Episode 215

Founder-Friendly Exits: Tim Schumacher’s SaaS Acquisition Philosophy

This week on The Exit: Tim Schumacher, co-founder of SaaS Group, shares insights from his experience acquiring and growing software businesses.

Tim and SaaS Group’s philosophy prioritizes a founder-friendly approach to acquisitions, focusing on cultural fit, team preservation, and transparent deal processes.

He discusses his journey from founding Sedo.com to co-founding SaaS Group, emphasizing his belief in subscription-based business models and stable revenue streams.

Tim believes that the timing of an exit should be based on personal readiness rather than market conditions, and deal structures should align with the founders’ goals and circumstances.

For more details and insights from his entrepreneurial journey, listen to the latest episode of The Exit.

Personal Bio: 

Tim Schumacher co-founded Saas group in 2018, is also a General Partner at World Fund, and is a recognized entrepreneur and climate investor.

Alongside founding World Fund, Tim has previously co-founded the world’s largest domain marketplace Sedo.com in 2001 before founding Eyeo, the makers of Adblock Plus.

He has invested in companies such as Ecosia, gridX, Zolar, Pachama, and CarbonCloud and was awarded ‘Best Male Investor’ at the German Startups Association Awards in 2020.

LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/timschumacher/

Saas.Group – https://saas.group/

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