Top Advertising M&A Advisory Firms with Recent Private M&A Activity

464

Active Firms

1,000

TTM Deal Flow

$3M-$14M

Core Revenue Range

$500K-$3M

Core EBITDA Range

Top States by Activity

California 12%

Florida 10%

Texas 9%

New York 5%

Pennsylvania 4%

Key Attributes

Best For: Owner-Led Companies | Typical Fee: Retainer & Success fee | Coverage: Sector Expertise With Hands-On Execution

WGF Partners

13 Total Closed Deals

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WGF Partners is the Financial Advisor for the tech entrepreneur. We are the trusted advisors to business owners and private investors when it comes to M&A and Raising Capital. Our culture is defined by respect for the entrepreneur and their shareholders; we are entrepreneurs, and we know what it’s like to be in the founder’s shoes. Because of it, we aim to achieve the highest quality and speed in our service. We invest our time in your company. We will go further for you.

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May 2022 Advised Prepona in its sale to Pearson
Dec 2021 Advised Automatos in its sale to Almaden
Sep 2021 Advised Helloo in its sale to BR Malls
Sep 2021 Advised Joy Education in its sale to Proz

Business Capital Exchange

13 Total Closed Deals

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Business Capital Exchange, Inc. assists large corporations, private equity firms, and closely held companies with the sale of middle market businesses. Our experience ranges from selling highly profitable businesses to companies operating in Chapter 11.We have successfully sold businesses across the United States, as well as in Europe and Asia. We target companies with values between $3 million and $300 million.Past clients include manufacturing, service and distribution businesses.Industry experience includes:Adhesives, agricultural products, aerospace, automation, confectionary, banking,…

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Feb 2019 Advised New England Resins & Pigments in its sale to Brenntag
Jan 2019 Advised CompareNetworks in its sale to Main Street Capital Corporation
Dec 2017 Advised ACV Sewer Cleaning & Lining Division in its sale to North American Pipeline Services
Jun 2017 Advised Clean Harbors Transformer Services in its sale to Emerald Transformer

Seapoint Business Advisors

12 Total Closed Deals

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Over $1 billion in completed transaction experience, Seapoint are M&A advisors focused on selling companies with transaction values between $10 and $200 million.

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Jul 2023 Advised Serene Innovations in its sale to Private Financial Buyer
Jul 2023 Advised A.F Machine & Tool Co. in its sale to Private Financial Buyer
Jul 2023 Advised DEL Aerospace, Inc. in its sale to Private Financial Buyer
Jul 2023 Advised Matson Industrial Finishing in its sale to Private Financial Buyer

Sixforces, Inc.

12 Total Closed Deals

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Sixforces works with decision-makers to build and finance better businesses. We collaborate with clients to develop better strategies, build competitive advantage, and achieve financial objectives. Sixforces helps clients develop, finance, and deploy disruptive business models.

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Feb 2018 Advised Kivuto on an investment from McIntosh Partners
Sep 2017 Invested in Econblox
Apr 2015 Assisted Toteflix Inc. in securing debt financing from BDC
Feb 2014 Advised Hulorn Service Ltd. on an investment from Private Investor

Paladin Capital Advisors

11 Total Closed Deals

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Paladin Capital Advisors is a boutique M&A advisory firm. The firm offers buy and sell intermediation, transition/succession planning and capital advisory services. In addition, Paladin CMS provides management consulting, strategic consulting, due diligence investigation, ESOP advisory and governance services. The firm has strategic alliances across Canada and the United States. Paladin Capital Advisors is based in Calgary, Canada.***Paladin Capital Advisors is the winner for the 2016 Best Strategic M&A Deal of the Year ($10mm-$25mm) at The M&A Advisor Awards in New York.***

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Apr 2024 Advised Basement Systems Calgary in its sale to GroundWorks
Nov 2023 Assisted Cyntech Tanks in securing debt financing from CIBC
Nov 2023 Invested in Cyntech Tanks
Oct 2022 Invested in Motion Steel

PVB Advisors, LLC

11 Total Closed Deals

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PVB Advisors, based in Nashville, TN, is an M&A advisory firm focused on the lower middle market, with particular emphasis and expertise with companies operating in the “Outsourced Business Services Sector.” PVB represents both buyers and sellers in pursuit of M&A transactions, manages debt and equity capital raises for client companies, and provides financial advisory services for companies interested in completing strategic and/or financial transactions. PVB's target market is transaction sizes of $5-200 million, and operates geographically throughout North America.

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Oct 2023 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
Jul 2023 Advised HQ Global in its sale to Regus
Jul 2023 Advised Staffco Holding Inc in its sale to Nurse Finders
Jul 2023 Advised East-West Staffing in its sale to Select Staffing

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MC Vanguard Corporate Finance

10 Total Closed Deals

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MC Vanguard Corporate Finance is one of the best and most active teams of corporate finance advisors in the North West.MC Vanguard Corporate Finance formed in December 2011 following a merger between Mitchell Charlesworth Corporate Finance and Vanguard Corporate Finance.We are as passionate as you, our clients, about achieving the full potential of your business. Our approach is to work closely in partnership with each client, applying our experience and corporate finance skills alongside your management team's knowledge of your business and markets.Our expertise allows us to provide an…

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Mar 2012 Advised Redthorn Systems Limited in its sale to Agile Business Consultants
Oct 2011 Advised Bennett Engineering Solutions Limited in its sale to XL Group Limited
Mar 2011 Advised Netsource Recruitment Limited in its sale to The Management Team
Mar 2011 Advised Clitheroe Light Engineering Limited in its sale to The Management Team - MBI

Provest Inc

10 Total Closed Deals

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Provest Inc. has over two decades of experience working with both buyer and seller professionals. Our goal is twofold as we seek to help entrepreneurs realize their dream of business ownership and, secondly, we assist business owners as they prepare for the sale of their company.At Provest we provide our clients with the vital tools and assistance they need, including everything from due diligence and performing an in-depth valuation to ensuring the transferability of operations. Our goal is a smooth and trouble free transition and/or business acquisition.Our company's motto is "helping…

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Jul 2023 Advised Light Manufacturing in its sale to Strategic Buyer
Jul 2023 Advised Wire Assembly Company in its sale to Strategic Buyer
Jul 2023 Advised Metal Fabrication in its sale to Strategic Buyer
Jul 2023 Advised Metrology Company in its sale to Strategic Buyer

Water Street Advisors

9 Total Closed Deals

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Water Street Advisors is a Wisconsin-based consulting firm providing Mergers and Acquisitions services. These M&A services include buy-side, sell-side, and consulting engagements to privately held businesses and their owners across the Midwest. Companies served range in size from $1 million to $30 million in annual revenue and include a broad spectrum of industries. In addition to transactional services, Water Street Advisors assists companies in preparing for the completion of successful transitions.

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Aug 2024 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company
May 2023 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
May 2023 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
Feb 2023 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company

First Mergers Group, LLC

8 Total Closed Deals

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First Mergers Group is a leading mergers and acquisitions consulting firm assisting business owners in evaluating divestiture strategies, liquidity options and industry consolidation. First Mergers has completed over 100 transactions with a total deal value in excess of $2.5 billion.First Mergers is a boutique mergers and acquisition (M&A) consulting firm headquartered just outside of Washington, DC. Founded in 1996 by Michael A. Price, First Mergers works with U.S. middle market companies (revenues of $15 million - $250 million). First Mergers principals include MBAs, CPAs, CVAs, and M&A…

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Mar 2019 Advised L&M Industrial in its sale to SteelFab
Dec 2018 Advised Yearout in its sale to Not Disclosed
Apr 2016 Advised STR Mechanical in its sale to IES
May 2014 Advised R.B. Hinkle Construction, Inc. in its sale to PLH Group

Ascendant Advisory Group

7 Total Closed Deals

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Our mission is to ensure that our clients get as much value as possible at every step of their journey. We believe that by putting together a team of world-class advisors, along with strategic partners who are best of breed professionals, and taking a longer term approach to exit strategy we are able to truly help business owners exit on their terms. Our success hinges on only working with those who put the client first...and to use a team approach to drive the best results possible. Our clients don't just get an advisor, they get a team. And by working with business owners years in advance…

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Sep 2017 Advised Ammunition Co. in its sale to Ammunition Manufacturing Co.
Jun 2017 Advised US Optics, Inc. in its sale to Down Range Solutions Group, LLC
Apr 2017 Advised JDL Construction, Co. on an investment from PJSG, Inc.
Apr 2017 Advised 4 Rivers Concrete Products, Inc. on an investment from PJSG, Inc.

VR Mergers & Acquisitions - Edmonton

7 Total Closed Deals

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VR Mergers & Acquisitions was formed and structured to provide privately owned and closely held mid-market companies with specialized Intermediary business services and representation throughout the merger, acquisition, and divestiture process.

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Oct 2013 Advised Pillar Contracting Ltd. on an investment from QE2 Acquisition Group
Aug 2013 Advised Undisclosed on an investment from Undisclosed
Jun 2013 Advised Airdrie Rental on an investment from GWG Reantals
May 2013 Advised Red Deer Powersports on an investment from Cycle Works

WeBrokr

6 Total Closed Deals

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WeBrokr is a boutique M&A firm representing clients worldwide. We specialize in buy-side and sell-side M&A for digital publishing brands and web based businesses with valuations of $1,000,000 - $25,000,000 USD. More details can be found on WeBrokr.com or by contacting Logan Abner [email protected]

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Apr 2022 Advised WhatCulture.com in its sale to Future PLC
Nov 2021 Advised Collider.com in its sale to Valnet Inc.
Jun 2021 Advised We Got This Covered in its sale to GAMURS Group
Dec 2020 Advised MMORPG.com in its sale to M.O.B.A. Network

Maine Business Brokers

6 Total Closed Deals

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Maine Business Brokers is the region's leading business brokerage and appraisal firm. Headquartered in Portland, Maine, our company serves small to medium size businesses ($500,000 to $10,000,000 in annual revenues) within the Maine and New Hampshire markets. Whether you want to buy or sell a business we can help. Let us put our systems, teamwork and track record to work for you. We have five major systems that define the way businesses are sold that include valuation, confidentiality, working with buyers and negotiating to close. Our team of brokers that achieves business sales through…

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Apr 2022 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
Nov 2021 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
Nov 2021 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
Nov 2021 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company

Sloan Capital

6 Total Closed Deals

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With more than 30 years of investment banking and private equity experience, Texas-based Sloan Capital has been involved in a multitude of complex sell-side, buy-side and capital-raise transactions in diverse industries.

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Jul 2024 Advised QX Global Group in its sale to Long Ridge Private Equity
Feb 2024 Advised AC Horn in its sale to Probat
Jul 2014 Advised Otis Eastern Pipeline Services in its sale to Argonaut Private Equity
May 2014 Advised Lone Star Tank Rental & KHM in its sale to General Finance

Strategic Business Resources Group

5 Total Closed Deals

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Founder and President of Strategic Business Resources GroupJoseph M. Callahan Jr. brings an extensive background in executive management to this successful business brokerage and consulting firm. Over a thirty year period, Joe worked as an Engineer, VP of Engineering, and Executive Vice President of Operations and, for nearly two decades, as President & Chief Executive Officer of a multi-plant high-tech manufacturing company. The blending of these experiences, coupled with an extensive background in Strategic Planning and the development and analysis of business finance related to mergers…

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Jan 2014 Advised Elastomerics Mfg in its sale to Diversified Plastics Supplier
Jan 2012 Advised Composites Manufacturer in its sale to Strategic Private Investor
Jan 2011 Advised Composites Manufacturer in its sale to Private Investor
Jan 2010 Advised Environmental Air Testing in its sale to Strategic Corporate Buyer

Midwest Business Advisors

5 Total Closed Deals

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Midwest Business Advisors (MBA) provides business brokerage and consulting services to owners of small to middle-market sized companies. Real estate services provided by Corridor Property Management, LLC. Licensed in the State of Iowa

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Jul 2011 Advised Empire Construction in its sale to Everest Acquisition Sub, Inc.
Dec 2008 Advised Energy Mizers Systems, Inc. in its sale to Eastern Iowa Productions, Inc
May 2008 Advised D&R Equipment Company in its sale to William D. Wright
May 2006 Advised CK Services, Inc in its sale to Carter & Associates

Whitehurst & Associates

5 Total Closed Deals

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As a business brokerage firm we represent sellers in the business for sale marketplace. We ensure a confidential marketing campaign to protect the viability of each enterprise throughout the transaction life cycle, and provide a structured and transparent process that facilitates successful transactions.

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Dec 2013 Advised Oncall Interactive LLC in its sale to RDI Marketing Inc
Dec 2013 Advised Screw Machine Job Shop in its sale to Private Investor/Owner
Jun 2013 Advised Private Independent Distributor in its sale to Private Investor Group
Nov 2012 Advised Med Spa in its sale to Private Investment Group

Cross Northwest, Inc.

5 Total Closed Deals

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The Exit Your Way® Team provides world-class consulting, business coaching and sales acceleration to small-medium business so they can take control of the exit process and Exit Your Way®.

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Apr 2022 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
Jul 2021 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
Jul 2021 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
Jul 2021 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company

CII Mergers & Acquisitions

5 Total Closed Deals

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The CII team serves a full spectrum of industries which include manufacturing, distribution and service. Each partner has undergone extensive training and possesses expertise, empathy, understanding and uncommon attention to detail which they apply to each transaction. Whether you are a business owner trying to decide how and when to sell or transfer your ownership or a Private Equity Group (PEG), Public or Private company in the market to make acquisitions, CII Team can help. Our unique process helps business owners choose an exit strategy that is right for them. Our buy side clients…

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Sep 2013 Advised SE Windows Coverings in its sale to Sams
Jan 2012 Advised Laser Action Plus in its sale to Web Cloud Incorporated
Jan 2012 Advised Hi-Tech Fabrications, Inc. in its sale to Polacheck, Inc.
Jan 2012 Advised Steadman Steel in its sale to Crawford Equipment & Engineering Co.

Firms in the Advertising M&A Advisory Firms directory are ordered based on recent deal activity on Axial. The default order reflects observed market signals rather than a subjective ranking of firm quality.

Each profile provides information about the firm’s areas of focus, transaction criteria, and relevant activity on Axial’s M&A platform. Together, these details provide a clearer view of where a firm is active and the types of companies and opportunities most relevant for it.

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for Advertising M&A Advisory Firms is $3M-$14M, with a core EBITDA range of $500K-$3M. Company size can be an important indicator of fit, as firms often concentrate their experience, resources, and transaction activity within particular segments of the market.

Relevant Business Services experience can be an important consideration when evaluating a firm. Familiarity with the sector can provide a stronger understanding of its business models, market dynamics, valuation considerations, and transaction environment. The 464 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Business Services.

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Advertising M&A Advisory Firms directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Business Services, rather than an exclusive sector focus. Individual profiles provide additional context on each firm’s areas of focus and activity within the sector.

When comparing M&A Advisory Firms with experience in Business Services, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 464 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

Axial can help you identify and connect with firms based on your objectives and what you are looking to accomplish. The process varies depending on your role and transaction needs. If you are interested in connecting with firms in the Advertising M&A Advisory Firms directory, you can request information here.

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