Ben Laing

Sell-side, buy-side, private equity 

Experience

Ben is a Partner within our London team. With M&A experience across a variety of sectors, Ben’s primary role is to lead transactions by supporting and advising clients throughout the wider transaction process. Ben is well connected within the private equity community and has established strong relationships in the UK’s lower-to mid-market. He focuses on the B2B market, with strong sector expertise in business services and TICC, particularly environmental compliance, fire safety, air quality and foodcare.

Notable client work and achievements

  • Disposal of Crowthorne to Normec

  • Disposal of Ashbury Global to Normec

  • Disposal of STM Environmental Consultants to Phenna Group

  • Disposal of Optima Medical to Natus Medical Inc

Professional qualifications and memberships

ICAEW: ACA Qualification 

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Article

Capital and culture: Fintech funding in a demanding environment

S&W experts were joined by fintech founder turned funder Steve Lemon last week to explore the options for growing businesses. They talked through the pitfalls of a tough funding environment and the need for due diligence to go beyond the data room.

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Event

Business post-sale support: Thriving after the transaction

Laura Hayward Lynne Blakey Paul Stagg Jack Managing Director

Multiple Speakers

Laura Hayward, Lynne Blakey, Paul Stagg, Jack Knight

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