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Clear Capital Advisors

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CLEAR CAPITAL ADVISORS is a Los Angeles-based financial advisory firm focused exclusively on the needs of management and shareholders. We provide the full spectrum of merger, acquisition, capital raising, and strategic advisory services to middle market and emerging growth companies. We work closely with our clients to understand all facets of their business as well as their objectives. We use our substantial transaction experience and market insight to design a specific plan of action to achieve our client's strategic and financial goals. We have an outstanding record of delivering…

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• Sep 2013 Advised PRO-TEK in its sale to LAC Group
• Jul 2013 Advised inSleep Technologies, LLC on an investment from Series A financing from a group of investors including Windham Ventures
• Jul 2013 Advised Bel Air Internet (BAI) on an investment from Pacific Western Bank
• Apr 2013 Advised HYFN in its sale to LIN Media

Lockebridge, LLC

6 Total Closed Deals

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LockeBridge is a Boston based investment banking advisory firm offering seasoned domestic and international representation to owners of lower-middle market companies. Our successful transaction experience includes seasoned representation in the sale, recapitalization, merger and acquisition of businesses to and for strategic buyers, financial partners, private investment groups, and publicly traded companies from around the world.

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• Dec 2025 Advised TDF Metal Finishing in its sale to Confidential Company
• Jan 2025 Advised Davis Industries in its sale to Smith Industries
• Dec 2020 Advised Excel Recycling on an investment from Syndicated Investors
• Dec 2019 Advised Middleboro Recycling in its sale to Spiegel South Shore Scrap Metal

DBO Partners

6 Total Closed Deals

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DBO Partners is an independent investment banking firm based in San Francisco founded in 2012 by Morgan Stanley investment banking veterans. Our partners each bring over 20 years of experience advising leading companies and institutions on their most important strategic and financial transactions. Our Firm offers expertise across a broad range of investment banking advisory services, including: mergers and acquisitions, leveraged buyouts, debt and equity capital raising, shareholder relations and financing and general partner advisory services. In addition to our investment banking advisory…

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• Jul 2019 Advised Digital Bridge Holdings in its sale to Colony Capital
• Jan 2018 Advised Ethertronics in its sale to AVX Corporation
• Nov 2015 Advised The Mutual Fund Store in its sale to Financial Engines
• Mar 2015 Advised MWH Global in its sale to Stantec

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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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The Chicago Corporation

6 Total Closed Deals

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The Chicago Corporation is an independent Chicago-based investment banking firm focused on providing middle-market companies with a range of financial and corporate advisory services including merger and acquisitions, institutional debt and equity capital raising, and financial restructuring. The Chicago Corporation leverages the broad experience of its team to evaluate and implement financial strategies designed to maximize the value of a client's business. The firm is committed to a "client-first" approach, which ensures that its professionals work together to find the best market-based…

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• Jul 2017 Advised Benefit Administrative Systems, LLC in its sale to HealthComp Holdings
• Feb 2016 Advised Holton Food Products Company in its sale to Mantrose-Haeuser Co., Inc
• Jun 2015 Advised Bridgeview Bancorp, Inc. on an investment from Various Investors
• May 2014 Advised Go Packaging, LLC in its sale to Welch Packaging Group

Alpine Capital International LLC

6 Total Closed Deals

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ALPINE CAPITAL INTERNATIONAL LLC. is part of the ALPINE GROUP of COMPANIES established in 1994. While the other affiliated members of the group provide a variety of services to international clients, ALPINE CAPITAL INTERNATIONAL LLC focuses on investment advisory services. In particular, we provide the 4 M's: M&A: superior merger and acquisition services, private equity and financial advisory services MANAGEMENT: temporary and permanent management capacity for the investment opportunities when required METHODS: strategic advice for the investment opportunities in growth by acquisition and…

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• Sep 2025 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company
• Apr 2023 Assisted Confidential Company in securing debt financing from Confidential Company
• Dec 2021 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
• Feb 2021 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company

Merritt Healthcare Advisors

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Merritt Healthcare Advisors (MHA) is focused exclusively on representing owners of surgical facilities, healthcare practices and other healthcare related sub-sectors that are considering strategic options, whether it is selling an interest in their organization, creating a new partnership or growing through acquisition. MHA is unique in that we are the only firm that combines an investment banking background* with actual “owners” experience that comes from developing and managing our own healthcare facilities. We have used this experience to successfully complete more than $4 billion in…

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• Jan 2024 Advised St. Louis Heart & Vascular in its sale to Heart & Vascular Partners
• Sep 2023 Advised Elite Clinical Network in its sale to Surge Private Equity
• Apr 2023 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
• Jan 2023 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company

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Syed Brokerage & Capital Co.

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Investment Bank , Accredited and Certified Merger & Acquisitions Advisor, Business and Commercial Investments Intermediary/Broker Expert, Investment Advisor, Consultant, 30+ Years Exp. of Verifiable Business Accomplishments, Steering Growth, Assets Wealth Expansion, Profit Generation Demonstration Proven Success in Delivering High Profits Attainment Through Targeted Innovative Business, and Investments Strategies.

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• Dec 2016 Advised Schiller Plaza Commons on an investment from A1 Schiller Plaza LLC
• Oct 2016 Assisted Midwest Gas Inc. in securing debt financing from Syed Brokerage & Capital Co.
• May 2015 Advised Vishna Inc. on an investment from Syed Brokerage & Capital Co.
• Jan 2015 Advised Lewis Ave Food Inc. in its sale to Investor

Mid-States Advisors, Inc

5 Total Closed Deals

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Mid-States Advisors is a family-owned boutique financial and business advisory firm that focuses on middle-market businesses looking for assistance with Mergers & Acquisitions, Debt Placement, and Fractional CFO services.Mid-States Capital, our predecessor entity, was founded in 1995 by Joe Alam Sr. after a successful career as a CPA and turnaround specialist. Mid-States Capital’s services focused on debt placement solutions for middle-market businesses dealing with unique or difficult issues, including workouts, highly-leveraged transactions, and high-growth situations.​In 2015,…

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• Apr 2025 Advised HMS Products in its sale to AIDA Engineering
• Jan 2025 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company
• Jan 2025 Advised RBR Machine in its sale to Confidential Company
• Sep 2013 Advised Forging Company in its sale to Partner Buyout

Lexbridge International

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Investment Banking Services for Privately Held Businesses Focusing on privately held companies, Lexbridge International Mergers and Acquisitions Group (Lexbridge) offers comprehensive, global investment banking services for mergers and acquisitions; corporate finance, including private placement of debt and equity; and strategic partnerships and joint ventures. Services We successfully fill the gap between larger international investment banking companies who are not able to economically provide services to smaller and mid-sized businesses, and local intermediaries who can give clients only…

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• Jul 2016 Advised All Pump & Equipment CO. in its sale to Industrial Service Solutions
• Jun 2016 Advised TLC Home, LLC in its sale to Connected Home Care, LLC
• Apr 2016 Advised Ingenious, Inc. in its sale to Wood Group
• Apr 2014 Advised Tri Con Works, L.P. in its sale to Aperion Management LLC

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Salomon Whitney LLC

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Our investment banking products are tailored to various client needs. Developing a thorough understanding of our client’s specific goals and evaluating the market dynamics of various industry sectors, we strive to provide unbiased finance solutions.​Our ability to analyze all aspects of our client companies and assess the feasibility of all corporate finance options, allows us to recommend a solution tailored specifically for our clients. Building strong relationships with major institutional, strategic and corporate investors are powerful resources used to implement our corporate…

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• Jan 2019 Invested in LYFT
• Jan 2019 Invested in Palantir Usa Inc.
• Jan 2019 Invested in Airbnb
• Jan 2019 Invested in Pinterest

Aspenwood Capital, a division of Halen Capital Management

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Aspenwood Capital specializes in private placements for small-cap public and select private companies, structuring financing for private companies interested in going public, and other forms of creative financing. Aspenwood Capital specializes in raising capital for small-cap public companies and lower middle-market private businesses that are demonstrating strong revenue growth and exceptional potential. Its principals and key associates are experts in identifying the proper structure and capital sources relative to current market conditions. Whether you are looking to sell minority or…

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• Mar 2014 Advised TonZof, Inc. on an investment from Various
• Jan 2014 Advised Social Reality Inc on an investment from Various
• Oct 2013 Advised AtlasBanc on an investment from Various
• Jan 2012 Advised PRE Resources on an investment from Various

Green Circle Capital Partners LLC

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Green Circle is an investment bank that focuses on serving companies within the world of Health & Wellness (with a particular emphasis on natural products). Our clients typically generate between $5MM to $100MM in revenues. In the fashion of a true boutique, our team of experienced Managing Directors personally handle every step of a client engagement. Green Circle professionals provide sophistication and transaction experience to small and mid-sized companies that are often family-owned or led by entrepreneurs.The firm is run by seasoned professionals with experience in investment…

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• Dec 2019 Advised Explore Cuisine on an investment from Un-named Leading Strategic Food Company
• Nov 2018 Advised Gloe Brands, Inc on an investment from Coca-Cola VEB
• Jun 2018 Advised Genesis Today in its sale to Un-named Strategic Acquirer
• Jun 2017 Advised Marley Beverage Company in its sale to New Age Beverages

Primary Capital Inc

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Primary Capital LLC (PC) is a full service investment banking firm registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and a member of both the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) and the Securities Investor Protection Corporation (SIPC). We provide a broad range of banking and advisory services with a focus on the needs of small to midsized public companies and late stage private companies. We provide direction, capital, and strategic relationships to companies that meet our criteria. Our range of services also includes providing fairness opinions in connection with…

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• Mar 2013 Advised Jiangxi Kaiyuan Anfu Ham Co., Ltd on an investment from PE Fund in China
• Oct 2012 Advised Net Element on an investment from Cazador Acquisition Corporation (SPAC)
• Sep 2011 Advised Fujian Feichi Machinery Co., Ltd. on an investment from China Renaissance Capital Investment
• May 2008 Advised SinoHub on an investment from China PE Fund

Xnergy Financial

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Xnergy Financial, Member FINRA/ SIPC, is an international investment banking firm providing debt and equity and merger and acquisition services to emerging growth and middle market companies. Our extensive expertise in a broad range of industries enables us to deliver prompt, creative finance solutions to our clients regardless of complexity. Our sector specific team of professionals continuously tailors the finance solutions we provide to respond to the changing opportunities of our clients. Our services include debt and equity corporate finance, merger, acquisition, and disposition…

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• Dec 2013 Advised Interpreters Unlimited on an investment from Bank of Southern California
• Dec 2013 Advised Interpreters Unlimited on an investment from Bank of Southern California
• Nov 2013 Advised EMX on an investment from Peterson Partners
• Aug 2013 Advised Middlefork Development in its sale to MaxGo

Sequence Financial Specialists

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Working with small and middle market companies, we assist our client's pursuit of their financial goals by building trusting relationships and utilizing our expertise in the transactional process while providing individually tailored services and solutions.

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• Dec 2013 Advised McCall Farms, Inc. in its sale to McCall Farms, Inc.
• Oct 2013 Advised Buy Here Pay Here Dealer on an investment from Private Investor
• Jul 2012 Advised French Quarter on an investment from Private Buyer
• Jun 2010 Advised All Seasons Ice, LLC in its sale to Large Competitor

RHK Capital

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The Investment Banking Group at Trust Advisory Group offers a wealth of Wall Street experience through our seasoned professionals to the underserved small cap company sector and start-up companies as well. We have successfully funded both public and private companies. We offer equity and debt financing to help further the growth of companies that are often overlooked by the larger investment banking firms. Structured finance vehicles have also been used to achieve the needs of larger companies, while creating specific advantages that enhance their balance sheets.

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• Jul 2014 Advised HII Technologies, Inc. on an investment from Source Capital Group
• Jul 2014 Advised Sequoia Healthcare Managment, LLC on an investment from Source Capital Group - Credit Suisse
• Oct 2013 Advised ALLCARE Medical on an investment from Various
• Jan 2013 Advised Buccaneer Energy on an investment from Various

AllianceOne Enterprises

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AllianceOne Enterprises (“AllianceOne Enterprises” or “AOE”) is a boutique investment banking and financial advisory firm providing a specific range of services primarily to lower to middle market companies (enterprise values ranging from $5 million to $50 million). Since 1983, the professionals of AllianceOne Enterprises have worked with smaller companies of select sectors throughout the United States by evaluating and effecting both capital market and strategic transactions (mergers/acquisitions/divestitures).    AOE’s principals have a unique and complementary set of…

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• Feb 2026 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company
• Sep 2025 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company
• Sep 2020 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company
• Aug 2020 Advised Confidential E-Commerce Apparel Company in its sale to Confidential Strategic

DecisionPoint

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DecisionPoint is a premier M&A Advisory firm located in Charlotte, NC, the second largest banking center in the US. Our firm has a solid track record of completing successful transactions for technology companies. The partners have completed more than 150 transactions worldwide since DecisionPoint’s inception in 1998.We work in close partnership with our clients to consistently help them realize their objectives through a combination of transaction and operational experience, domain expertise, and personal commitment to the success of our clients and their shareholders.

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• Apr 2021 Advised Software Development Europe in its sale to 3Pillar
• Nov 2020 Advised Infolinx in its sale to Gimmal LLC
• Sep 2020 Advised IFS in its sale to iPipeline
• Jan 2017 Advised Tridea Partners in its sale to Columbus

Stephens, Inc.

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WELCOME TO STEPHENSFounded in 1933, Stephens is a privately-held, independent financial services firm focused on building value for companies, state and local governments, institutions and high-net-worth investors.A UNIQUE PERSPECTIVEAs investors and business owners ourselves, we have a unique perspective on the world. We understand the needs and concerns of individual investors, industry leaders and public interest stewards. Because we sit on the same side of the table as our clients, we are able to understand their goals and help build their future in partnership.

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• Dec 2021 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
• Dec 2021 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
• Dec 2021 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company

martinwolf M&A Advisors

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Headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona with an office in New York, martinwolf is a leading M&A Advisory focused on middle market companies in the IT Services, IT Supply Chain, IT-Enabled Business Process Outsourcing and Software as a Service (SaaS) space. Since 1997, our team has completed more than 160 transactions in over 20 countries and sold eight divisions of Fortune 500 companies.  martinwolf is a member of FINRA and SIPC. For more information, visit www.martinwolf.com.  

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• Feb 2026 Advised Fiducius in its sale to Savi
• Feb 2026 Advised Step Up Consulting in its sale to Armanino
• Nov 2025 Advised Keystone Business Services in its sale to Armanino