Buy Side M&A Support
Buy-Side M&A Support
The McLean Group represents corporations, private equity firms and investors seeking to acquire middle market companies. We provide a comprehensive, end-to-end service offering. This includes identifying the universe of potential acquisition targets matching our clients’ strategic objectives, negotiating with prospective sellers, and quarterbacking the due diligence and closing process.
If a client has already identified an acquisition target or targets, The McLean Group will approach and negotiate on our client’s behalf. Additionally, we provide valuation guidance based on industry multiples, quality of assets, pro forma EBITDA adjustments, earning and cash flow assessments. We also develop full operational metrics with key-value driver analysis to assist in valuing and structuring the proposed transaction. Finally, we support due diligence as required to ensure a thorough and efficiently managed process.

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