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Windstream Partners, LLC

25 Total Closed Deals

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Over $700 Million in Completed Transactions with Growth Stage and Lower Middle Market Companies.Our Specialization:M&A Advisory ServicesDebt Capital MarketsPrivate EquityBusiness OptimizationStrategic PlanningRestructurings & TurnaroundsIndustry Focus: MediaTelecomInternet ServicesEnterprise SoftwareSaaSeCommerceFinTechBlockchainLite ManufacturingBusiness ServicesFinancial ServicesGeographic Focus: Companies domiciled in the United States.Transaction Size: $5,000,000 - $200,000,000+Financing Expertise: Over the past 25 years, we have developed a highly diversified network of financing…

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• Feb 2024 Assisted Windstream Partners, LLC in securing debt financing from Confidential Company
• Aug 2023 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
• Aug 2023 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
• Jan 2023 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company

Align Business Advisory Services

23 Total Closed Deals

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Align Business Advisory Services ("Align") is a nationwide Mergers & Acquisitions Advisory firm focused on the lower-middle-market. Their team of industry professionals align buyers and sellers in successful transactions, providing advice and guidance before, during, and after the transaction.Align's mission is to provide lower-middle-market businesses with enterprise expertise and innovative and personalized service. We provide concierge service to ensure that the right buyers and sellers are aligned for success and enterprise value creation. To date, our firm has facilitated over $3B in…

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• May 2025 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company
• May 2025 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company
• May 2025 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company
• Aug 2023 Advised Affinity Waste Solutions in its sale to Trivest Partners

IBG - International Business Group, Ltd.

22 Total Closed Deals

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IBG Business exists to bring clients “best of the best” skills and knowledge that deliver maximum value when they are ready to sell or buy a business. The firm is based on a distinctive character and shared values, defined by continuous commitment to deliver business owners the very best in M&A services.Our hands-on M&A experience with privately held middle market businesses is broad and deep. IBG Business was founded by combining the expertise, resources and best practices by industry leaders in the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) profession and owners of top M&A advisor firms from across…

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• Jun 2025 Advised DPG Solutions LLC in its sale to Evergreen Services Group
• Mar 2025 Advised Hastings Water Works in its sale to Horizon Pools
• Nov 2024 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company
• Oct 2024 Advised Peerless Tyre Co (dba Peerless Tires 4 Less) in its sale to Gills Point S Tire & Auto Service

Bozzino & Company

19 Total Closed Deals

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Global middle market Professional and Financial services - Business Transformation One-Stop Shop.Financial Transformation:Buy-side/Sell-side M&AVC, Buyout / AcquisitionsGrowth Capital / Capital RaiseTurnaround/Performance GrowthCorporate Financial AdvisoryStrategy and Management ConsultingOperations and RiskSecurities offered through affiliated, registered broker‑dealers in US, UK, Europe and Asia.

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• Jan 2026 Advised Montana Goldfields: $30m Gold Note on an investment from Commodity Trading Desks
• Oct 2025 Assisted Breeze Towers: $500m Commercial Real Estate Development in securing debt financing from Senior Secured and Mezzanine Lender
• Oct 2025 Advised Balfour Capital: Crypto/ETF Hedge Fund on an investment from Ultra-High-Net-Worth Individuals (UHNWIs)
• Sep 2025 Assisted USWTE: $300m Waste to Energy Project Finance in securing debt financing from Bridge Lender, Sponsor

Northern Edge Advisors

19 Total Closed Deals

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Northern Edge is a boutique investment bank with a core focus on sell-side financial advisory services for privately owned North American businesses.We dedicate a senior team to lead and advise, support, and guide to deliver the best possible outcome for each of our clients.What sets us apart: decades of experience have earned us a preeminent track record for completing successful transactions across virtually every industry and an enviable reputation for always being on our client’s side, every step of the way.A sale is a significant point in a business owner’s journey, and the right…

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• Aug 2025 Advised DATASCOPE North America, Inc. in its sale to SYSPRO US Inc.
• May 2025 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company
• Mar 2024 Advised Carlile Coatsworth Architects, Inc. in its sale to Fremont-Wright, LLC
• Oct 2023 Advised Giant Enterprises Inc. in its sale to Kept Companies Inc.

International Resource Group, Inc

17 Total Closed Deals

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International Resource Group, Inc doing business as Sunbelt International is Ohio's premier business transfer specialist and acquisition company. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, the company services the low to mid-level market segment. Working intimately with privately and closely held companies, we boast a success rate that is above and beyond the traditional service provider. Utilizing enhanced technologies, the buyer lead generation is a combination of both innovative and strategic marketing. For our buyers we implement a methodology that ensures that you have all the information…

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• Jun 2022 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
• Jun 2022 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
• Jun 2022 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
• Jun 2022 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company

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Salt Creek Partners

16 Total Closed Deals

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Salt Creek Partners (SCP) is a full-service M&A advisory firm guiding business leaders in the emerging and middle markets. Our mission is centered on investing in long-term relationships with our clients through independent, trusted, and innovative advice, and to achieve superior results in line with the overall strategic objectives of the company. SCP’s team of complementary partners have proven track records with managing complex financial transactions, providing investment banking services, performing market research and analysis, guiding companies from concept through hyper growth,…

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• Jan 2026 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company
• Dec 2025 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company
• Aug 2025 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company
• Aug 2025 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company

Venture 7 Advisors

16 Total Closed Deals

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Venture 7 Advisors is a sell-side merger and acquisition firm representing companies with revenue between $5 and $100 million per year – companies too complex for business brokers to handle and too small to get personal attention from investment banks.  We’re not career bankers or brokers. We understand mergers and acquisitions from the perspectives of founder, investor, acquirer, advisor and employee - because we've experienced them all first-hand. With almost 200 years of combined business and M&A experience behind us, we provide clients with proven advice, relentless…

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• May 2025 Advised KC Mechanical in its sale to Confidential Company
• Apr 2025 Advised Antonucci Foods in its sale to Confidential Company
• Sep 2024 Advised Mirabelles Bakery in its sale to Confidential Company
• Aug 2024 Advised ImageTek Manufacturing in its sale to Confidential Company

Blitzer, Clancy & Company

14 Total Closed Deals

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Blitzer, Clancy & Company works with entrepreneurial sellers, buyers, and growth-focused companies around the globe. Backed by more than four decades of experience and billions in enterprise value creation, we provide clients with a strategic, hands-on collaborator that can seamlessly integrate with corporate strategy and investment teams to develop — and deliver — real results.Led by Co-Founders and Partners Michael Blitzer and James E. Clancy, our team operates with fluidity and agility across client organizations, serving as a dedicated liaison that will meet clients anywhere, anytime…

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• Oct 2023 Advised Houston Precision Fasteners in its sale to Poggipolini
• Jul 2023 Advised Biotechnical Services, Inc. (BTS) in its sale to Flagship Lab Services
• Jul 2023 Advised ManagedLab in its sale to Flagship
• Jun 2022 Advised DatacenterHawk in its sale to Simplify Compliance

Whitehorn Merchant Capital

13 Total Closed Deals

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Whitehorn Capital is an independent Calgary, Alberta based business advisory firm. Our focus is to assist private business owners and management teams effectively plan business succession in order to reach financial, strategic and personal goals.We believe this fundamental planning is critical to long-term business success. In order to maximize the value of any enterprise, business succession activities must be undertaken throughout its entire life cycle.At Whitehorn, business succession activities include:Developing and implementing strategies to enhance business valueExecuting an…

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• May 2025 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company
• Dec 2023 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company
• Jul 2023 Advised Delco Automation Inc. in its sale to Sapphire Water International Corp.
• Jul 2023 Advised Carmen Creek in its sale to Confidential Company

Piedmont M&A Advisors, Inc.

11 Total Closed Deals

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We are an investment banking firm focusing on mergers and acquisitions advisory services for the middle market. Piedmont M&A Advisors specializes in buy-side and sell-side transactions for businesses with revenues of $10 million to $200 million. We also provide assistance with capital raising and debt restructuring.Our mergers and acquisitions services include selling family and privately-owned businesses, selling businesses owned by private equity funds, buy-side services including sourcing add-on acquisitions as well as sourcing businesses for entrepreneurs and investors. Our services also…

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• Jul 2012 Advised Embassy Freight International, LLC in its sale to Unique Logistics International (ATL), LLC
• Mar 2012 Advised The Eye Gallery in its sale to American Optical Services
• Apr 2009 Advised Dan J. Smith Jr. Distributors, Inc. in its sale to Petro South, Inc.
• Jan 2009 Advised Sarco Supply, Inc. in its sale to Quinn Pumps, Inc.

The Fortia Group

11 Total Closed Deals

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The Leading Investment Bank Focused Exclusively On The Lower Middle Market eCommerce SectorA full service investment bank focused on helping eCommerce shareholders achieve their company goals. Our team’s expertise has been tailored to cater to the specific needs of lower middle market businesses in every phase of their lifecycle. Whether you require valuation support, seek growth financing, or are pursuing an M&A transaction, we are equipped to leverage our collective knowledge and skills to design a unique plan that will enable you to achieve your objectives.

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• Mar 2024 Advised A UK Portfolio of Brands in its sale to US Based eCommerce Acquirer
• Aug 2023 Advised UpwardBaby in its sale to Aggregator
• Aug 2023 Advised The Hedgehog Company in its sale to Aggregator DTC
• Aug 2023 Advised Sidera Labs on an investment from The Fortia Group

George & Company

10 Total Closed Deals

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George & Company has been providing certified business appraisal, business brokerage and merger & acquisition services since 1981. Board certified intermediaries and appraisers stand ready to serve your every need in the business acquisition or divestiture market.

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• Jan 2017 Advised Maicom LLC in its sale to Heritage Holding
• Jan 2015 Advised Machine Vision Technology, Inc. in its sale to Machine Vision, LLC
• Feb 2014 Advised Maynard Machine in its sale to Strategic Buyer
• Sep 2013 Advised Torwel Industries in its sale to Ace Group

Front Range Business, Inc.

10 Total Closed Deals

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Owners of small and middle market businesses have turned to Front Range Business, Inc. to broker their transactions since 1986. Main Street and Mergers & Acquisition clients and customers are provided the highest level of service and expertise with our unique team concept. Allow us to help you successfully navigate through this complex process in a confidential and professional manner. Front Range Business, Inc. represents businesses with sales between $500K to $10M in Manufacturing, Wholesale, Distribution, Commercial Printing, Technology, Communication, Transportation, Construction &…

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• Feb 2023 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company
• Aug 2014 Advised Jewelry Manufacturer in its sale to Private Equity Group
• Jun 2014 Advised Organic Food Sales Company in its sale to Industry Buyer
• Apr 2014 Advised Not Disclosed in its sale to Not Disclosed

XPS Group

9 Total Closed Deals

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XPS Group is a boutique professional services firm specializing in business valuation, M&A advisory, and financing advisory services for primarily privately held businesses on Vancouver Island and the Lower Mainland. Since 2006, we’ve helped owners accurately assess the value of their businesses, grow through strategic acquisitions, obtain debt and equity financing, and maximize returns during a sale.Our experienced team of Chartered Professional Accountants and Chartered Business Valuators provide specialized financial advisory services for business valuations, litigation support, and…

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• Aug 2025 Advised Online professional services directory in its sale to Strategic acquirer
• Apr 2025 Advised CMJ Equipment in its sale to Securco
• Mar 2025 Advised Victoria Drains in its sale to Mann Group
• Jul 2023 Advised My-Chosen Cafe & My-Chosen Pizza in its sale to Entrepreneur Group

Embarc Advisors

8 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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We are disruptive M&A Advisory firm founded by ex-Goldman Sachs, ex-McKinsey M&A professional. Goal is to bring Goldman, McKinsey level services to the middle market. We doubled in size in 2023, one of the worst M&A markets in the recent decade. Here is what makes us different Embarc has a unique model that bills hourly like a law firm with no success fee. This aligns our incentives better with sellers. It also allows us to deliver high-quality, high-touch services to a select number of deals without chasing ten deals at the same time. It also means that the overall cost will be much lower…

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• Feb 2025 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company
• Jul 2024 Advised Embarc Advisors in its sale to Confidential Company
• May 2024 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company
• Aug 2023 Advised Strata Consulting in its sale to Blue Ally

Lighthouse Business Brokers

8 Total Closed Deals

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Through our years of experience, Lighthouse Business Brokers has established a powerful buyer network with thousands of qualified buyers that covers almost every industry. Our buyer's database is comprised of active professional investors and private equity firms that have been through the acquisition process previously and ensures we get your business in front of thousands of qualified buyers on the first day.

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• Mar 2022 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
• Mar 2022 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
• Sep 2020 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
• Sep 2020 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company

eGateway Capital Advisors

8 Total Closed Deals

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eGateway Capital was formed to serve companies & founders – helping them scale and grow. We are focused on the eCommerce Value Chain, brining operating expertise, an active network of differentiated relationships, and a commitment to partnership. Through growth equity investment and M&A advisory services, we help you achieve your goals. We are national in scope but strategically based in the re-emerging markets of the Midwest – the branding & eCommerce growth and fulfillment capital of the country. Our M&A Advisory services leverage the eGateway edge: operating experience, deep network,…

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• Jul 2023 Advised Cargomatic in its sale to Confidential Company
• Jul 2023 Advised Nok in its sale to Confidential Company
• Jul 2023 Advised Flowspace in its sale to Confidential Company
• Jul 2023 Advised Vidmob in its sale to Confidential Company

Falco Sult

7 Total Closed Deals

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While we are good with the details, the only way to help you accomplish your goals is to be strategic and look toward the desired outcome. We do this by applying the concepts of life cycles to your goals.Every business is unique but all companies will go through some form of the business life cycle. Your needs may vary from phase to phase, but it's inevitable that the over-riding considerations of each phase will come to light during your company's evolution. Our job is to help you grow through these phases with a concept we call Financial Success by Design. While we provide quality public…

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• Apr 2021 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
• May 2019 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
• May 2019 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
• May 2019 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company

Quest Partners Ltd.

7 Total Closed Deals

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Quest Partners Ltd. provides financial and business advisory services to small and medium sized companies in North America. Quest is affiliated with Quest Partners S.A. located in Geneva, Switzerland. Quest Partners Ltd. managing partners are Bachir Rabbat and Bryan Murphy. Combined, they have more than 35 years of entrepreneurial, private equity and corporate experience owning and operating businesses. The partners have a deep network of local and international relationships that can be leveraged to assist Quest's clients. In addition, Quest's external advisors David Sutin and Craig Graham,…

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• Sep 2015 Advised Software Value Added Reseller in its sale to Private Buyer
• Jun 2015 Advised Foreman Manufacturing in its sale to Private Buyer
• Dec 2013 Advised Confidential in its sale to ADS Securities
• Jun 2013 Advised Confidential in its sale to Broadstreet Data