Fear of Losing Control?

As a founder and owner of a thriving company in Malaysia, you've poured your heart, soul and sweat into building your business successfully.

So, when a private equity (PE) firm offers to invest — usually in exchange for a stake and a say in some decisions-making — it’s natural to hesitate.

I had the privilege of listening to a sharing by a founder of a thriving company in Malaysia on her perspectives on why letting go of some control could potentially unlock the next level of success - for you and your business:

·  scaling requires capital, connections, and strategic expertise which can mean new markets, new customers and new suppliers - resources that the right PE firm can provide.

·  reduce your personal financial exposure while still retaining a stake and a say in decisions-making.

· own a smaller slice of a much bigger pie – for e.g. would you rather have 100% of RM50million company OR 70% or 30% of RM500million or more one under PE guidance?

The right PE strategic partner can potentially transform your business into something far more valuable than your current state - you must ensure that the PE firm has the track record/experience in your industry/businesses, and are aligned in vision, values, goals and terms.

You trade a slice of control for access to resources, networks, and expertise that can multiply your operational and financial scale.

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This article dated 5 August 2025 is contributed by Maple Chieng (Corporate Commercial Lawyer) from Maple Chieng & Co. for general information only and is not a substitute for legal advice.  

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