We are on a mission to be a leader in sustainable transformation
Our mission statement
"To be a leader in the transition towards a sustainable economy by investing in companies that can improve their Environmental, Social and Governance practices, and working with them to make positive changes from the inside."
Core values
Value-driven
Strategic Priorities
Net zero
We strive to reach a balance between the amount of greenhouse gases produced and removed from the atmosphere in order to halt global warming and mitigate the impact of climate change.
Circular economy
We aim to minimize waste and maximize resource efficiency by reusing and recycling materials in a closed-loop system, in order to create sustainable and regenerative economic growth.
Creating impact
Human health & well-being
We aim to improve the physical, mental, and social health and safety of individuals and communities, in order to create sustainable and equitable societies that promote the flourishing of all people.
Employee engagement
Our goal is to create a work environment that inspires employees to be fully dedicated and passionate about their work, while empowering them to realize their purpose in this world.
Protection & restoration of biodiversity
We protect and restore the variety of life on Earth, including all ecosystems and species, in order to maintain the planet’s ecological balance and support sustainable development for future generations.
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Integrity
We require impeccable behaviour and integrity in everything we do.
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No subordination
Opinions and recommendations are developed based on analysis and teamwork, not based on subordination.
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Stakeholder value creation
To create long-term stakeholder value we adhere to the principle win-win relationships with key stakeholders.
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Passion
We are passionate about sustainability and business transformation.
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Independence
We perform our tasks and functions in an objective and independent manner.
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Respect
We treat all people with respect, regardless of background, race, gender, religion and position.
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Entrepreneurship
We value entrepreneurial thinking and acting as the best way to create stakeholder value.
We surpass conventional Private Equity practices fortified by the expertise of BrightWolves & Digit Mint
Standard practice
Screening
Financial screening:
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Does the investment meet our investment criteria?
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Can we expect a decent return on invested capital?
Entry
Due Diligence:
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Financial
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Operational
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Legal
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Commercial
Holding
Exit
Value creation:
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Financial engineering
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Strategic distinctiveness
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Operational efficiency
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Monitoring & control
Financial return through:
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Multiple expansion
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Sales growth & EBITDA growth
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Debt reduction
Negative screening:
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Can target be potentially be 'net positive'?
Impact screening:
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Do we see potential for a sustainable transformation?
ESG Due Diligence
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Includes preliminary materiality assessment and LCA assessments
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Development of a sustainable transformation roadmap​
Sustainable transformation:
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Concrete action plan to execute sustainable transformation roadmap
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RSQ IM's as accountability partner for initiatives
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Monitoring & measuring impact​
Positive impact:
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Transition towards net zero
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Transition towards a circular economy
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Human health & well-being
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Improved employee engagement
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Protection and restoration of biodiversity​
RSQ Investors
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Our investment criteria
Must-have requirements
RSQ targets investments with an enterprise value up to €20m.
Ticket size
RSQ aims to be the reference shareholder with significant influence.
Reference shareholder
We invest in companies with ESG issues with the potential to improve.
Transformation potential
RSQ invests in companies that have demonstrated profitability.
Proven profitability
RSQ invests in companies with a defendable market position.
Market Position
Geographic scope
RSQ has a preference for investments in Belgium.
Management team
RSQ prefers strong managements teams, but it has the capabilities to assume interim management if needed.
Exit strategy
RSQ invests for the long-term and does not have a fixed investment horizon.
Cash flow generation
RSQ prefers companies with strong cash flows. Investments in companies that are temporarily facing a crisis are not excluded.
Sector agnostic
RSQ does not have a specific sector focus.
RSQ Investors' investment criteria
Nice-to-have requirements
What we bring to the table
Expertise in business transformation
The Quanteus Group excels in business transformation by effectively bridging the gap between strategy and implementation.
Long-term perspective
Hands-on understanding of sustainable best practices
Through BrightWolves we have comprehensive hands-on expertise in sustainable best practices across various industries.
Being a multi-family private equity grants us the flexibility and agility, as well as the capacity to adopt a long-term perspective.
Value-driven
We are driven by the 'INSPIRE' values: Integrity, No subordination, Stakeholder value creation, Passion, Independence, Respect and Entrepreneurship.
Entrepreneurship
We approach every aspect of our work with an entrepreneurial mindset, embracing innovation, adaptability, and a proactive approach to drive growth and achieve outstanding results.
Vast network of experts
We have access to an extensive network of experts spanning diverse fields and industries.