What it actually feels like once the deal is done, including the surprising “business as usual” moment
• How employee ownership is shaping recruitment, retention, and team engagement
• Key considerations around valuation, control, and succession planning

You’ll come away with a clearer understanding of the process, the pros and cons, and whether employee ownership could be a viable next step for you.

Expect practical insights, candid reflections, and straightforward advice, grounded in real experience, not theory.

About Foundry3

Foundry3 specialises in healthcare communications, offering omnichannel strategies and implementation, brand development, and medical communications.

About RVE Corporate Finance

RVE are specialists in advising business owners on Employee Ownership Trust transactions. They bring a strong corporate finance perspective to EOT sales, combined with in-house legal capabilities to deliver a complete, end-to-end service.

Their experienced advisory team has worked with businesses across a wide range of sectors, typically valued between £1m and £300m, and has advised on transactions collectively worth around £1bn. RVE also provide ongoing support after the transaction, including acting as independent trustee, helping to ensure a smooth transition and long-term success for employee-owned businesses.