Mergers & Acquisitions

Experienced M&A Advisory for the Middle Market

Whether you are selling your business, acquiring a competitor, or evaluating a strategic transaction, Finalist brings the process discipline and market relationships to get deals done.

Sell-Side Advisory

We represent business owners through the full sale process — from positioning and marketing to buyer outreach, negotiation, and closing. Our goal is to maximize value while protecting your interests at every step.

Buy-Side Advisory

We help acquirers identify, evaluate, and close acquisitions that align with their strategic objectives — managing the process from target identification through due diligence, valuation, and negotiation.

Transaction Structuring

Deal structure matters as much as price. We advise on consideration mix, earnouts, rollover equity, and tax-efficient structures to ensure the transaction terms reflect the full value of what you have built.

Valuation & Positioning

Before going to market, we conduct a rigorous valuation analysis and develop a compelling narrative for your business — identifying the value drivers that matter most to strategic and financial buyers.

Get in Touch

Let's talk about your transaction.

Finalist advises on transactions from $5 million to $150 million across a range of industries. Reach out to start a confidential conversation.

rj@finalistmergers.com