My Values
Work Ethic
I will work hard to understand your business, what made it so successful, and do everything in my power to continue building your legacy
Loyalty
It is my promise to prioritize the well-being of those connected to the business
Honesty
Growing up in the Netherlands, where directness is valued, I believe honesty is a form of respect - fostering transparency, trust, and open communication in every interaction
The Court 8 Collective Advantage
Court 8 Collective | Private Equity | Competitor | |
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Commitment | Run one company for the long term | Owns a large portfolio of companies. Short term focus. | Absorb your company into a larger entity |
Who you’ll work with | Me - an honest, hard-working entrepreneur that wants the best for the future of your company | A large team of investors and lawyers | A competitor |
Terms | Flexible terms | Strict terms | Strict terms |
Your employees' future | Integral part of succession & key to long-term growth | At risk | At risk |
Ownership transition | Flexible and mutually agreed upon | Often requires multiple years of commitment with financial contingencies | Varies |
Value creation | Based on long-term, sustainable growth | Financial engineering optimized for short-term returns | Through consolidation and cost-cutting |