Frequently Asked Questions

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Unlike other buyers, Forás Capital is led by an entrepreneur, Sam Batran, who is in the market to buy only one business. he is a seasoned CEO who enjoys the challenge of leading people, entering new markets, and scaling up. He is interested to hold onto the company for a long time preserving your legacy and being your extension. He is willing to relocate anywhere in All-Ireland and dedicate 100% of his time leading the business. 

We are looking to acquire the company in full or a substantial majority. However, we are fexible, so if the existing owner(s)  would like to keep a minority stake, we are happy to have them on board with. 

A 100-day transition plan will be composed and agreed upon between all stakeholders during Due Diligence. Good and  coordinated communication is key to ensure that customers, suppliers, and staf are comfortable and supportive with the  transition. 

No, we are in the market to buy one company only. Post-acquisition, Sam Batran is expected to be employed full time by  the acquired company as CEO, and Forás Capital will cease to exist. 

 Forás Capital is supported by a group of investors, and they will be the ones contributing the equity. We will also explore  debt options depending on the transaction. To learn more about Forás Capital's backers, please visit our 'Team' page. 

Forás Capital's backers are long-term holders and intend to grow the business for a lengthy period (i.e., 10-15+ years).  However, when composing a business plan during due diligence, an assumed exit will be considered as per M&A best  practice. 

 We are incorporated in Ireland. Our CRO registration number is 726667. We are not a regulated entity as Forás Capital is  not a money manager. It is an investment vehicle that is structured as a Search Fund. To learn more about Search Funds,  please visit Stanford's Search Funds Research Page 

The main point of contact always is Sam Batran. We have disclosed the investors to be transparent, to give confidence  that our money is ready, and we are able to transact. 

 Yes. Sam Batran can arrange that for you. 

Sam Batran spent several months raising the funds for Forás Capital from investors in Ireland, UK and internationally  based on the Search Funds model. To learn more about Search Funds, please visit Stanford's Search Funds Research  Page. 

Sam Batran will be getting 25% Share of Common Equity (As per Search Fund industry norms highlighted in the  Stanford’s Search Fund Primer) on three trenches: (i) one third at acquiring a company, (ii) one third vested over a period  employed as CEO of the acquired company, and (iii) one third based on performance and achieving growth targets. 

"Forás" is Irish for "development and growth". The name reflects our aim and vision to acquire one company in the isle of  Ireland to develop and grow to the next level.