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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 can 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.

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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.

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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.

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ROSS MASON

Associate Director

Ross joined Unloq in August 2019 and brings great skill and industry to the Unloq team. With a passion for business and an entrepreneurial attitude, his critical thinking and analysis is appreciated by the clients he works with. Highlights include originating two off-market acquisitions for an international lift manufacturer in 2021 and 2022, and the successful disposal of Premier Double Glazed Units to United Glass Group in 2024. Ross is currently leading several projects across the UK, Europe, Asia and USA.

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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.

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OLLIE VICKERY

SENIOR CONSULTANT

Ollie has been a member of the Unloq team since the beginning of 2021 and has successfully supported several clients on their acquisition journeys. Key areas of expertise include supporting private equity-owned businesses to achieve their buy-and-build strategies and assisting large trade buyers with technical acquisition searches. Highlights include successfully originating four off market transactions for clients in 2024. Outside of the office you will find Ollie either on the golf course or at the driving range practicing his golf.

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BEN PICKETT

Senior 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.

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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.

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ZACK TALGI

Consultant

Having wrapped up a BSc in Economics from the University of Warwick, Zack joined the team in June 2024. With modules in computing and data analytics as well as statistical techniques, we think he is well-prepared for the tasks in hand. Zack also has practical experience, having worked as an Investment Banking Analyst at Barclays Investment Bank in the summer of 2023.

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Thalia Nicholls

Consultant

Having completed her Business and Management Degree from Bristol University, Thalia joined us in November 2024. Her skills in analysis, statistics and management are already delivering value both for clients and internal projects. Engaging, tactical and dynamic, we’re excited that Thalia is part of our next stage of growth.

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Asha Wills

Consultant

Having completed a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Economics at the University of Nottingham, Asha joined Unloq at the start of 2025. She comes with some serious financial and business skills not just learned but also applied in several work placements. Strong mathematical and analytical skills, coupled with a dynamic personality make her a great fit for our team.

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M&A Done the Unloq Way

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We are confident you will find working with Unloq refreshing.

We’re not like a traditional M&A business, with large up front
fees and city-first approach to acquisition. We’re a modern
data-driven business that works as hard as possible to find
clients the best possible opportunities.

We handle all the difficult tasks to help our clients find, engage and
complete on one or more details.

Better still, we are both transparent and accountable to all
clients. Offering realtime reporting, responsive staff and a
shared commitment to achieving your aims.

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Have You Been Approached by Unloq?

If you have been approached by Unloq, rest assured of these things:

To hear more about our client, please call 01962 609 000 or

REACHING CLIENTS, SECURING DEAL FLOW, WORLDWIDE

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UK & Europe Office

Fourth Floor
Reading Bridge House
Reading
RG1 8PR

Contact:+44 (0) 1962 609 000

APAC Office

1 Sussex Street
Barangaroo
NSW 2000
Australia

Contact:+61 (0) 417 671 854