Vision & Mission

Enterprise Expertise for SMEs

The company should work for the entrepreneur – not the other way around. We bring enterprise methods to SMEs and build businesses that run without you.

Build to Leave™ – The 3 Pillars

Enterprise systematization for owner independence

Pillar 1

Systematization

Roles, processes, decision logic

We eliminate owner-dependency through documented processes, clear roles, and decision logic – like corporations, but for SMEs.

Pillar 2

Operationalization

Automation, tooling, KPI systems

Automation of critical workflows, modern tools, and measurable KPIs – enterprise standards for your business.

Pillar 3

Protection

Governance, legal, exit-readiness

Professional structures, legal protection, and real handover capability – the business becomes an asset.

The Problem Most Entrepreneurs Face

Trapped in your own success – without an exit option

Most entrepreneurs work 60+ hours per week IN their business instead of ON their business. Nothing runs without them. The business isn't sellable. Corporate consultants know the solution – but their prices are unaffordable for SMEs.

87%
Owner-Dependency
of SMEs are too dependent on the owner
3-5x
Exit Multiple
higher for systematized businesses
up to 40%
Time Savings
less working hours after BTL transformation

Our Mission

Enterprise methods for SMEs – accessible and affordable

We democratize enterprise knowledge for SMEs. Our frameworks are based on proven M&A transactions and systematization methods of the big players – adapted for entrepreneurs who want real freedom.

Build to Leave™

Build your business so you could sell it at any time – even if you never do. That's true freedom.

Systematization > Improvisation

We replace ad-hoc decisions with reproducible systems and measurable processes – like in corporations, but agile.

Exit Optionality

An exit-ready business is not only sellable, but also more profitable, scalable, and less dependent on the owner.

Corporation vs. SME – The Difference

What corporations do differently and how we make it accessible for SMEs

Processes
Typical SME Approach
In the owner's head, passed on verbally
CEOPRENEUR Enterprise Approach
Documented, systematized, transferable
Decisions
Typical SME Approach
Boss decides everything, always reachable
CEOPRENEUR Enterprise Approach
Clear decision logic, team can act
Finances
Typical SME Approach
Accounting done by tax advisor
CEOPRENEUR Enterprise Approach
Strategic financial planning, EBITDA optimization, exit-readiness
Structures
Typical SME Approach
Single LLC with everything in it
CEOPRENEUR Enterprise Approach
Holding, IP structuring, professional governance
Exit Capability
Typical SME Approach
Not sellable without owner
CEOPRENEUR Enterprise Approach
Sellable anytime, 3-5x higher multiple

What Sets Us Apart

Enterprise expertise without corporate consultant prices

Corporate consultants focus on large enterprises. Local advisors are operationally strong but rarely strategic. CEOPRENEUR brings enterprise methods to SMEs – with frameworks like Build to Leave™, SELL, and CLOSE, based on proven M&A and sales methodologies.

Ready for Real Entrepreneurial Freedom?

Find out how owner-independent your business really is

Our BTL Score shows you in 5-10 minutes where you stand and which levers have the biggest impact. Based on M&A due diligence methods – free.