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Marc was editor of GrowthBusiness from 2006 to 2010. He specialised in writing about entrepreneurs, private equity and venture capital, mid-market M&A, small caps and high-growth businesses.

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Creative Lynx in MBO

In today's deal headlines design agency Creative Lynx has undergone a management buy-out, as SABMiller plc looks set to acquire Ukrainian brewer CJSC Sarmat, valued at some £66.4 million.

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SABMiller in Ukrainian takeover

SABMiller plc is to capitalise on the fast-growing beer market in Ukraine.

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Private equity-backed IPOs perform better

Companies with private equity backing that list on London's markets perform better than those without, according to new analysis.

News

Aegis buys into Brazil

A London-based marketing giant has strengthened its operations in Latin America after buying a company in Brazil.

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Hire Station adds tools of the trade

Vp plc, a Yorkshire-based equipment rental specialist listed on London’s main market has plied more than £650,000 into the acquisitions of two UK hire businesses.

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Promotion Space acquires Brandspace

A Cheshire-based company which organises promotions in shopping centres across the UK has acquired a rival business.

Legislation and Regulation

Making directors liable

Most directors believe that a limited company does what it says on the tin: in other words, they do not expect to be held personally liable for the company's misdemeanours.

News

Merlin Entertainments buys London Aquarium

In today's deal headlines amusement park operator Merlin Entertainments has bought London Aquarium, as Hydro International plc purchases US rival, Eutek Systems

Entrepreneurs

James Butterfield

James Butterfield is a serial investor in fast-growth companies. He has over 25 years’ experience advising small and medium-sized businesses on a range of activities, from stock market listings to mergers and acquisitions and fundraising

News

Balfour Beatty makes airport bid

An engineering, construction and investment group is to add a second airport to its business after agreeing a £14 million deal.

Entrepreneurs

Graham Parr – Splashing the cash at Pontins

Graham Parr and his rise from Bluecoat to the boardroom at Pontin's. By Mark Dunne.

PR and Marketing Strategy

Redefine your market

Three owner-managers including Richard Haddon, chief executive of AIM-listed facilities management company Fountains, explain how they grew sales by reaching out to new customers.