Macroart

Graphics, branding and signage solutions

Macroart

Sector

Business services

Location

Cambridge

Deal type

Management Buyout

Investment size

£2.1m - 2x return

Investment date(s)

2014 -2024

Website

macroart.co.uk

"YFM have been an incredibly supportive investor and their funding helped get the business to the next level. The business had its fair share of challenges, particularly during the pandemic – YFM’s experience, network and strategic board thinking were key in helping the business navigate these headwinds and eventually thrive."

Michael Green, MD of MacroArt

The business

  • Award-winning graphics provider that pioneered large format printing in the UK
  • Leading provider in the property, events, sports, retail and heritage sectors
  • Scalable management team looking to take the business to the next level

The strategy

  • Invest in equipment and technology to expand into new product areas
  • Recruit additional staff to increase capacity and support growing sales
  • Strategic acquisitions to complement the organic growth plan

The developments

  • Increased sales momentum through a greater vertical focus
  • Recruited a new NXC and FD
  • Introduced a market-leading focus on sustainability in print
  • Sold to Moss Inc, generating a return of 2x for investors
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