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A Volaris Group Case Study: Succession & Exit Planning at
Wellington Computer Systems Ltd.
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In the early 80’s, former software developers Alex Dunne & Kevin Taylor launched Wellington
Computer Systems Ltd., serving the beverage industry with a comprehensive ERP solution.
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After 30 years of successful growth and expansion into the financial services vertical, Dunne & Taylor began thinking about retirement and succession
planning.
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As Dunne & Taylor had considerable concern for the well-being of Wellington’s customers and
employees, they wanted their company to remain a viable operation long after their retirement.
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In preparation for retirement, they began assembling an executive team who would assume leadership
responsibilities and ensure the company’s long-term viability.
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After assembling a management team, Dunne & Taylor realized their initial plan for a management
buy-out was too complex to implement.
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Dunne & Taylor felt trapped with no clear solution. Without a succession and exit plan in place, Dunne
was open to Wellington becoming part of Volaris Group.
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As a buy-and-hold acquirer of vertical market software businesses, Volaris offers continuity, as
well as a safe and permanent home.
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Unlike private equity firms, Volaris holds its companies indefinitely, offering stability to
Wellington’s employees and customers, as well as positioning Wellington for long-term success.
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Dunne & Taylor immediately saw the benefits of joining Volaris.
Sharing best practices and key benchmarks with Wellington’s management team helps ensure a
smooth transition as Dunne and Taylor hand over the reigns and prepare for retirement.
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To read Wellington’s full case study, click here.
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