Not every question is a transaction. When you need a food-savvy second opinion — on what your business is worth, whether an unsolicited offer is fair, or how a deal should be structured — Origen provides focused, project-based advice without the commitment of a full mandate.
- For owners who received an unsolicited offer, are weighing a partner or investor, or want a valuation before deciding anything.
- For acquirers who want a food-specific view on a target's earnings quality, working capital or structure.
- Scoped, confidential projects — available in English and Spanish.
Common advisory projects
- Valuation and value-gap review — what the business is worth today and what would raise it.
- Unsolicited offer review — is it fair, how is it structured, and what should you counter?
- Deal structure — asset vs. stock, earnouts, seller notes, rollover equity. Background reading.
- Working capital peg analysis — modeling seasonal net working capital before you sign. How the adjustment works.
- Partnership and recapitalization options — minority investors, partial sales, bringing in a partner.
- Acquisition target review — a food operator's read on a business you are considering buying.
Why a food-savvy sounding board?
Food businesses have economics that generalists misread: perishable inventory, rebates and slotting, route density, PACA trust obligations, food-safety exposure. A second opinion from someone who has run these businesses can be worth far more than its cost — especially before you sign a letter of intent.
Frequently asked questions
I received an unsolicited offer for my food business. What should I do?
Don't respond on price until you know your value. Get an independent read on what the business is worth, how the offer is structured (cash at close, earnout, seller note, working capital peg), and whether other buyers might pay more. Many unsolicited offers are opening bids.
Can you value my business without me committing to sell?
Yes. A standalone valuation and value-gap review is one of our most common advisory projects.
Do you advise on deal structure?
Yes — asset vs. stock sales, earnouts, seller financing, rollover equity and working capital pegs, coordinated with your tax advisor and attorney.
Thinking about a sale or an acquisition?
Every first conversation is confidential and free. We'll give you an honest read — no obligation.
This page is general education, not legal, tax, valuation, or financial advice. Every business is different; talk to qualified advisors about your specific situation.