How Do I Find an Investment Bank That Specializes in Family-Owned Businesses?
For many founders and family-owned businesses, a sale, recapitalization, or other liquidity event for their company is one of the most significant decisions they will ever make.
Before hiring an investment bank to help guide your process, make sure you review these key considerations.
Founder’s Guide to the Best M&A Deal: Understanding Acquisition Structures
Deal structure is just as important as the headline price when selling your business. Asset sale, stock sale or merger - what you ultimately decide impacts your final net proceeds.
Insights Series: Mergers and Acquisitions for Business Owners & Founders
Explore Keene Advisors' detailed guidance on how business owners, CFOs, and executive team leaders can manage the Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) process to maximize a sale of your company.
Free Guide on Mergers & Acquisitions
Business owners and founders - are you thinking about selling your company? The Keene Advisors team of investment bankers has compiled our top advice into a free whitepaper to provide you with for a roadmap to a successful exit. Prepare now to maximize your outcome.
Navigating the M&A Process: Key Steps to Closing the Sale of Your Business
The closing phase of a business sale is one of the most underestimated stages in the M&A process. Executive leadership and M&A advisors work diligently to ensure a smooth, timely close by managing key stakeholders and verifying legal and financial conditions. This helps sellers minimize liability and achieve an optimal outcome.
Finding the Right Buyer for Your Business: M&A Acquirer Profiles
Choosing the correct buyer is the most critical decision when deciding to sell your business. We detail the types of M&A buyers–strategic vs financial - and how business owners can best navigate the sale process.
Assembling the Right M&A Deal Team: Key Advisors That Drive Results
The right M&A deal team drives results that help business owners meet their M&A goals. Who should be on your M&A team?
Preparing for the M&A Process: Laying the Foundation to Sell Your Business
Selling your business is a complex process, and you must be prepared. We cover internal business reviews, key performance metrics, and adjusted EBITDA.
Understanding the M&A Motivation: Why a Business Founder Might Pursue a Sale
Understanding the motivations behind selling a business should guide a robust M&A strategy. We explain how goals, timing and market consideration impact M&A and why and when business founders should consider selling.
Maximizing Business Value in a Sale: How EBITDA Addbacks Boost Your Valuation
EBITDA addbacks can maximize your company’s valuation and sale price. Discover key strategies to boost valuation and attract top buyers for your company’s M&A transaction. Learn more about EBITDA addbacks today.