Advisory for the DMV Region

We provide comprehensive financial, M&A, and capital advisory services for businesses and investors across Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. Our team supports organizations at every stage — whether you’re preparing for growth, evaluating a sale, raising capital, or exploring strategic acquisitions.

From government-contracting firms and technology companies to services businesses and regional investors, we deliver tailored guidance that reflects the unique dynamics of the DMV market. Our support spans capital raising, M&A execution, valuation insights, and long-term strategic planning to help you make well-informed decisions and capture opportunities across the region.

What We Do

Sell-Side M&A

When it’s time to realize value — whether for full sale, minority recap, or strategic divestiture — we help you prepare, position and execute the transaction discreetly and efficiently.

Exit readiness & valuation assessment

Buyer sourcing

Deal structuring, negotiation & closing support

Capital Raising

Growth, working capital, or recapitalization — we structure financing that fits your business needs, industry profile and risk-return expectations.

Growth & expansion capital

Senior, mezzanine or unitranche debt

Equity or hybrid instruments

Financial modeling and investor presentation

Buy-Side & Acquisition Advisory

Looking to acquire firms in the DMV or expand operations? We manage the full acquisition process — from identifying suitable targets to closing the deal — with a disciplined, data-driven approach.

Target identification and proactive outreach

Initial screening and qualification of opportunities

Valuation analysis and synergy assessment

Deal structuring guidance

Business Planning

From early-stage growth planning to exit readiness — we work with you to build financial strategy, optimize capital structure, and explore long-term growth or restructuring paths.

Valuation & financial modeling

Scenario planning & forecasts

Capital stack analysis & optimization

Why Work with Us

Deep regional insight — We understand the nuances of the DMV market — from government contracting firms to technology, services, and regulated industries.

Access to institutional investors & strategic buyers — Our network reaches across private equity, venture firms, family offices, and lenders active in the region.

Senior-led, hands-on advisory — No junior hand-offs; you work directly with experienced advisors committed to your success.

Flexible, confidential, and results-oriented — We design bespoke solutions aligned with your business goals, and maintain discretion throughout.

Location Details

Here When You Need Us

Advisors available in multiple regions to support your goals.

Headquarters —

7525 SE 24th Street, Suite 630 Mercer Island, WA 98040

Phone —

(479) 391 2529

Our Process

Initial Confidential Consultation

We begin by understanding your business, objectives, financials, and timing.

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Strategic & Financial Assessment

Evaluation of your situation — exit readiness, financing needs, acquisition potential, or restructuring requirements.

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Tailored Advisory Plan

Based on assessment, we propose one or more paths — sale, capital raise, acquisition, restructuring or long-term strategy.

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Execution & Market Outreach

Buyer/investor outreach, deal structuring, due diligence coordination, and transaction management — all under strict confidentiality.

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Post-Transaction Support

Guidance with integration, recapitalization, capital-stack optimization or future strategic planning as needed.

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We strive to help owners of middle-market companies realize their exit and growth strategies by providing value-added transaction advisory services.

Access to the Right Buyers, Investors, and Partners

We maintain strong relationships across strategic buyers, private equity groups, family offices, and international investors.

This network enables us to connect clients with the right counterparty — not just any counterparty — ensuring better fit, smoother negotiations, and stronger valuation outcomes.

Focused on Your Legacy and Long-Term Value

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We help protect what you’ve built, preserve your vision, and position your organization for continued growth under new ownership or direction.

The Result

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A clear, disciplined, strategic process — driven by a team that is fully invested in the outcome.

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Our Leadership

Robert Hild

Chairman & CEO

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Curtis Case

Co-founder & Managing Director

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Michael Vanderslice

Managing Director

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John Norton

Managing Director

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Matthew Latimer

Managing Director & General Counsel

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Trevor Hill

Managing Director

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Chris Sheppard

Managing Director

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Stephen Q. Spencer

Managing Director

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Jeff Jones

Managing Director

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Regan Sander

Managing Director

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Nick Gunn

Managing Director

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Katie Hecox

Director of Talent Acquisition

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Kevin Outcalt

Managing Director

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Jeff Zanardi

Managing Director

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Madison Brown

Managing Director

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Ivan Trindev

Vice President

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Blake Ponuick

Managing Director

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Victor Koosh

Managing Director

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Paul Humphreys

Managing Director

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Brad Bodenman

Managing Director

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Joe Smith

Managing Director

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Curt Jacey

Managing Director

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Kenneth H. Johnson

Managing Director

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Neil Paschall

Managing Director

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Tami Fratis

Managing Director

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Ron Huff

Managing Director

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Mary Kate Bierly

Marketing Director

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Devesh Sharma

Managing Director

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George E. Gifford

Senior Advisor

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Zack Hsieh

Associate

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Garrison Glisson

Associate

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Sara Morgan

Business Development Coordinator

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Daniel Nicklaus

Managing Director

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David Pickard

Managing Director

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We specialize in providing expert mergers and acquisitions (M&A) advisory services to businesses looking to scale, diversify, or realign their growth strategies. With a proven track record in guiding both acquiring and target companies through each stage of the M&A process, we understand the intricacies involved in structuring deals that maximize value and create sustainable growth.

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Focused & Confidential
We manage each engagement with discretion and precision, minimizing disruption while maximizing buyer interest, competitive tension, and deal outcomes.
Deep Market Expertise
With decades of deal-making experience across industries, we bring sharp market insight and rigorous analysis to every transaction, helping you make confident decisions.
Aligned Incentives
Our compensation structure ensures our goals are tied to your outcomes—when you succeed, we succeed—creating a partnership built on performance, accountability and trust.
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We provide tailored M&A, capital raising, and corporate finance solutions designed to align with your long-term business objectives and maximize value at every stage.
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