The Business Valuers

Press & media

Press & media

For journalists, podcast producers and editors writing about UK SME valuations, business sales or the lower mid-market M&A scene. Quotes, data and commentary on request — usually same-day.

James Nelson, Founder & M&A Valuation Director at The Business Valuers

James Nelson

Founder & M&A Valuation Director, The Business Valuers

James has spent 20+ years as a business owner and transaction adviser, personally leading every valuation his firm produces. He's available for press commentary, podcast interviews, and as a named source for articles on UK SME valuations and the lower mid-market.

valuations@thebusinessvaluers.com · 020 4620 4208 · LinkedIn

Published articles

Areas of expertise

  • UK SME valuations (£500k–£20m turnover)
  • EBITDA multiples and sector benchmarks
  • Business sales, MBOs and succession
  • HMRC, probate and EMI share valuations
  • Shareholder disputes and expert witness valuation
  • The state of the UK SME M&A market

Sample questions James can answer

A starting point — happy to tailor commentary to your angle.

  • What multiple is a typical UK SME selling for right now?
  • How is AI affecting valuations of professional services firms?
  • Why do 'free' broker valuations differ so wildly from independent ones?
  • What's happening to deal volume in the UK lower mid-market?
  • How should owners prepare a business for sale 12–24 months out?

Fact sheet

Founded
By James Nelson
Based
Bristol, serving the whole UK
Turnover bracket served
£500k – £20m
Valuations delivered
1000+
Turnaround
72 hours
Fee
Fixed, typically £495
Independence
Does not sell businesses — no commission, no incentive

Logo & headshot

High-resolution headshot of James available on request. Email valuations@thebusinessvaluers.com with deadline and outlet and we'll send the same day.

Need a quote or a source today?

Email or call — typical response within the hour during UK working hours.

Call 020 4620 4208