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As a founder of a software or technology company, few decisions are as pivotal as selling your business or raising strategic capital. These moments can shape not only your company's trajectory but also what comes next for you, making it essential to navigate them with clarity and confidence.
That's where L40 comes in. Founded by SaaS and technology entrepreneurs, L40 was born out of firsthand experience building and scaling companies across multiple markets, capital structures, and investor landscapes.
We understand the journey, the stakes, and what it takes to secure the right deal because we’ve been in the founder’s shoes.
Our M&A advisory firm is built to help founders maximize value, whether by preparing and guiding them through the entire exit process or by advising on strategic debt raises to fuel growth.
With over 180 successful transactions closed, we focus on mid-market software and SaaS companies, providing two core services:
With over 20 years at top investment banks and firsthand experience as founders who have built and sold companies, our team brings both financial expertise and an operator’s perspective.
L40 comes from building companies. We understand the deal mechanics and the founder’s journey, ensuring every transaction is handled with precision and insight.
Selling a business is a complex, emotional, and often opaque process. Founders must juggle valuation expectations, investor dynamics, team morale, and their own future roles, all while continuing to grow the business.
L40 acts as a guide, strategic partner and execution expert allowing founders and their teams to stay focused on running the business. We provide end-to-end support, including:
Our track record includes transactions with leading private equity funds, global strategic buyers, and fast-growing roll-up platforms. Whether you're a bootstrapped founder or VC-backed CEO, L40 ensures your interests come first.
In the right hands, structured debt can be a powerful tool, enabling acquisitions, funding working capital, or recapitalizing a business without giving up equity.
L40’s debt advisory practice specializes in sourcing and negotiating debt structures tailored to complex use cases.
Having raised more than $500M in debt facilities, our team taps into trusted relationships with top lenders across Europe and North America to get you the right deal.
For founders considering M&A or growth capital, trust is everything. You need an advisor who sees the big picture and defends your interests. At L40, our team blends real-world experience in building, scaling, and selling tech companies with deep investment banking expertise.
L40 builds long-term partnerships with transparency, performance, and shared success. Our clients appreciate our hands-on, senior-led approach, as well as our ability to carry out sensitive negotiations with discretion and resolve.
Whether you’re preparing to sell your company, exploring debt financing, or just starting to think about the future, L40 is here to be your trusted partner in the process.
