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Top Research & Consulting Services Investment Banks

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Research & Consulting Services Investment Banks

235

Active Firms

470

TTM Deal Flow

$3M-$24M

Core Revenue Range

$500K-$4M

Core EBITDA Range

Top States by Activity

California 12%
Florida 10%
New York 8%
Texas 7%
New Jersey 4%

Key Attributes

Best For: Complex Transactions | Typical Fee: Retainer & Success fee | Coverage: Dedicated, Sector-Focused Deal Teams

Showing 141-160 of 235 Investment Banks

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MSC-BD, LLC a division of Madison Street Capital

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MSC-BD, LLC is a division of Madison Street Capital, an investment banking firm providing corporate financial advisory services, mergers and acquisitions expertise, valuation services and financial opinions to publicly and privately held businesses through our offices in North America, Asia and Africa.

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ONEtoONE Corporate Finance

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Independent and expert advice on Corporate Finance ServicesOur global infrastructure, investment banking expertise, and best-in-class technology makes ONEtoONE the best adviser for any middle-market M&A transaction

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

Davos Partners LLC

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Davos Partners is a boutique investment bank headquartered in Denver, Colorado. We specialize in the discrete negotiation and management of transactions involving the sale or purchase of a private business enterprise. We work diligently to partner with entrepreneurs, ambitious business owners, and management teams to provide capital to grow existing lines, acquire new ones, buy-out existing owners and explore new frontiers.

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

Corporate Finance Associates - San Francisco

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Corporate Finance Associates (CFA) is one of North America's oldest and most prominent investment banking firms serving middle-market companies. In its over 60 year history, CFA has recorded thousands of successful transactions by working diligently on the client’s behalf. Our global footprint and network of over 50 experienced professionals make CFA uniquely qualified to help you realize your business goals.Our mission is to provide services that give your company an edge in the M & A market place. The CFA team has the investment banking track record and exceptional…

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Objective Capital Partners

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Objective, Investment Banking & Valuation (“Objective”) is a leading investment banking and valuation firm that services middle market companies within our industry practices: Business Services, Consumer, Healthcare Tech & Services, Life Sciences Services & Tech, Manufacturing & Distribution, and Technology. Within our industry practices we offer an investment banking group providing sell-side advisory, and a full-service valuation group providing tax compliance, financial reporting, transaction opinion, and…

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Excel Capital Advisors

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Excel Capital Advisors is a Florida based financial advisory firm with our focus on the lower middlemarket, specializing in mergers and acquisitions and capital raising for family, founder owned businesses. Our senior bankers have extensive investment banking experience including mergers & acquisitions, growth capital, recapitalizations and restructuring, and valuation advisory services. Excel Capital Advisors has extensive deal experience developed over many years with a specialized focus within the telecommunication industry as well as more broadly across multiple industries including…

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IG Private Company Advisory

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IG Private Company Advisory services encompass corporate finance (institutional private placements of debt and equity) and mergers and acquisitions advice. These investment banking services cater to middle-market firms with revenues ranging from $20 million to $1 billion.IG Private Company Adviosry is a part of IGM Financial Inc. is one of Canada's leading diversified wealth and asset management companies with approximately $271 billion in total assets under managements. The company provides a broad range of financial planning and investment management services to help more than two million…

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PKF Investment Banking

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Sell. Acquire. Plan Your Exit. Partner with PKF Investment Banking.PKF Investment Banking is dedicated to serving privately held, family- and founder-owned businesses with M&A expertise. If that’s you and you’re thinking of selling your company, acquiring one, or planning an exit, PKF Investment Banking has the expertise to help with a successful transaction.Entrepreneurial MindsetWe have a strong, entrepreneurial mindset, with the know-how and flexibility to address your specific challenges. Every company is unique and our process is customized to each engagement — always delivered…

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Roy Street Advisors

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We have been in the M & A sector for over 30 years with experience as investment bankers and as the Managing Director of P-Squared Management Enterprises, a Dalio family office funded lower-middle marked PE firm. At Roy Street Advisors we represent business owners, prospective buyers, and family offices in their quest to exit or acquire businesses with EBITDA of $1.0+ million.

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

Dark Horse Advisors LLC

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Independent capital markets advisor with specialty in debt advisory and placements of debt. Since 2007 advised on and placed over 30 transactions totaling nearly $900 million, with diversity around industries, commitment size, issue and structure.Specialties: Private Placements, ABL and Cash Flow Lending, Leveraged Buyouts, Mergers and Acquisitions, Capital FormationSecurities-related services provided by Burch & Company, Inc., member FINRA SIPC (www.finra.org www.sipc.org). Dark Horse Advisors LLC and Burch & Company, Inc. are unaffiliated entities. Any third party posts linked to…

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

EdgePoint Capital Advisors

82 Total Closed Deals
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EdgePoint is a leading Merger & Acquisition advisory firm, specializing in middle market mergers, acquisitions, management buyouts, and corporate divestitures for businesses and owners. EdgePoint is a registered broker dealer and a member of FINRA.The professionals at EdgePoint have an extensive track record of helping business owners evaluate, improve, and sell their businesses. We feel that we are not just selling a company...we are selling your business. We provide clients a unique combination of large corporate finance expertise and deep middle-market knowledge, gained through years of…

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  • Jun 2022 Advised Prince & Izant on an investment from Industrial Growth Partners
  • Jun 2022 Advised 06 Environmental in its sale to Warren Equity Partners
  • Apr 2022 Advised Rachlin Partners in its sale to Huckabee
  • Mar 2022 Advised RailComm in its sale to Tracsis

Allegiance Capital Corporation

81 Total Closed Deals
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We are M&A Advisors for Privately-held CompaniesAllegiance Capital is an M&A advisory and investment banking firm that has been providing expert financial services to small and mid-sized, privately-held companies since 1998. Its specialty is representing privately-owned companies with annual revenues between $20 million and $500 million. Its clients are business owners, partners, families and entrepreneurs who want to sell their company, transition to new management, or bring on a financial partner to grow their business. Allegiance Capital also specializes in raising capital and facilitating…

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  • Aug 2014 Advised Insight Merchandising, Inc. in its sale to Hudson Ferry Capital
  • Jul 2014 Advised Lone Star Tank Rental in its sale to General Finance Corporation
  • Jun 2014 Advised Downing Wellhead Equipment, Inc. in its sale to Argonaut Private Equity
  • Feb 2014 Advised M&N Construction in its sale to APi Group, Inc.

TM Capital Corp.

75 Total Closed Deals
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Founded in 1989, TM Capital is the client-first investment banking team advising industry-leading companies across North America and around the world. In everything we do, our professionals share a relentless commitment to engineering extraordinary outcomes with an unmatched standard of client care. Over the last three decades, we have completed more than 450 transactions with a combined value in excess of $30 billion. With offices in Atlanta, Boston and New York, our mission critical capabilities include: complex mergers and acquisitions; debt and equity financings; minority and majority…

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  • Sep 2023 Advised Delaware Valley Floral Group in its sale to Staple Street Capital
  • Aug 2023 Advised Minuteman Security Technologies, Inc. in its sale to Tenex Capital Management
  • Jul 2023 Advised Pinnacle Cranes Holding, LLC in its sale to Atlantic & Southern Equipment
  • Jul 2023 Advised Hydraulex in its sale to BBB Industries

Cascadia Capital LLC

58 Total Closed Deals
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We are an independent investment bank founded in 2000, positioned nationally and internationally, and organized into a number of industry practice areas:Business ServicesConsumer & RetailEnergy & Applied TechnologiesFood, Beverage & AgribusinessHealthcareIndustrialsRobotics, Automation & Artificial IntelligenceTechnologyWe work with private and public companies throughout their life cycle – from growth equity financing and later-stage capital raises, including PIPE financings and private debt, to mergers, acquisitions and restructurings. We offer the following investment banking…

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  • Mar 2022 Advised Psychiatric Centers at San Diego in its sale to Mindpath Health
  • Feb 2022 Advised Three Bears Alaska on an investment from Westward Partners
  • Feb 2022 Advised Credence in its sale to Certn
  • Feb 2022 Advised DentalXchange on an investment from Bregal Sagemount

Greenwich Capital Group

46 Total Closed Deals
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Greenwich Capital Group (“GCG") is a leading middle-market investment bank that advises clients including closely-held and family-owned businesses, private equity firms, and public companies. GCG’s senior bankers have collectively advised on hundreds of transactions and average nearly 20 years of experience in mergers and acquisitions, with most having backgrounds with large U.S. and global firms. GCG is focused on advising clients in key industry verticals throughout the U.S.GCG was founded by entrepreneurially minded investment banking professionals focused on building an organization…

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  • Aug 2024 Advised Alpha Metalcraft Group in its sale to Industrial Growth Partners
  • Jul 2024 Advised TopFlite Components in its sale to kSARIA Corporation
  • Apr 2024 Advised Venshure Test Services in its sale to AB Dynamics plc
  • Feb 2024 Advised Midwest Glass Fabricators, Inc. in its sale to Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope, Inc.

MHT Partners

42 Total Closed Deals
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As owners of our firm, we think like entrepreneurs, bringing unparalleled level of passion and intensity to every transaction.MHT Partners is committed to delivering a higher level of service, combined with exceptional execution, for our clients. We have deep industry knowledge in the sectors we serve and, with offices coast to coast, employ a network of professionals who know the players, the market and how to position, negotiate and close the deal.We advise leaders of niche markets who are selling a company, buying a company or raising capital for growth.MHT Partners serves a variety of…

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  • Sep 2017 Advised Corporate United in its sale to Omnia Partners
  • Aug 2017 Advised Sales Benchmark Index on an investment from Alaris Royalty Corp.
  • Jul 2017 Advised School Improvement Network in its sale to Frontline Education
  • Jul 2017 Advised Dermatologists of Central States in its sale to Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center, PLC

Commerce Street Capital, LLC

36 Total Closed Deals
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Commerce Street Capital, LLC, Member FINRA/SIPC, is a premier investment banking firm serving financial institutions and middle-market companies. We value collaboration with our client partners and enjoy building long term relationships established on a foundation of mutual respect, common goals, and uncommon integrity. Led by veterans of the financial industry, Commerce Street Capital’s practice includes: - Mergers & Acquisitions - Recapitalizations - Private Placement of Debt & Equity - Regulatory Advisory - Valuations & Fairness Opinions - Community Bank Capital Markets Services - SBIC…

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  • Sep 2015 Advised Schwertner State Bank in its sale to R Bank
  • Jul 2015 Advised Independent Bank of Texas in its sale to Veritex Community Banks
  • Jul 2015 Advised Vision Bank in its sale to Texas Bank and Trust
  • Jul 2015 Advised The Bank of Fayetteville in its sale to Farmers & Merchants Bank

Vista Point Advisors, LLC

22 Total Closed Deals
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Vista Point Advisors is a leading boutique investment bank focused on providing merger & acquisition and capital raising advisory services to founder-led middle-market companies in the Technology, Internet & Consumer Services, Software, SaaS and Cloud-Enabled Services, Mobile, Consumer Retail and Healthcare industries. The Company was founded on the principle that founder-led companies in the emerging and middle markets are unique and require specialized attention and advice when considering investment and exit opportunities. Vista Point works predominately as a sell-side advisor, which…

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  • Aug 2014 Advised Eckim in its sale to Coupons.com Incorporated
  • Apr 2014 Advised Axiom EPM in its sale to Kaufman Hall
  • Mar 2014 Advised Software Advice in its sale to Gartner
  • Nov 2013 Advised TechBargains.com in its sale to Ziff Davis Media

Aurum Capital Connect

13 Total Closed Deals
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Aurum Capital Connect is a Denver- and Dallas-based investment bank and strategic advisory group that specializes in M&A and capital formation for middle market companies. We firmly believe active involvement with our client companies is key to success; we work closely with management teams to develop and execute strategy, open doors to capital, and create meaningful exits.

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  • Oct 2025 Advised HP EnviroVision on an investment from Confidential Company
  • Sep 2025 Advised Lion Fencing and Steel Supplies on an investment from Alterna Capital Partners
  • Jun 2025 Advised Encore Engineering Holdings on an investment from Confidential Company
  • Sep 2024 Advised Origins Lab in its sale to Montrose Environmental Group

Frequently Asked Questions

How are Investment Banks in this directory ordered?

Firms in the Research & Consulting Services Investment Banks 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.

What information is included in each Investment Bank profile?

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.

What company sizes are most common for Research & Consulting Services Investment Banks?

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for Research & Consulting Services Investment Banks is $3M-$24M, with a core EBITDA range of $500K-$4M. 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.

How important is Business Services experience when evaluating Investment Banks?

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 235 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Business Services.

Do all Investment Banks in this directory focus exclusively on Business Services?

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Research & Consulting Services Investment Banks 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.

How do I compare Investment Banks with experience in Business Services?

When comparing Investment Banks with experience in Business Services, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 235 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

How do I connect with Research & Consulting Services Investment Banks?

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 Research & Consulting Services Investment Banks directory, you can request information here.

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