Selling a Family-Owned or Founder-Led Business: The Complete Guide
Explore Keene Advisors' series on Mergers and Acquisitions to help family-owned and founder-led businesses prepare for a sale and navigate a successful exit.
Understanding the M&A Motivation in Family-Owned Businesses
Most family business owners only sell their company once. Whether the motivation is retirement, family shareholder pressure, or the need to raise growth capital, your impetus as a seller should determine the right deal structure, buyer type, and timing.
Finding the Right Buyer for Your Family-Owned Business
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.
Q1 2026 M&A Activity: Large Deals Drive Volume
Enthusiasm for M&A in 2026 started strong, but total volume has been driven by large deals. Learn how family-owned businesses are navigating the M&A environment and what you can do today to prepare for a sale.
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.
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?
Q1-25: M&A Activity Stalling Amid Market Uncertainty
M&A activity showed signs of recovery in late 2024, but market uncertainty in early 2025 has stalled deal momentum. Despite declining borrowing costs and a record $2.6 trillion in private equity dry powder, investor hesitation has grown due to unpredictable trade and economic policies. Companies considering a sale should focus on financial preparedness and operational efficiencies to position themselves for success when dealmaking accelerates.
Preparing for the M&A Process: 3 Key Steps to Sell Your Business
Selling your business is a complex process - early preparation is key to success. We cover the most impactful 3 steps to take today, including internal business reviews, key performance metrics, and adjusted EBITDA.
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.
From Raising Capital to Generating Returns: The Private Equity Fund Lifecycle
Private equity funds serve as a critical source of capital for business owners seeking liquidity or looking to grow, scale, or restructure. Understanding the type of private equity fund, the size of the fund, and where a private equity fund is in its life cycle is important when considering a potential investment or acquisition proposal.