“3x winner UK CEO of the Year. 29 years of EBITDA growth, 43 M&As. £100m AdEPT exit”
Ian Fishwick is a highly accomplished entrepreneur, investor, and M&A expert with over four decades of experience in business leadership and corporate finance. He founded AdEPT in 2003 and grew it from a small startup in his spare bedroom into a £70M revenue telecoms company, completing 43 acquisitions along the way. In 2020, he successfully sold the company in a £100M deal. His expertise in mergers and acquisitions, business growth, and exit strategies has made him a sought-after advisor for business owners looking to scale and maximize their company’s value.
Currently, Ian serves as the Chairman of Airband, a rural fibre and fixed wireless broadband network, with over £300 million invested to date. He is also a Corporate Finance Advisor at Evolution Capital, where he guides entrepreneurs and executives through high-value transactions.
His leadership has earned him multiple accolades, including being named UK CEO of the Year three times. Ian has also contributed his expertise to the UK Government’s SME Panel, advising on policies that impact small and medium-sized businesses. As the author of The Street-Smart MBA, he shares practical insights and real-world strategies for business success, helping founders navigate the complexities of scaling, selling, and acquiring companies.
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Maximize Your Exit Value
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Build a High-Performing Business
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