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Neri Capital Partners

20 Total Closed Deals

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Established in April of 2006, Neri Capital Partners, an independent boutique investment bank, provides Merger and Acquisition and Advisory services for owners of privately held companies. Our firm has multi-market sector experience for companies whose revenue ranges from $5.0 to $50.0 million. Neri Capital is recognized for simplifying complex transactions, and advising clients in making the best decisions for their business, not ours.  We generally work with profitable ($1.0 to $15.0 million EBITDA) manufacturers, business-to-business services, tech, healthcare, trades,…

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• Dec 2014 Advised Sexton Dental Clinic, Inc. in its sale to A Private Investor
• Nov 2014 Advised Carpenter Avionics, Inc. in its sale to Momentum Aviation Holdings, Inc.
• Jul 2014 Advised The Mews, LLC in its sale to Senior Living, Inc.
• May 2014 Advised Carter Insulation and Services, Inc. in its sale to Franklin Asset Management, LLC

Houlihan Capital

19 Total Closed Deals

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Houlihan Capital is a leading, solutions-driven valuation, financial advisory and boutique investment banking firm committed to delivering superior client value. We pride ourselves on being thought leaders in an ever-changing landscape. Houlihan Capital is a FINRA and SIPC member, committed to the highest levels of professional ethics and standards. Investment Banking Services We provide sell side and buy side M&A advisory services, institutional private placement and capital raises. Valuation and Financial Advisory We provide an array of services that range from portfolio valuation,…

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• Aug 2023 Advised AMI in its sale to Israel Aerospace Industries Inc.
• Aug 2023 Acquired Aero-Mark LLC
• Aug 2023 Assisted Bond Medical in securing debt financing from Bank of America
• Aug 2023 Advised Clay Petroleum Group in its sale to HESS

Solganick & Co.

18 Total Closed Deals

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Founded in 2009, Solganick & Co. is an AI-enabled and data-driven investment bank and M&A advisory firm specializing in software and technology services companies. Its sector coverage includes AI, cloud, cybersecurity, data analytics, digital transformation, and healthcare IT, among others. Offices are located in Dallas and Los Angeles. We use artificial intelligence and data-driven research to support our M&A process from start to finish. Our deal team has completed over $20 billion in M&A transactions to date and consists of experienced M&A professionals, CFOs,…

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• Aug 2026 Advised Analytica Consulting in its sale to ImageNet
• Jul 2026 Advised Imagine Technology Group in its sale to DEX Imaging
• Mar 2025 Advised Kavaliro in its sale to Accordion
• Jun 2023 Advised Nextira in its sale to Accenture

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• Industrials
  Precision Industrial Fabrication Manufacturer
  NDA Available CIM Available South Atlantic

  Revenue

  $3.9M

  EBITDA

  $1.1M

  Margin

  29%

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• Industrials
  Regional Fire Protection Services Platform
  NDA Available CIM Available Middle Atlantic

  Revenue

  $13.3M

  EBITDA

  $1.5M

  Margin

  11%

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• Transportation
  Industrial Equipment Platform With Meaningful EBITDA
  NDA Available CIM Available Eastern Midwest

  Revenue

  $36.7M

  EBITDA

  $9.5M

  Margin

  26%

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• Consumer Goods
  Outdoor Consumer Products Brand Platform
  NDA Available CIM Available Eastern Midwest

  Revenue

  $23.0M

  EBITDA

  $4.5M

  Margin

  20%

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• Technology
  Multi-Region IT Asset Disposition Provider
  NDA Available CIM Available West South Central

  Revenue

  $28.1M

  EBITDA

  $5.7M

  Margin

  20%

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• Technology
  Compliance-Driven Visitor Management Software Provider
  NDA Available CIM Available Eastern Midwest

  Revenue

  $3.7M

  EBITDA

  $1.7M

  Margin

  46%

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• Food & Hospitality
  Historic Winery and Hospitality Platform
  NDA Available CIM Available Middle Atlantic

  Revenue

  $13.2M

  EBITDA

  $1.3M

  Margin

  10%

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• Business Services
  Vertically Focused B2B Sales Development Provider
  NDA Available CIM Available South Atlantic

  Revenue

  $3.2M

  EBITDA

  $1.2M

  Margin

  37%

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Baird Business Owner Solutions

17 Total Closed Deals

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We advise buyers and sellers on business sales, mergers, acquisitions, ESOPs and other similar transactions. Our Business Owner Solutions team will deliver the strategic advice and practical guidance to help you achieve the optimal outcome in your business transition. Our credentialed, experienced business valuation team understands both the art and science of business valuation. We tailor each project to the client's unique situation and needs. The ongoing M&A experience of our Business Owner Solutions team is a critical factor grounding our valuations in the real world.When you're ready to…

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• Dec 2017 Advised Pluto Corporation in its sale to Derby Supply Chain Solutions
• Oct 2017 Advised StaffMasters, Inc. in its sale to Hire Dynamics
• Aug 2017 Advised Kay Manufacturing in its sale to SRS Ventures
• May 2017 Advised Grandview Gallery in its sale to CID Capital

Johnsen, Fretty, & Co.

17 Total Closed Deals

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JFC is a boutique investment banking firm specializing in providing M&A advisory, capital raising, and strategic consulting services to Out-of-Home, Place-based, and Digital Media companies (collectively "OOH"). Over the last 30 years, we have completed over 400 OOH transactions across North America, with aggregate deal value approx. $5.0 billion. Our clients include Traditional Outdoor companies (e.g. major-market, smaller-market billboards), Alternative OOH companies (e.g. street furniture, transit, in-store, resorts, washrooms, coffee-sleeves, etc), and Digital OOH media companies…

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• Jul 2025 Advised Verde Outdoor LLC in its sale to Lamar Advertising
• Jan 2025 Advised Las Vegas Billboards on an investment from Heritage/BH3
• Feb 2023 Advised Johnsen, Fretty, & Co. on an investment from 2 Family Offices
• Dec 2021 Advised Colossal Media in its sale to Lamar Advertising

Kinsella Group, Inc.

16 Total Closed Deals

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Kinsella Group is a middle-market boutique investment bank and business advisory firm representing sellers, buyers and companies seeking capital to grow. Our professionals hold SEC securities licenses as Broker/Dealer representatives. We focus today in the healthcare sector helping clients grow, generate liquidity and enhance financial and operational strength. Our Firm’s origins are in turnaround consulting and financial restructuring in the industrial space. Our principals have all held senior positions in operating companies having personal experience with issues business owners face…

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• Sep 2019 Advised Jade Precision Medical Components in its sale to Arch Global Precision
• Sep 2019 Advised Jade Equipment Corp. in its sale to Arch Global Precision
• Aug 2019 Advised Undisclosed in its sale to Undisclosed
• Jun 2019 Advised Advantage Manufacturing Technologies in its sale to Medin Technologies

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CoView Capital, Inc.

16 Total Closed Deals

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CoView Capital, Inc. is an investment banking and advisory firm founded by senior professionals with extensive domestic and international experience. The firm was established to provide an innovative approach to traditional and complex financial issues facing both growing and mature companies. CoView's advisory and investment banking activities encompass a wide range of services including mergers and acquisitions,valuations, consulting and strategic planning, capital raising for expansion and acquisitions, leveraged recapitalizations, fairness opinions, due diligence reviews, and advising…

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• Nov 2023 Advised Surge Private Equity in its sale to Coastal Amusement Inc.
• Nov 2023 Advised Benchmark in its sale to Tiger Supplies
• Jul 2023 Advised Respect Manufacturing in its sale to MYKU Biosciences LLC
• Jul 2023 Advised Alliance Entertainment in its sale to Mecca Electronics

Ankura Capital Advisors

16 Total Closed Deals

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Ankura Capital Advisors, LLC (ACA) (Member FINRA, SIPC) offers investment banking services related to mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures as well as private placement capital raises:M&A financial advisory for private and publicly traded companies, investment funds, and not-for-profit organizationsBuy-side advisorySell-side advisory (including dispositions of divisions and non-core assets)Private placement transactions: placement agent services in connection with the sale of equity, debt, and hybrid securities to financial investors and strategic partnersLoan brokeringCapital RaisingOur…

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• Oct 2025 Advised Wilbur on an investment from Investible
• Apr 2025 Assisted Broadway Strategic Return Fund in securing debt financing from BC Partners
• Feb 2025 Advised DCL Monteith Plant in its sale to Lorama Group Inc.
• Feb 2025 Advised DCL Waterfoot Plant in its sale to Lorama Group Inc.

Business Capital

14 Total Closed Deals

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Business Capital is a leading commercial finance and debt restructuring firm specializing in arranging customized debt based solutions for rapidly growing as well as distressed small and middle market companies nationwide who require a unique, timely and tailored financing structure to address their particular needs. In situations where conventional capital sources are not an option, Business Capital has repeatedly delivered financial solutions to a broad assortment of private and public companies seeking additional liquidity.

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• Jun 2015 Assisted Ice Cream Manufacturer in securing debt financing from Confidential
• May 2015 Advised Hortau on an investment from Confidential Capital Provider
• Mar 2015 Assisted General Engineering Contractor in securing debt financing from Confidential
• Feb 2015 Assisted Frozen Treats Mfgr. in securing debt financing from Confidential

Transitus Capital

14 Total Closed Deals

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Transitus Capital provides Investment Banking services to middle market firms in a wide array of industries. We offer clients a strategic approach to Merger & Acquisition advisory and Capital Raising Solutions. Our singular focus on the middle market allows us the opportunity to work closely with clients to provide top tier guidance throughout the transaction.

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• Jul 2023 Advised Connectrac in its sale to LeGrand
• Jul 2023 Advised Elite in its sale to LKQ
• Jul 2023 Advised Made Ya Smile Dental in its sale to Dental Care Alliance
• Jul 2023 Advised Standard Pump Parts in its sale to Hicks Equity Partners

Chaffe & Associates, Inc.

14 Total Closed Deals

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Chaffe & Associates, Inc. was founded in 1982 by D.B.H. Chaffe III to provide specialized investment banking services to financial and business interests. Its clients include publicly held companies, family-owned businesses, banks and other financial institutions. Chaffe has earned a strong reputation as a valued resource for a broad base of clients that includes companies in numerous industries.

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• Oct 2015 Advised Maritime International in its sale to Trelleborg AB
• Oct 2015 Advised Mosquito Control Services in its sale to Scott Capital Partners
• Aug 2012 Advised Petrex in its sale to NOV
• Mar 2012 Advised The Standard Companies, Inc in its sale to DS Waters of America, Inc.

Szymon Zephan Capital

13 Total Closed Deals

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Our mission is to help our clients succeed in all of their endeavours. At Szymon Zephan Capital, every customer is important. And our reputation hinges on the fact that we treat even our smallest clients with the same respect and diligence we would treat our largest clients. We earn the trust of our clients and our lenders by our actions every single day. An independent financial advisory firm serving clients with sound advice and effective solutions to strategic and financial matters. We operate in a global network of relationships with key decision-makers in corporations, governments and…

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• Sep 2022 Assisted Confidential Company in securing debt financing 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

Corporate Finance Associates - Mid. South

13 Total Closed Deals

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CFA was ranked among the top 10 M&A Advisors for U.S. transactions under $50 million by Thomson Reuters, Corporate Finance Associates is an international investment banking firm serving middle-market businesses. For nearly 60 years, Corporate Finance Associates has been advocating on behalf of business owners who are restructuring a company, either through divestiture, merger, acquisition or recapitalization. We also frequently work with private equity firms and strategic buyers to find acquisition targets. As the whole is generally greater than the sum of the parts, a synergistic acquisition…

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• Apr 2013 Advised Innovative Circuits, Inc. in its sale to High Point LLC
• Dec 2012 Advised Key Staff Source in its sale to Qualified Staffing
• Dec 2012 Advised n/a in its sale to n/a
• Jul 2012 Advised Calco Travel, Inc.; Hotard Travel, Inc, and subsidiaries in its sale to Celerity Partners

Roadmap Advisors

13 Total Closed Deals

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Roadmap Advisors is a boutique investment banking firm providing acquisition search, sell-side and advisory services:For buyers, we execute proactive, thesis-driven acquisition searches to uncover, evaluate and close acquisitionsFor sellers, we leverage our intimate understanding of the buy-side perspective to extract full value in the sale of our clients’ companiesOur corporate advisory service helps clients identify pockets of opportunity and create significant value within their operationsWe have participated in tens of thousands of transaction opportunities throughout our…

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• Oct 2024 Advised Aggregates Company in its sale to Aggregates Company
• May 2024 Assisted Foodservice Company in securing debt financing from Specialty Finance Co.
• Mar 2024 Advised Tank Cleaning Contractor in its sale to Family Office
• Aug 2023 Advised Majestic Collision & Frame Repair in its sale to Merx Truck & Trailer

Ridgecrest Capital Partners

12 Total Closed Deals

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Ridgecrest Capital Partners is a private investment bank based in San Francisco providing expert merger and acquisitions, capital raising and financial restructuring advisory services for leading technology and other growth companies.Ridgecrest was founded in 2001 to address the unmet needs of middle market companies for top-quality investment banking services. The firm brings senior and experienced Wall Street investment banking talent to bear on typically smaller transactions—professional assistance that is rarely accessible in such situations. Members of our team have managed scores of…

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• May 2022 Advised Constellation Software Inc. in its sale to Flash Networks
• Feb 2022 Advised Mural in its sale to Luma Institute
• Aug 2021 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
• May 2020 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company

MaximForte

12 Total Closed Deals

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MaximForte is a dedicated Investment Banking & Sell Side M&A advisory firm focused on founder-led and family-owned lower mid-market growth-oriented companies (EBITDA $2m - $50m). Our services include M&A Advisory, Capital Advisory (Debt and Equity) and Business Consulting. We represent companies based out of United States and Canada. MaximForte LLC offers securities through Finalis Securities LLC; Office of Supervisory Jurisdiction is located at 450 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10017, 800-962-0418.

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• May 2026 Assisted Private Healthcare Group in securing debt financing from Confidential Company
• May 2026 Assisted Villa St Luc in securing debt financing from Confidential Company
• May 2026 Assisted Centre D'Accueil Mon Chez Nous in securing debt financing from Confidential Company
• Apr 2026 Advised Sahar Hospice in its sale to Confidential Company

iMerge Advisors

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Since 2001, investment banking firm, iMerge Advisors has focused exclusively on small to mid-market technology companies within the internet, application software, software as a service (SaaS), and cloud computing verticals that are both growing and profitable with revenues exceeding $5 million and up. For more than a decade iMerge Advisors has provided exemplary mergers & acquisitions and investment banking services to those technology business owners wishing to position and capture the highest values for their businesses. Perhaps you have received an unsolicited approach from a buyer or…

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• Aug 2023 Advised Testudodata in its sale to J2 Global
• Aug 2023 Advised Cheap Hosting Directory in its sale to INet Interactive
• Aug 2023 Advised Webcapades in its sale to ThinkPartnership
• Aug 2023 Advised eEuroparts on an investment from Anonymous Company

Avalon Net Worth

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Avalon Net Worth confidentially provides clients the quality and technical expertise of a major investment bank while maintaining the personal service and efficiency of a boutique firm. Since 1992, Avalon has worked with high caliber, committed business owners, senior executives and entrepreneurs as they have expanded businesses, re-capitalized or re-organized firms, sold or purchased companies, and gained liquidity for themselves and their shareholders. Our clients have ranged from mid-market private companies to Fortune 500 companies to early stage firms. Avalon Net Worth and Avalon…

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• Aug 2023 Advised EC Outlook in its sale to Chem Connect
• Aug 2023 Assisted Quad Logic in securing debt financing from Entrepreneur Growth Capital
• Aug 2023 Advised Logistics Express Inc. in its sale to Private Equity Funds
• Aug 2023 Advised AMIEE LYNN in its sale to Steve Madden Inc.

BlackTorch Capital

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BlackTorch Capital is a results-driven investment banking firm providing strategic and financial solutions customized to meet the needs of public and private middle-market companies and their capital providers. SINGULAR SOLUTIONS No two companies are exactly alike. Their circumstances and challenges always differ. That’s why, before recommending any specific strategy, we always invest the time necessary to understand your issues, your business model and your objectives. Remaining flexible and focused allows us to create singular, innovative solutions. PROVEN EXPERIENCE Our senior investment…

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• Aug 2014 Advised CloudCover in its sale to Not Disclosed
• Jul 2014 Advised Dane Technologies on an investment from Not Disclosed
• Jul 2014 Advised Comforts of Home in its sale to Not Disclosed
• Jul 2014 Advised Boundary Medical in its sale to IMI Health

Mt. Vista Capital

12 Total Closed Deals

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Mt. Vista Capital, Inc. is full-service investment banking firm providing professional merger and acquisition, financial advisory and business valuation services exclusively to middle market companies. Our middle market focus on sell-side advisory is designed to provide efficient execution of our client's transaction while maximizing value. Our financial advisory services provide assistance to our clients in structuring and sourcing the capital resources they need to fund organic or acquisition growth strategies. To support both of these service areas we also provide business valuation…

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• Oct 2013 Advised Chief Executive Boards International in its sale to Aegis Assistance, Inc
• May 2013 Advised Experienced Commercial Printing Executives in its sale to Regional Commercial Printing Executives
• May 2013 Advised Regional Healthcare Services Co. in its sale to Strategic Competitor
• Jun 2012 Advised OFM, Inc. in its sale to Gen Cap America