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BATONZ Partners with Local Financial Institutions for Business Succession

BATONZ, a leading platform for mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and business succession support in Japan, has officially announced its participation in the Tokyo Metropolitan Government's initiative aimed at fostering a business succession network among regional financial institutions. This initiative is implemented by the Tokyo Shinkin Bank Association and the Tokyo Credit Union Association, with the aim to address the pressing issue of aging entrepreneurs and the subsequent lack of successors in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

Context and Purpose Behind Participation

The aging of business owners alongside the absence of successors poses a significant challenge to the revitalization of the regional economy. This project is focused on raising awareness about business succession through local financial institutions, providing support for creating succession plans, and facilitating both familial and external transitions. By doing so, it aims to encourage the smooth transition of businesses that play a pivotal role in local economies.

BATONZ will leverage its extensive experience and advanced matching technology as a major M&A support platform to assist Tokyo-based companies looking for third-party succession (M&A). The objective is to provide fast and secure support for these firms to successfully complete transactions.

Support Roles and Offerings from BATONZ

As part of this initiative, BATONZ has committed to offering comprehensive support for SMEs situated in Tokyo that wish to pursue third-party succession, including:

• - End-to-End Support in the M&A Process: From signing advisory contracts to valuation, matchmaking through the platform, signing of letters of intent and transfer agreements, and final closing, BATONZ will provide specialized knowledge and total support throughout the process.
• - Access to a Network of Over 300,000 Potential Buyers: Utilizing one of the largest buyer networks and matching systems in Japan, BATONZ will connect Tokyo businesses with the most suitable successors nationally.
• - Facilitation of Financial Incentives: For businesses assisted by the coordinator of this project, BATONZ will help with the processes for obtaining