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Richard Patterson was one of the founders of Merlin Information Systems Ltd., a company that he led successfully since its inception in 1991 until 2016 when Merlin was acquired. As a highly-experienced entrepreneur, he has extensive knowledge and expertise in M&A processes, having both sold his own company and purchased others.

Richard’s success story began with the founding of Merlin Information Systems Ltd., which he turned into a successful BPO (business process outsourcing) provider by leveraging his extensive background in IT and technology. Over time, the company steadily grew and was eventually acquired by Transcosmos, a $3 billion BPO company. The acquisition was a major milestone for Richard and his board of directors, rewarding them for their hard work with recognition as one of the leaders in their industry.

Now, Richard has dedicated himself to helping other companies navigate their way through M&A processes by sharing his personal experience selling his own firm and buying others. He firmly believes that there is no better way to learn than from the experience of someone who had been there before. By providing strategic advice on topics such as how to define goals before beginning negotiations, how to source potential buyers or investors, and how to close deals quickly yet fairly, Richard hopes to help entrepreneurs make informed decisions when considering any M&A process.

At the forefront of Richard’s journey is determining what’s best for each unique situation – something that can only be gained from experience. With a focus on transparency and putting clients’ interests first at all times, Richard works diligently to ensure that businesses are able to benefit from any merger or acquisition they may be considering.