Talent Base has been acquired by Loihde Group
May 2021 — Talent Base has been acquired by Loihde Group from founders and key personnel of the company.
Talent Base was founded in 2007 by three talented entrepreneurs, united by a common vision for the future of digital transformation services. Since then, it has grown into a US$9.3 million revenue company with a diverse team of 57 interdisciplinary experts in Finland and Sweden. The company’s clients are typically large enterprises planning digital transformation of their businesses.
Loihde Group is an expert organization specializing in digital development and security solutions. It helps customers create growth and competitiveness through digitalization, while ensuring the security of people and information and the continuity of business. Loihde Group’s revenues were US$130 million in 2020 and it employs more than 700 consultants.
Our role in the transaction
Oaklins’ team in Finland acted as the exclusive financial advisor to the owners of Talent Base in this transaction. A strong cultural fit was crucial to the founders of the company, and our dedicated team was able to identify the perfect buyer.
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