Audit, tax and advisory services for family-owned businesses, growth companies and other private enterprises

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When business becomes personal

Some of the most exciting developments in Norwegian business take place in companies driven by ambition and momentum. Family-owned businesses, growth companies and established enterprises that play an important role in their region, for their employees and within their industry.

These are businesses that create value, jobs and long-term development, often far beyond what their size alone would suggest.

At the same time, many operate in an environment where expectations are rising and decisions are becoming more complex. Investments are being made in technology, growth and new markets, both nationally and internationally. In parallel, regulatory, legal and tax frameworks are becoming more complex, making the balance between short-term decisions and long-term ambitions increasingly important.

And business is more than just business. Ownership, operations and people are closely intertwined. This creates strength and direction, but also places higher demands on decisions that need to stand the test of time.

Hallvard Aarø

– As your business grows, decisions become more complex. We help you gain the confidence and direction needed to make the right choices.

Hallvard AarøMarkets and Private leader PwC

Where we can make a difference

We give you access to the expertise and experience you need as your business grows, evolves or becomes more complex. Not only to meet today’s requirements, but to make sound decisions for the future.

For nearly two centuries, we have worked closely with value creation across the business landscape. This experience enables us to identify patterns, ask better questions and contribute perspectives across companies, industries and situations.

For us, it is about where your business is today, where it wants to go, and what it takes to get there. That is why we believe in advisory and audit services that combine confidence and progress. Experience and insight, depth and curiosity.

You do not need to be the biggest to deserve the best.

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How we can help

Family businesses

Family-owned businesses play a vital role in value creation, employment and long-term development. We support family businesses as they grow, professionalise and prepare for the future, while safeguarding continuity and values across generations. Our approach recognises that ownership, business and family are closely connected, and that decisions often have implications far beyond the company itself.

Through integrated advisory, audit and tax services, we help owners and leadership teams navigate complex and interrelated challenges. This includes governance, succession, ownership structures and strategic development, where business considerations must be balanced with family dynamics and long-term ambitions. We work closely with both owners and management to provide clarity and support in critical phases.

Our experience across industries and generations enables us to offer insight and perspective tailored to each family business. We focus on where the business is today, where it wants to go, and what is required to get there. The goal is to support sound decisions that strengthen the business and create value that lasts over time.

Startups, scaleups and entrepreneurial businesses

Founders and growth companies often operate in demanding phases where the pace is high and decisions are many.

We work closely with founders and leadership teams to strengthen the foundation for growth, professionalisation and scaling, providing support tailored to the company’s stage, ambitions and development.

Private Equity and Portfolio Companies

Private equity investors and portfolio companies operate at a high pace, with clear expectations for value creation throughout the ownership period.

We support investors and portfolio companies with integrated advisory services that enable consistent development, fewer surprises and stronger preparation for the next phase, whether that involves continued growth or an exit.

Value in motion

AI, climate change and geopolitical shifts are reconfiguring the global economy. We’ve mapped where value is moving over the next decade, so you can build a future-ready business to capture it.

Industry leading expertise

We work alongside you – with powerful tech and expertise – to turn your next move into your next advantage. Smart growth starts with deep insight.

Contact us

Hallvard Aarø

Partner | Markets and Private leader, PwC Norway

952 61 304

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