Acquisitions
Our Acquisition strategy
AddVita adopts a Buy-and-Build strategy. We buy high-performing Medtech, Labtech and Pharma distribution businesses within the healthcare and life sciences sectors in Asia. We build our acquired businesses for the long-term by offering entrepreneurs and business owners an enduring home for their business, where they can continue to enjoy operational autonomy while benefiting from being part of a wider group.
What We Offer
Sustainability
Focus on long-term, sustainable value creation rather than short-term financial goals, ensuring your business thrives for years to come.
Strategic Support
Benefit from our expertise, resources, and regional reach, enhancing your business' growth potential without compromising its unique character.
Local Autonomy
Continue leading your business with independence and autonomy, while enjoying the benefits of being part of a larger network.
Enduring Home
We are not just looking for a transaction – we want to build a long-lasting partnership and offer an enduring home for your business.
Why Sell to AddVita?
Strategic Acquirers
- Usually established and well-known
- Ability to leverage existing resources and capabilities to accelerate growth
- Part of a wider network with strong supplier/customer bases
- Less autonomy in decision-making
- Potential loss of company identity or culture
- 3-6 months slow investment process with long due diligence timelines
Private Equity
- Focus on maximizing financial returns, often leading to quick growth
- Access to capital for future investments
- Potential for higher valuation
- Short-term focus at the expense of long-term growth
- Less focus on culture and employee retention
- Aggressive cost-cutting and restructuring for short-term goals
- Exit typically planned within 3-5 years
AddVita
- Enduring home for your business that preserves your company’s culture and autonomy
- Access to shared expertise, resources, and a regional network
- Long-term commitment
- Fast, efficient process (~1-3 months)
- Clear and predictable financial terms
- No forced exit, with a strategy that supports continued ownership and value creation over time
Our Acquisition Criteria
Strong Market Position
Companies that are leaders in their niche market with clear competitive advantages.
Proven Financial Track Record
Consistent profitability and strong cash flow, demonstrating a sustainable business model.
Alignment with Our Existing Operations
Companies that complement our current businesses and help expand our regional presence or product offerings.
Exceptional Team and Unique Culture
A company with a strong and capable team committed to delivering exceptional value to its customers.
Commitment to Long-Term Growth
A focus on sustainable, long-term value creation, with a leadership team dedicated to growing the business alongside us.
Acquisition Process
If you’re a founder of a healthcare or life sciences distribution business, chances are you’ve spent years building something with purpose and impact. When the time comes to explore a transition, the decision can feel deeply personal.
At AddVita, we’ve designed our acquisition approach around what matters most to founders: time constraints, legacy preservation, and long-term continuity. Below is an overview of how we typically approach acquisitions and what timelines you can expect.
We begin with an informal conversation to understand your business, its goals, and how it aligns with our long-term strategy. Our acquisitions are rooted in relationships — often built over time — and we focus on ensuring the fit is right for both sides, not just strategically, but culturally and personally.
- Initial Contact
Before requesting any sensitive information, we’ll sign a mutual Non-Disclosure Agreement (“NDA”) to ensure your privacy is fully protected. Once that’s in place, we’ll request key information to help us understand your business — its operations, financials, team, and long-term potential. At the end of this phase, we’ll share an indicative valuation and aim to confirm mutual interest to proceed further.
(~1 to 2 weeks)
- Preliminary Evaluation
If we are aligned on valuation and strategic fit, we will work together toward an indicative term sheet. This non-binding document sets out the key terms — including structure, price, and timeline — and provides the foundation for due diligence and final negotiations.
Many founders ask: “What does it mean to join a long-term group like AddVita?” To us, it means preserving what makes your business special — your people, your legacy, and your reputation.
(~1 to 2 weeks)
- Indicative Offer
After signing a non-binding term sheet, our team conducts confirmatory due diligence with a focus on respect for your time and business operations. We prioritize efficiency — concentrating on key areas that matter most — and work closely with you to minimize disruption to your day-to-day.
In parallel, we draft the Sale and Purchase Agreement to reflect the commercial terms we’ve aligned on. At the end of this phase, we present our final offer and legal documents.
At AddVita, we look beyond the numbers — focusing on customer relationships, culture, and strategic fit to ensure we preserve what makes your business successful.
(~8-10 weeks)
- Due Diligence and Final Offer
Once due diligence is complete and the legal agreement is finalized, we move to close the transaction. This marks the beginning of a new chapter — for your team, your customers, and for you.
After the acquisition, we provide ongoing support and resources to help your business grow. While you retain leadership of your operations, you benefit from being a part of a larger network with expertise and regional reach to grow further.
At AddVita, we know that a successful outcome isn’t just about the numbers — it’s about ensuring your business, and your people, are well-positioned to thrive for the long term.
- Closing and Post-Acquisition Support
Ready to Join Our Network?
If you’re a high-performing entrepreneur looking for an enduring home for your distribution business, we would be grateful for the opportunity to get to know you.