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Interests: We believe in starting every relationship with honesty. The hard truth of M&A is that a business is only worth what a buyer is willing to pay for it. Our job is to help you see your business through an investor's eyes before they do. We are open to conversations with business owners across all sectors. However, we are rigorous in our assessment of risk. When we evaluate a business, we look for specific factors that we know from years of closing deals can drive valuations down or kill deals entirely. The "Red Flags" We Help You Navigate. Investors and buyers are risk-averse. We look for the following friction points so we can help you address them: 1. Operational & Structural Dependencies. Key Man Dependency: If the business cannot function without the owner, buyers see enormous risk. The more the business revolves around you, the less transferable it is. Employee Concentration Risk: Similarly, if critical client relationships or technical expertise sit with just one or two employees, that creates a major vulnerability. Supplier Dependency: Over-reliance on a single supplier, or a supply chain that is fragile and difficult to replicate. Owner Lifestyle Integration: Businesses where personal and business assets, expenses, and operations are deeply intertwined are difficult to disentangle and value cleanly. 2. Financial Health & Discipline. Poor Cash Collection: Long debtor days, overdue invoices, or inconsistent cash flow signal operational weakness and tie up working capital. Excessive Debt or Complexity: Overleveraged balance sheets, director loans, intercompany transactions, or convoluted corporate structures create friction and uncertainty. Lack of Financial Transparency: Incomplete records, aggressive personal expense claims running through the business, or inconsistent reporting will erode buyer confidence immediately. Declining Margins: Revenue growth means little if margins are compressing. Buyers want to see pricing power and cost discipline. Deferred Maintenance: We look for businesses that have cut costs to inflate short-term profit at the expense of long-term capability (e. g. , outdated technology, deferred capex). 3. Commercial & Market Position. Customer Concentration: If 30%+ of revenue comes from a single client (or a small handful), the loss of that relationship could be catastrophic. Buyers discount heavily for this. Stunted or Declining Growth: A plateauing revenue line raises questions about market saturation, competitive pressure, or a lack of ambition. High Customer Churn: Even if revenue is growing, if you are constantly replacing lost clients, it signals underlying service, product, or relationship issues. Market Headwinds: Operating in a declining, commoditized, or structurally challenged market makes it harder to present a compelling growth story. 4. Legal & Intellectual Property. Unclear or Unprotected IP: If the value sits in proprietary knowledge or software but is not formally documented or protected, buyers will question what they are actually acquiring. Regulatory or Legal Exposure: Pending litigation, compliance gaps, unresolved HMRC issues, or reliance on regulations that may change.
Background: We have a single goal in mind: to provide SME business owners with the representation they truly deserve. Too often, we saw passionate entrepreneurs overlooked by large institutions, unable to access the high-level service reserved for large corporate businesses. As a small business owners, we understand that your business is not just a line item on a spreadsheet it is your baby. It is your life’s work. We also know that you typically only sell your business once, meaning there are no second chances to get it right. We started this firm with to bring that institutional-grade expertise to the SME market.
8.6 / 10
Locations
USA + 3 more
Industries
Apparel Stores + 19 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 25 Mn
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Interests: We are looking for businesses that are profitable and comply with all the laws. The business should have clear goals and vision. We will not charge any upfront fee from the businesses. We will charge a success fee from the businesses.
Background: We are a business consultant that helps our partners establish themselves in the sector, helping them to become industry leaders while increasing their international market share.
5.7 / 10
Locations
Hong Kong
Industries
Apparel Stores + 19 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 356 K
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Independent Financial And Investment Consultant

M&A Advisor in Tubize, Belgium

Interests: I am an independent financial advisor looking for businesses for my clients. The factors considered in a business are: - Potential for growth. - Not capital intensive. - Not labour-intensive. - Advisory type.
Background: I am an independent advisor, currently based in Belgium. I have an extensive background in financial planning and management, strategy making, board membership, investment fund management, proprietary investment portfolio management, and general management. - Achievements included: 1) Establishing several venture capital businesses. 2) Managing three real estate funds for an aggregate value of USD 150 million. Achieved an equity IRR of 12% 3) Managing a proprietary investment portfolio of USD 300 million (asset mix of private equity including real estate, bonds, listed equities, pre-IPO equities). Achieved a blended equity IRR of 23% 4) Completed multiple private equity divestments and acquisitions. 5) Established group holding structures meant to reduce corporate taxation (avoiding permanent establishment status, reducing withholding tax, lowering the tax on net profits, 6) Led several corporate restructuring projects. 7) Institutionalized four family group businesses. 8) Restructured and led several financial departments. I charge an upfront fee and a success fee based on the client's mandate and the project requirements.
6.8 / 10
Locations
Beirut
Industries
Consulting + 22 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 1.67 Mn
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Independent Financial And Investment Consultant

M&A Advisor in Tubize, Belgium

Interests: I am an independent financial advisor looking for businesses for my clients. The factors considered in a business are: - Potential for growth. - Not capital intensive. - Not labour-intensive. - Advisory type.
Background: I am an independent advisor, currently based in Belgium. I have an extensive background in financial planning and management, strategy making, board membership, investment fund management, proprietary investment portfolio management, and general management. - Achievements included: 1) Establishing several venture capital businesses. 2) Managing three real estate funds for an aggregate value of USD 150 million. Achieved an equity IRR of 12% 3) Managing a proprietary investment portfolio of USD 300 million (asset mix of private equity including real estate, bonds, listed equities, pre-IPO equities). Achieved a blended equity IRR of 23% 4) Completed multiple private equity divestments and acquisitions. 5) Established group holding structures meant to reduce corporate taxation (avoiding permanent establishment status, reducing withholding tax, lowering the tax on net profits, 6) Led several corporate restructuring projects. 7) Institutionalized four family group businesses. 8) Restructured and led several financial departments. I charge an upfront fee and a success fee based on the client's mandate and the project requirements.
6.8 / 10
Tubize
Locations
Beirut
Industries
Consulting + 22 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 1.67 Mn
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Interests: Focus on auto dealerships in Maharashtra, especially those with a good track record. Preference for businesses with a strong local customer base.
Background: I am an M&A advisor with three years of experience based in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, specialising in providing advisory services to automobile dealerships. Focuses on transactions and strategic advice for dealership businesses. I can assist businesses with transaction support and growth-focused advisory within the dealership sector.
5.4 / 10
Locations
Maharashtra
Industries
Auto Dealers
Investment Size
Upto USD 54 K
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Owner, CHV Group Llc

M&A Advisor in Lyman, USA

Interests: We are interested in buying businesses operating in various manufacturing industries including aerospace and defense, furnace manufacturing, machine shops, and heavy machinery, as well as businesses in the electrical equipment, consulting, and automobile manufacturing sectors. We will charge both upfront and success fees from the clients.
Background: We have been in the intermediary and advisory business for about 20 years, we focus on not everyday businesses with intrinsic value. We do have clients from various locations.
6.8 / 10
Locations
South Carolina
Industries
Casino Machine Manufacturing + 13 more
Investment Size
USD 1 Mn - 5 Mn
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Interests: We possess a wealth of experience in M&A transaction consulting within the landscape sector, helping both sellers and buyers of commercial and residential landscaping enterprises. Furthermore, beyond just landscape businesses, we also have knowledge in the hospitality sector, disaster recovery field, and various other service-oriented industries catering to both commercial and residential clients.
Background: We aid various service companies in crafting and executing growth strategies. As an expert in M&A advisory services, we concentrate on offering thorough support to business owners seeking to sell their enterprises to private equity firms. Recognizing the significance of preparing a business for the market, we work closely with owners to enhance their operations, finances, and overall value to draw in potential buyers. We guide our clients throughout the entire journey, ensuring they stay informed and confident in their choices. From developing a persuasive marketing approach to pinpointing and engaging with prospective buyers, our commitment is centred on achieving a successful transaction. Beyond our sell-side advisory offerings that help clients divest their businesses, we have formed engagement agreements with numerous private equity firms to provide buy-side advisory services. This involves assisting clients in identifying acquisition targets that align with their strategic goals. In collaboration with private equity partners, we also provide customized Subject Matter Expert support leveraging our deep industry insights and vast network. Our objective is to empower these clients to make informed investment decisions and successfully implement their acquisition strategies. Through this collaborative effort, we strive for favourable results and promote growth within their portfolios. By acting as trusted advisors, we are dedicated to guiding Private Equity firms through the intricate process of acquiring businesses while optimizing their return on investment.
6.3 / 10
Locations
USA
Industries
Hotel Management + 2 more
Investment Size
USD 5 Mn - 100 Mn
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CEO, McCraine Associates, Inc.

M&A Advisor in Des Moines, USA

Interests: Prefer working with service businesses with a minimum of 3 employees. Prefer businesses with a clear profit.
Background: Founders of service businesses in the US hire me to leave a lasting legacy because most lack a powerful exit strategy and are stuck in the day-to-day grind. So, I help reverse engineer their business for scaleable, saleable success. My work has helped companies save or make over $27 million in capital and expenses. I have been called the Maestro of Business and the “Marcus Lemonis of Des Moines. ”
7.6 / 10
Locations
USA
Industries
Manpower Security + 17 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 1 Mn
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Independent Advisor

M&A Advisor in Paris, France

Interests: I am an independent business advisor looking for businesses for my clients. I am currently seeking acquisition opportunities for copper and lithium concessions in Latin America. My client is looking for exploration permits for copper and lithium mining businesses in Latin America.
Background: I am an independent business advisor based in France. I work with a private investor active in the mining and energy sectors. I cater to clients worldwide and have experience working with businesses in China, Singapore and so on. I do not charge an upfront fee. I charge a success fee and a retainer fee.
6.6 / 10
Locations
Santiago
Industries
Copper Ore Mining + 2 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 3 Mn
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Founder, STS Worldwide

M&A Advisor in Atlanta, USA

Interests: Our buyers/investors are much eager & interested in acquiring businesses in IT/tech companies in the domain of IT staffing, IT services, IT solutions & technology companies with cloud, IoT, and blockchain domains with min 50% -60% direct clients. Ready to acquire min 15% - 70% Stake.
Background: We are a leading strategic advisory and global M&A firm with nearly 40 + years of global IT & technology domain experience. We are based out of Atlanta and we are a pioneer in the global IT business, having gone public and crossed half a billion in revenues. We do charge both an upfront fee and a success fee. Our Core expertise. $We offer M&A advisory. $strategic growth advisory services. $succession planning. $exit advisory. $ funding services like debt funding - equity funding, and much more. Our expertise in the merger and acquisition (M&A) advisory that provides guidance to other companies that intend to buy, sell, merge or restructure their firms to individuals and Lower Middle market IT & Tech businesses and we help to steer a company through any type of corporate transactions also. Our Value added services. # Providing investment advisory–related services for individuals & Lower Middle market IT & Tech businesses. # Calculating an accurate valuation for the company. # Getting the highest possible price for the seller. # Showing the company to prospective buyers. # Preventing the company from being sold at below fair market value. # Finding the best possible buyer for the seller. # Ensuring that the sale transaction is completed, even if contingencies arise — such as the buyer being unable to acquire the necessary capital to fund the deal.
7.7 / 10
Locations
USA + 69 more
Industries
Analytics Software + 47 more
Investment Size
USD 1 Mn - 2.5 Mn
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Interests: I am an independent advisor looking for strong, profitable companies with a track record of growth for my clients. Interested in owner-managed businesses and owner exits.
Background: I am an independent finance professional based in Aylesbury, UK. I provide corporate M&A advisory services to SME businesses. My clients are usually SME businesses from India who are looking to expand their global footprint and gain technology expertise by buying firms in the UK/Europe.
6.8 / 10
Locations
UK
Industries
Electronic Equipment + 4 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 20.3 Mn
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Managing Director, Caber Hill Advisors

M&A Advisor in Boston, USA

Interests: We have extensive experience advising clients in provider-based healthcare businesses, industrials and facility services (roofing, paving, HVAC, landscaping, etc). We work with founders interested in selling a portion or all of their business to strategic or financial buyers.
Background: Caber Hill Advisors was founded to serve owners of small and middle-market companies. We specialize in helping privately-held, middle-market businesses successfully transact with strategic or private-equity-backed buyers. With our advisors in your corner, we level the playing field against powerful institutional investors, giving you control to secure the price, terms, and timeline desired. Our process delivers for any industry, but our primary focus areas include healthcare, facility services, and manufacturing. We are ready to listen to your story and deliver on your goals. We understand the energy and emotions a private owner bears with their business. Its sale is not as simple as a typical career choice or investment decision. And we pride ourselves on the time we take to prepare owners and their businesses for this significant milestone, supporting them throughout the transaction.
7.7 / 10
Locations
USA
Industries
Electric Construction + 7 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 100 Mn
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Independent Business Advisor

M&A Advisor in Wausau, USA

Interests: I look for well-managed businesses and investment opportunities with strong leadership, transparent financials, scalable operations, and long-term growth potential for my clients. Particular interest in healthcare, senior housing, real estate-backed opportunities, and cash-flowing businesses with experienced operators. I value aligned partnerships, integrity, and clear execution plans. Less interested in distressed situations without a turnaround strategy, weak management, or unrealistic valuations.
Background: I am an independent M&A advisor based in Wisconsin. I am focused on strategic partnerships, capital introductions, and growth opportunities across healthcare, senior housing, real estate, and middle-market businesses. I help connect quality operators, investors, and acquisition opportunities where alignment and execution matter. My approach emphasises integrity, relationship-driven deal flow, disciplined screening, and long-term value creation. I am particularly interested in scalable platforms, real asset-backed opportunities, and experienced management teams seeking growth capital or strategic relationships.
5.9 / 10
Locations
Wisconsin
Industries
Building, Construction and Maintenance + 2 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 10 Mn
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Interests: Focus on businesses seeking growth and transformation through strategic financial solutions, including M&A, capital raising, debt syndication, IPOs, and structured finance, across diverse industries. Emphasis on client-centric, execution-focused engagements where tailored financial strategies can create measurable value. We are looking for businesses across India, as our clients are based here.
Background: Our company is a boutique financial advisory firm providing end-to-end strategic financial solutions for growth and business transformation. The firm is led by a Chartered Accountant (CA), Company Secretary (CS), and DISA-qualified professional with over 24 years of leadership experience in corporate finance, strategic advisory, and business transformation. The team has successfully executed transactions aggregating more than ₹3,000 crore, working with global private equity firms, banks, NBFCs, financial institutions, and large corporate houses across India. Core capabilities span Mergers & Acquisitions, private equity and venture capital funding, IPO and SME IPO advisory, debt syndication, structured finance, real estate advisory, management consultancy, and startup and seed funding. With a client-centric approach, deep domain knowledge, and strong execution capabilities, the firm helps businesses structure and close complex transactions, raise capital, optimize capital structure, and drive strategic growth initiatives in India and globally.
6.3 / 10
Locations
India
Industries
Agriculture + 13 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 11 Mn
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Interests: We are advisors actively seeking opportunities in software, fintech, IT services, and manufacturing businesses that demonstrate strong staff retention, annual revenues of at least USD 2 million, and solid cash flow. We are open to both equity stakes and full acquisitions, with flexibility on deal structures, and we have the ability to move quickly on suitable opportunities across the United States. Open to opportunities nationwide in the United States and actively looking to deploy capital immediately, offering portfolio companies support in operations, growth planning, and performance optimization.
Background: We represents multiple companies seeking to invest in software, fintech, IT services, and manufacturing businesses. Has over 20 years of experience managing and operating businesses, which provides deep operational and strategic expertise. Comfortable with equity investments and full acquisitions, focusing on companies with proven revenues, good cash flow, and strong teams.
6.6 / 10
Locations
Texas City + 1 more
Industries
Application Software + 6 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 5 Mn
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