Mergers & Acquisitions
We run full-cycle M&A processes — from positioning and buyer universe development through management meetings, diligence, negotiation and close. The structure of the process is chosen to fit the asset, not applied from a template.
Positioning determines who shows up, and the buyer list is the single largest driver of outcome. We combine sector coverage relationships with systematic screening so no credible buyer is missed, then manage the process tightly enough to preserve leverage all the way to signing.
Headline price is only part of the outcome. Working capital pegs, escrows, earnout mechanics and rollover terms routinely move real proceeds by double digits, and we negotiate them with the same attention as the multiple.
Our M&A services
Sell-Side Advisory
Our sell-side advisory services address a wide range of business succession and shareholder liquidity objectives. TMG understands the complexities involved in selling a company, and works with clients to control the process and mitigate potential risk by providing sound strategy and valuation guidance based on comprehensive research and years of experience spanning hundreds of transactions.
Read moreBuy-Side 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.
Read moreCorporate Divestitures
A divestiture is the sale of subsidiaries, divisions or assets of companies due to lack of alignment or liquidity needs of the core business. Divestitures are distinctively different from traditional third party transactions and require an advisory team expert in navigating the intricacies of this unique sales process.
Read moreLeveraged Transactions
The McLean Group’s middle-market investment banking team advises clients on the full spectrum of complexities associated with MBO and LBO transactions. We thoroughly approach each stage of the buyout process while working closely with equity capital as well as both senior and subordinated debt providers to structure deal and financing terms so that they align with our clients’ financial and strategic goals.
Read moreEmployee Stock Ownership Plans
An ESOP transaction can provide significant liquidity and tax benefits to selling shareholders while allowing for the orderly transition of company ownership to employees. Additionally, an ESOP enables sellers to retain operational control of the business and preserve the existing corporate culture.
Read moreExit Strategy Plans
We aim to be a trusted advisors to our clients for the long term. Even if a company is years away from contemplating a transaction, we believe that it is never too early to start thinking through an exit strategy.
Read moreGrowth Capital
The McLean Group will selectively partner with our clients who are looking to grow inorganically by providing capital as well as strategic advice. We target investments in our core markets and team with clients who have outstanding management teams and with whom we have a long-term working relationship.
Read moreRecent engagements
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