Selling my Company to Vuono Group: Life After the Business Acquisition
Selling a company you've built for nearly two decades can be a daunting decision. You want to ensure it lands in the right hands, a company that aligns with your values and fosters a positive, collaborative work environment for the team. For Pekka Lehti, the CEO of Valuemotive, this became a reality when he decided to sell his company to Vuono Group. Not only did Valuemotive find a perfect match, but today, Pekka thrives in his new role at Vuono Group.
Starting the New Chapter
The transition from entrepreneur to Business Director was an exciting new chapter filled with fresh challenges and opportunities for Pekka. He embraced the chance to leverage his expertise and passion for learning in a new context. Vuono Group provided a platform to contribute to a broader range of customer projects, challenges and initiatives, fostering a sense of purpose and accomplishment.
"Finding the next growth phase and direction for the Valuemotive story was fantastic. As part of Vuono Group, we can better address our clients' core business challenges. I am glad that we found a new home that puts people first," Pekka Lehti says.
A Perfect Fit and Smooth Transition
From the start, Pekka felt that Vuono Group was the perfect match, and joining forces was the natural next step for Valuemotive. Both companies put customers first and believe in empowering teams through trust and ownership. This strong foundation paved the way for great things to come.
Of course, bringing two companies together is more than just a fruitful starting point. Pekka and the Vuono Group leadership team were focused on making the change smooth for everyone. Talking openly and addressing all concerns head-on became the secret sauce for success.
“I was very pleased to witness the cultural alignment between the two organisations since the very first discussions. I believe that the cultural match and transparent communication were the most notable factors that made joining forces smooth for the employees. I really feel our employees were heard and respected in the transition, which was the most important thing for me personally,” Pekka reflects.
Thriving at Work and at Home
Joining Vuono Group has added a new dimension to Pekka’s professional life, offering opportunities for growth and collaboration that he wouldn't have necessarily experienced as an entrepreneur. Looking ahead, Pekka is excited about the future of Vuono Group and the role he will play in its continued growth.
On a more personal note, the most significant positive impact of the business acquisition has been his improved work-life balance. Combining work and free time is now a lot more flexible, allowing Pekka to rediscover his passions outside of work, like spending time in nature and on his bike.
“Perhaps the best way to describe the switch from an entrepreneur to a hired employee is that I just had my first normal summer vacation in about twenty years. I was fully focused on the present moment instead of thinking about the next quarter of the company,“ Pekka says with a smile.
Who?
Pekka Lehti
10 years of experience as a professional software developer & consultant
16 years of experience as a CEO of a software & AI consulting company
Successfully sold his company to Vuono Group in 2023
Currently working as a Business Director at Vuono Group
In his free time, cycling and running are ways to refresh the body and the mind