Interacting on a day-to-day basis with numerous company owners and executives gives The Independence Group the inside track on qualifying businesses for sale. Private Equity Groups (PEGs) seeking platform and add-on acquisitions for their investment portfolios trust our team to provide professional buyside search services. Generally, engagements are non-exclusive arrangements to provide acquisition assistance in the following ways:Search for business acquisition candidates in the PEG's specific industries of interestQualify these companies based on parameters provided by the PEG (i.e. size,…
Based in Toronto, Canada, HDL Capital Inc. (“HDL”) is a boutique M&A and Transaction Services advisory firm, specializing in arranging transformational transactions for small & mid-market companies in the $5M to $150M+ value range. HDL Managements’ 25-year track record includes over 200 successful transactions, totalling over $2 billion.HDL is dedicated to driving and unlocking shareholder value by arranging Sell-Side M&A transactions with Strategic and Financial buyers in Canada, the U.S. and beyond. HDL also works with select clients to enhance organic growth by planning…
Confederation M&A is a trusted full-service M&A firm made up of highly experienced Advisors situated in Eastern Canada with offices in Charlottetown, Fredericton, Moncton, Halifax, and Ottawa. Our service offerings include sell-side advisory services, buy-side advisory services, management buy outs and buy ins, and part or whole divestitures.Being a proud member of the Cornerstone International Alliance, Confederation M&A is globally connected firm. The trusted team has facilitated successful transactions both nationally and internationally.Confederation M&A specializes in the…
For 3 decades, we have guided business owners confidentially to exit their business for the biggest paycheck of their life! Adam Noble Group LLC provides discreet, confidential business valuation and ownership transfers of privately held companies. Our multiple specialties including Aerospace and Defense, Oilfield services, Technology, Construction trades, Craft Breweries, Partnership Buyouts, Patented products, Manufacturing, Service and Wholesale Distributors. Our experienced intermediary services including valuation, mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, buyer searches and…
Raincatcher is a lower middle market M&A advisory firm comprised of investment bankers, entrepreneurs, CPA's, and prior business owners. The company offers transaction advisory services to businesses between $1m-$10M in EBITDA nationwide.
GPCP is a Merger & Acquisition advisory firm founded to provide the highest level of performance and success for clients while using honesty and integrity throughout each relationship. The Management Team of GPCP brings over 30 years of successful transactional and business advisory experience to each client engagement.Whether you are looking to sell your business, buy a business, create a succession/exit plan to maximize the value of your business or need financing to grow your business, we can help you. We side with the philosophy to always do the right thing in any circumstance, as we…
TECACQ M&A, specializes in Mergers & Acquisitions, ESOP’s, and Corporate Finance, with services in Business Development Strategy, Pre-Due Diligence Support, and Post Merger Transactions, for closely held middle-market companies.Our firm has gained access to literally thousands of qualified buyers and sellers both domestically & internationally. TECACQ has progressed by adopting the simple philosophy of professionalism and service. We serve most industries from Energy, Service, Manufacturing, Distribution, Technology, Security, and Health Care.
True North Mergers & Acquisitions, headquartered in Minneapolis, is a national sell-side and buy-side advisory firm spun out of Sunbelt Business Advisors in September 2021. TNMA's senior professionals have built, operated, and sold successful companies, allowing the firm to perform transactions across all industry sectors. When you choose TNMA, you're not just hiring another investment banker; you're gaining passionate advocates for your business who have been in your shoes before. TNMA's dedication goes beyond the transaction to help founders and family business owners leave a legacy…
BKD Capital Advisors, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of BKD, LLP, provides services to help companies and stockholders create value and meet their corporate finance objectives. Our staff includes corporate finance specialists, investment bankers and financial analysts with experience in financial services, health care and manufacturing & distribution industries. The firm is also a member of FINRA and SIPC. Our professionals have a broad perspective on the issues you face and have the ability to share insights into numerous services, including the following:Mergers & AcquisitionsCompany Sales…
The team at Benchmark International has advised on some 500 company sales with an aggregate value in excess of £5 billion. With offices throughout the UK and the world we are in touch with all the major acquirers and consolidators who are constantly seeking both on and off market opportunities across all sectors. Our typical transactions fall broadly within the £1m to £50m 'mid-market value range'. Benchmark International's unique and dynamic international offering offers our clients unparalleled global coverage allowing them access through our exclusive databases and business intelligence…
Cross Keys Capital has offices in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and Chicago, Illinois. With a team of more than 20 professionals, we provide our clients with a full suite of investment banking advisory services including sell-side and buy-side M&A, recapitalizations, restructurings, and capital raising. At the onset, we perform comprehensive diligence and analyses on our clients to identify key deal factors, including the quality of the management team, the stability and track record of the business, the strength and testing of the company’s financial profile, and its competitive positioning.
Lenox Hill Capital Advisors is a mergers & acquisitions advisory firm founded on the principles of integrity, commitment and individualized attention. Our clients are leading middle-market companies in a variety of industry sectors. The firm provides specialized investment banking services to private clients, including mergers & acquisitions transactions, private equity transactions, debt financing or restructuring, mezzanine financing, leveraged buyouts, strategic partnering, joint ventures, ownership transition planning, business plan consulting and other related advisory services in…
SLATE Partners is a boutique investment bank that provides sell-side and buy-side mergers and acquisitions (M&A) advisory services exclusively to companies in the building materials and building services (BMS) industry. This specifically includes manufacturers, distributors, and producers of both natural and manufactured building materials. It also includes building services companies such as architects, engineers, and construction/facilities services providers. SLATE works with family and entrepreneur-owned businesses, as well as private equity portfolio companies,…
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…
Liberty Ridge is the most difficult and treacherous trek on the Pacific Northwest’s iconic Mt. Rainier. As founders, with deep roots in the Pacific Northwest, we consider Liberty Ridge the perfect metaphor to represent the challenging yet rewarding endeavors that a merger or acquisition can be for business owners.The final summit, for any private business owner, is to achieve hard earned liquidity and successfully exit the business on one’s own terms. Even the most experienced climbers understand that it’s a team effort and would never dare to summit Liberty Ridge without the aid of an…
Stillwater is a leading North American Mergers & Acquisitions advisor. We help business owners develop and execute winning M&A strategies.For sellers - we maximize shareholder value while minimizing uncertainty.For buyers - we source proprietary deals and negotiate transactions that achieve strategic objectives.We have closed over 100 transactions throughout North America, in a variety of industries. Typical transactions are $2-10m EBITDA. As trusted advisors, we believe in a client-focused approach that is built on trust and discretion.
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…
Founded in 2001, Osage Advisors is a boutique Investment Banking firm dedicated to helping business owners receive the maximum value from the sale of their companies. We use traditional investment banking techniques, typically not available to owners of closely-held businesses to create a competitive environment that delivers multiple options and the best prices for our clients.Our teams of Advisors are former business owners who understand that selling a business is personal and, therefore, we are committed to our clients - not just the deal. We tailor our process to meet the needs of each…
Corporate Finance Associates Worldwide (CFAW) is an independent international investment banking firm serving middle-market businesses. For over 70 years CFAW has been advocating on behalf of business owners who are restructuring a company, either through divestiture, merger, acquisition, or recapitalization. Combining the knowledge and leverage of a larger bank with the customer-focused detail of a boutique firm, from inception to completion, our senior principals provide hands-on expertise to clients buying, selling, or recapitalizing a business. The San Antonio/Austin branch was opened in…
Mar 2025Advised Quality Fence & Welding in its sale to Texas Research & Technology Foundation
Jul 2024Advised James Forwarding Company in its sale to Spectrum Relocation Group
Jun 2024Advised Albert Container Concepts, L.L.C. in its sale to Spectrum Relocation Group
Oct 2023Advised Andrews Van Lines, Inc. in its sale to Spectrum Relocation Group
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Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for Trading Companies & Distributors 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.
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Relevant Industrials 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 459 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Industrials.
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