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Financial Highlights 4
Executive Summary 5
Ownership 6
Growth Opportunities 14
Financial Information 15
Glossary of Terms 16
Disclaimer 17
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
TURNOVER
180
160
140
120
Turnover £'000
100
80
60
40
20
0
FY 16 FY 17
GROSS PROFIT
120
100
Gross Profit £'000
80
60
40
20
0
FY 16 FY 17
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Overview
1.1. Ultrasound Baby Face Limited is a highly reputable 1.9. The Company’s main products are as follows:
experiential obstetric ultrasound clinic based in Bristol,
UK that specialises in innovative uses of ultrasound • Obstetric ultrasound scans
1.3. The Company was established and incorporated in 1.10. Three of the four Shareholders of Ultrasound Baby
2011 and has since maintained a strong reputation Face have managerial positions within the Company,
for providing unique and personalised ultrasound Managing Director, Operations Manager and
experiences for expectant parents and their families. Manufacturing Lead.
1.4. Our Client, Thomas Moore, is the primary Shareholder 1.11. Ultrasound Baby Face employs a total of 9 people and
of the Company holding 82.5% with the remaining 4 subcontractors, including the Shareholders, and the
percentage split between current and past employees, highly experienced and knowledgeable staff comprise
Oliver Pring, Adam Champion and Paul Burke. The split Sonographers, Engravers and Managerial roles.
of shares is outlined on the following page.
1.5. 51% of Ultrasound Baby Face is offered for sale as our Location and Facilities
Client believes the Company could facilitate exceptional
1.12. Ultrasound Baby Face operates from leasehold
growth under the impetus of a new owner.
premises inside a large shopping centre in Bristol that
1.6. The Shareholders are willing to negotiate a suitable is £30,000 per annum in rent and service charges and
handover period post-completion to ensure a smooth approximately 1,754 sq ft in size. The property is ideally
transition to the new majority Shareholder. positioned to receive heavy passing footfall which
results in many enquiries and word-of-mouth referrals.
1.7. Ultrasound Baby Face would make an ideal bolt-on
acquisition for similar businesses in the obstetric sector
who are looking to expand on their current service/
product offering and client base.
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OWNERSHIP
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PRODUCTS AND SERVICES
Overview
2.1. Ultrasound Baby Face prides itself on offering a unique Gender Scan £39
personalised, immersive experience that is difficult to find 16 Weeks +
anywhere else. The clinic not only provides the regular 15 Minute Appointment
2D scans but offers many more services and products to Deposit £25 (Balance of £14 paid on day)
achieve a wholly enjoyable and informative experience 3 x Photos
for its clients and their families. Free online photo viewer
Duration: 15 minutes
2.2. The Company’s main products are as follows:
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PRODUCTS AND SERVICES
Augmented reality ultrasound experience Labour pain simulator
2.7. The Company provides a world-first experience of 2.11. Once again, Ultrasound Baby Face offers a labour pain
viewing an ultrasound scan in an innovative and simulator for dads and birthing partners to experience
immersive way through the technology of virtual reality. a small amount of what a mother goes through during
Ultrasound Baby Face is the first obstetric clinic in the pregnancy and labour. Using a Transcutaneous Electrical
world to offer its clients the choice to view their 3D scan Nerve Stimulation machine (TENS) the client will work
in this way and offers an enjoyable bonding experience through differing levels of pain from 1st contractions to
for those involved. Through the use of a Hololens 2nd stage labour. Dads and birthing partners also get
headset, clients can view their 3D photographs at the to wear a weighted bump suit and undergo day-to-day
clinic or during a baby shower with family and friends. activities such as getting up from a chair and changing a
baby to give a real insight to what pregnant women go
2.8. This product provides safeguarding for patients, allowing through.
them to revisit the clinic to experience bonding with
baby, without the need for additional scans. 2.12. This entire experience is built around strengthening
empathy for the expectant mother and to give an insight
lifetime. The Company uses the latest software in 3D fully replicate the pain of contractions but is intended
imaging techniques to create the crystals, with a laser to give insight on how pregnant women will be feeling
penetrating the crystal block to create an exact image of over a longer period of time in labour, replicating the
a 3D ultrasound scan. Ultrasound Baby Face has applied anticipation of labour pains.
2.10. Again, using the latest high technology, Ultrasound Baby designed to enable parents and carers to acquire the
Face offers 3D prints of ultrasounds. From a 3D scan the knowledge and skills needed to deal with a baby first aid
Company can create a full 3D model of the baby and use emergency, including the following:
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PRODUCTS AND SERVICES
2.15. This service offering not only emphasises the Company’s 2.19. The strong reputation of Ultrasound Baby Face is also
commitment to healthcare but also showcases the wide enforced by its following accreditations:
product and service offering Ultrasound Baby Face is
well-known for, catering for all aspects of pregnancy. • Care Quality Commission (CQC)
• Continued Professional Development Council
2.16. Our Client advises that the Company is currently • Our Client advises that the Company has achieved
developing various new service offerings to heighten ISO9001 and is working to complete ISO027001.
clients’ experience when visiting Ultrasound Baby
Face including grief counselling to provide support to 2.20. Due to the Company having to comply to the CQC, our
parents who are experiencing the unfortunate loss of a Client has created a software in which policies, workflows
baby. The Company is constructing a programme with and principles are readily available to ensure a baseline
Sands Stillbirth and Neonatal Death charity to ensure of quality care from which one can diversify upon and
information and support provided to parents is relevant improve. The Business Compliance Manager software
and helpful for their situation. created can be used within any industry that requires
compliance reporting, evidence collation and continual
scanned, further safeguarding patients. unforgettable bonding experience for the whole family to
enjoy and as such puts the Company in an ideal position
Probe Testing for future growth including worldwide expansion.
2.18. The Company is currently developing a ultrasound 2.22. A new owner could franchise the Company and expand
probe testing product that will allow the clinician to test internationally to further enhance Ultrasound Baby Face’s
performance degradation on a daily basis without huge recognition and unique services and products.
financial outlays or interruptions to clinical workflow,
further cementing the approach of patient safeguarding.
The product is presently being assessed for a patent
application.
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SALES AND MARKETING
Overview
3.1. Ultrasound Baby Face obtains ample custom from members of the public and to assist with the Company’s excellent
reputation, Ultrasound Baby Face uses the following marketing strategies:
• Website enquiries
• Online Advertising
3.2. Our Client also advises that the Company is soon to be featured on the major BBC programme, the One Show, which could
prove a beneficial marketing tool in strengthening brand recognition.
3.3. The Company hosts a user-friendly and informative website in which clients can book appointments through the online
booking system, and the website can be found below:
www.ultrasoundbabyface.com
3.4. Our Client’s other business ‘Crystal Face’ is also included in the sale and all relevant information regarding its services can be
found on its website:
www.crystalface.co.uk
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MANAGEMENT AND STAFF
Overview
4.1. Three of the four Shareholders of Ultrasound Baby Face have managerial positions within the Company, Managing Director,
Operations Manager and Manufacturing Lead.
4.2. Ultrasound Baby Face employs a total of 9 staff and 4 subcontractors, including the Shareholders. The highly experienced
and knowledgeable staff comprise Sonographers, Engravers and Managerial roles.
4.3. Our Client advises that the Company would benefit from the addition of a Financial Manager and two full-time
sonographers as the current sonographers are sub-contractors. The employment of full-time staff would enhance the
efficiency of Ultrasound Baby Face as more clients could be facilitated as well as establishing a regulated routine of
appointments.
4.4. The chart below outlines the organisational structure of the Company:
Managing
Director
Clinical
Lead Project Lead Web Manufacturing Operations
Lead/Lead Secretary Marketing Lead
Manager Developer Lead Manager
Sonographer
Engraver and
Marketing Operations
Sonographer Bookkeeper Image
Planning Coordinator
Processor
Sonographer
Key Employees
Finances 2
Project Management 1
Clinical 3
Web Development 1
Manufacturing 2
Operations 2
Marketing 2
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LOCATION AND FACILITIES
Overview
5.1. Ultrasound Baby Face operates from leasehold premises 5.6. The shopping centre also hosts a spacious car park for
based in Bristol, UK. clients to use making it easily accessible with it being
close by to the M5 and M4 for clients visiting from
5.2. The premises can be found at the following address: further afield.
21 Union Gallery 5.7. Our Client advises that the premises have been recently
Galleries Shopping Centre renovated and are well maintained and decorated,
Broadmead enticing more clients to its services.
Bristol
BS1 3XD
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GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES
Overview
6.1. Ultrasound Baby Face has grown significantly since its inception and has established an excellent reputation for providing a
unique and immersive bonding experience for expectant parents and their families.
6.2. The vast product/service offering of the Company alongside its scope for future growth would make Ultrasound Baby Face
an ideal bolt-on acquisition for similar businesses in the obstetric sector who are looking to expand on their current service
offering and client base.
Business Development
6.3. Our Client has advised that hiring more employees including a Financial Manager and full-time sonographers would enable
the Company to expand their already extensive range of products and services whilst maintaining its high standard of work.
The addition of more members of staff could also help Ultrasound Baby Face run even more efficiently and enable more
clients to visit the clinic due to having more available appointments with full-time sonographers.
6.4. A new owner could replicate the Company’s services and products and expand into other regions of the UK with numerous
Ultrasound Baby Face franchises. This would not only further the Company’s recognition for providing a unique and
memorable ultrasound experience but could also increase annual sales and generate a larger profit. As there will always be
a constant need for ultrasounds, the Company could generate loyal and continual custom for years to come in areas all over
the UK.
Marketing
6.5. Thus far the main source of advertising for Ultrasound Baby Face is through online correspondence and word-of-mouth
referrals. This would leave the new acquirer with a large scope to expand and improve the marketing of the Company.
6.6. A new owner could consider the use of local radio to advertise Ultrasound Baby Face and its high-quality services as the
clinic is easily accessible for people in and around Bristol to visit with their families and friends. Creating a radio advert could
entice more customers to enquire about the Company’s services and in turn increase enquiries to sales conversion rates and
heighten Ultrasound Baby Face’s brand visibility in its local vicinity.
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FINANCIAL INFORMATION
YE16 YE17
Profit and Loss (£)
£ £
Turnover 114,548 158,018
Cost of Sales (7,554) (50,368)
Gross Profit 106,994 107,650
Gross Profit Margin 93% 68%
Distribution Costs (2,877) (7,532)
Overheads/Administrative Expenses (52,793) (115,114)
EBIT 51,324 (14,996)
YE16 YE17
Balance Sheet (£)
£ £
Fixed Assets
Intangible Assets - 3,441
Current Assets
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GLOSSARY OF TERMS
Abbreviation Definition
The Company/Ultrasound Baby Face Ultrasound Baby Face Limited
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