Our Services

Solutions Tailored to Your Goals

Buy-Side M&A Advisory

Divest with confidence trust an advisor who puts you first.

M&A Advisory (Sell-side)

Sell your business confidently and achieve maximum value.

Strategic Acquisitions

Expand your portfolio with smart, growth-focused acquisitions.

Divestitures & Carve-outs

Support in separating and selling non-core business units.

Integration Planning & Execution

Ensuring smooth, value-driven post-merger integration.

Valuation & Due Diligence

Clear, accurate assessment of value, risks, and financials.

Private Equity Partnership / Co-Investment

Deal support and opportunities aligned with PE strategies.

Cross-Border Transactions

Guidance on international M&A complexities and execution.

Special Situations / Restructurings

Strategic solutions for distressed or complex business challenges.

Why Our Process Works

The Method Behind Our Success

Our approach is built on discipline, transparency, and real market insight. We don’t rely on templates, mass outreach, or automated buyer lists. Every engagement is tailored, strategic, and guided by experience across multiple industries and transaction sizes.

What sets us apart:

  • Focus on qualified, strategic counterparties
  • Deep understanding of valuation and deal structures
  • Consistent communication throughout the process
  • Alignment with your long-term financial and operational goals

Step 01

Our Process

Initial Strategy & Evaluation

We begin by understanding your goals — whether you are planning to sell, acquire, or restructure. We assess your market position, financial profile, strategic opportunities, and timing considerations to determine the approach that aligns with your objectives.

What this includes:

Strategic goal review

Preliminary valuation insights

Market and buyer/investor landscape overview

Restructure or refocus business operations

Step 02

Our Process

Detailed Valuation & Preparation

We conduct a deeper analysis of your financials, operations, and market data to establish an accurate valuation range. This step ensures you understand the full picture before entering the market. We refine your materials, strengthen your positioning, and prepare the documentation needed for prospective buyers or investors.

What this includes:

Comprehensive financial analysis

Market-based valuation assessment

Preparation of key transaction materials

Strategic recommendations to optimize value

Step 03

Our Process

Go-to-Market Strategy & Outreach

Once your materials are ready, we craft and execute a targeted outreach plan designed to attract the right buyers or investors. Our team manages communication, screens interest, and ensures confidentiality throughout the process. The goal is to generate strong engagement while positioning your opportunity effectively.

What this includes:

Tailored buyer and investor outreach strategy

Confidential marketing and communication

Managing inquiries and evaluating interest

Positioning your opportunity for maximum impact

Step 04

Our Process

Negotiation, Due Diligence & Close

As qualified parties engage, we lead negotiations, coordinate due diligence, and work to secure the best possible terms. Our team keeps the process organized, timely, and transparent, guiding you through each critical step until the transaction successfully closes.

What this includes:

Negotiation support and deal structuring

Coordinating due diligence requirements

Managing timelines and documentation

Finalizing the transaction through closing

Who We Work With

We represent business owners, investors, and operators who value a structured and confidential process.

Business Owners & Founders

We represent business owners, investors, and operators who value a structured and confidential process.

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Private Equity Firms

We support PE firms through acquisitions, add-ons, and portfolio optimization — with speed and precision.

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Corporate Leadership Teams

We support corporations navigating growth and change, providing clarity for informed strategic decisions.

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Family & Founder-Led Firms

We respect the legacy and priorities of family-owned businesses, ensuring balanced outcomes for all stakeholders.

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Client Involvement

We handle the heavy lifting — but your involvement is essential at key points. You’ll provide insights into your operations, participate in strategic discussions, and take part in management meetings with vetted parties.

We Manage:

Market outreach

Communications

Documentation

Negotiations

Diligence coordination

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You Focus on:

Running your business

Strategic decisions

Reviewing and selecting offers

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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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Why Choose MergersandAcquisitions.net for M&A Advisory Services?

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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