Our investment proposition.

A market leading position with room to grow.


  • We are the leading global specialist distributor of audiovisual technology with operations in the majority of the key geographical markets
  • The professional audio visual market is estimated to be worth $300bn+ globally and is expected to grow by 5.6% per annum to 2029 (Source: AVIXA IOTA 2023)
  • Our current revenues represent less than 4% of our estimated target addressable market

Who we are

4%

ESTIMATED SHARE OF TAM

A clear strategy with solid foundations.


  • Our strategy has remained consistent since our IPO and our business model is robust yet still scalable
  • We have delivered strong organic growth, coupled with a progressive M&A strategy
  • Our long-term customer and vendor relationships provide significant barriers to entry
  • We have the strongest team in the industry, supported by continued investment in our people and our infrastructure, including experience centres

Our strategy

28

ACQUISITIONS SINCE IPO

A proven track record and strong financial position.


  • Long track record of consistent and resilient revenue and profit growth
  • Product portfolio management skills combined with a high degree of repeat business
  • Strong cash generation and funding position
  • Successful M&A track record with strong returns

Annual report

17.5%

ADJUSTED RETURN ON CAPITAL FY23

A values-based culture.


  • Experienced and stable management team
  • High levels of team engagement and share ownership
  • Long-standing support for sustainability

Careers

25%+

MANAGEMENT and STAFF OWNERSHIP

Delivering record results.

In 2023...

£1,289m

2022: £1,204m

Revenue

16.8%

2022: 15.3%

Gross margin

£50.0m

2022: £45.2m

Adjusted profit before tax

... and over the last 5 years (CAGR 2018 - 2023)

+18%

Revenue growth

+7%

Organic revenue growth

+7%

Earnings per share

87%

Cash conversion (% of Adj. Ebitda)

With an outlook for long-term growth.

Organic revenue.


  • Structural market growth (AVIXA c.5–6% per annum)
  • Trend towards increased use of distribution
  • Further market share opportunities – notably in North America

Gross margin progression.


  • Continue to focus on higher margin technical products
  • Continue value-added approach
  • Focus on new software/services/rental revenue streams

Enhanced by M&A.


  • Fragmented market, with many opportunities
  • Proven acquisition and integration model
  • Demonstrable ability to add value to businesses acquired

Cost base management.


  • Operational leverage from scale
  • Productivity from new systems
  • Interest cost upside if rates fall

Built on disciplined capital allocation.

1.

Organic investment in working capital, infrastructure and our teams to develop and grow the core business

2.

Organic investment into new technologies or brands to support above market growth

3.

Acquisitions to add new product capabilities and/or new geographies

4.

Progressive dividend policy and/or share buyback to recognise our shareholders' support