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What Our Clients Say
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We were introduced to Will and Alex from Beacon through a recommendation from a friend, fellow entrepreneur and business owner. From our first meeting, Will and Alex showed a genuine interest in our business, in us as founders and business owners and asked questions about what outcomes we were ideally looking for. From those conversations they offered several possible paths forward and walked us through the process every step of the way. As business owners, we knew our own businesses intimately, and our own products and services inside and out but we didn’t know the first thing about marketing our business in pursuit of a strategic partner to take our business to the next level. Just as most people wouldn’t think to sell their house without a realter, we felt it was important that we secure some expert advice via a M&A advisor and Beacon Mergers & Acquisitions was just the right partner for us. We highly recommend them.
November 23, 2024A contact recommended Beacon Mergers recently for a business valuation and I was super happy that I went with them. Will and Sven were both knowledgeable and approachable and, importantly for me, patient answering all my questions. The report was comprehensive and arrived quickly. I’d definitely recommend working with Beacon Mergers.
November 9, 2024 -
We engaged Beacon Mergers for a business valuation, and we were thoroughly impressed with the outstanding service we received. They delivered a high-quality report promptly, meeting our expectations and requirements. Not only did they address all our inquiries promptly, but they also provided comprehensive and accurate responses. The level of communication throughout the process was exceptional, ensuring a smooth and seamless experience. Without a doubt, we wholeheartedly recommend Beacon Mergers for their exceptional services.
May 21, 2023I had a great experience working with Beacon right from the onset. Beacon helped me evaluate and sell my business and were incredible professionals to work with throughout the entire process. Both Will and Alex were always available to answer my questions, provide detailed explanations at every step, and assist me though all phases. Beacon found the eventual buyer of my company, negotiated the deal, and provided excellent support right through to closing. If anyone is considering selling their business I highly recommend Beacon.
March 22, 2023 -
Very professional. They managed the process to help get the deal done. M&A is hard! Beacon has decades of experience with multiple buyers and sellers that they’ve seen everything so when stuff came up, as it inevitably does, they were calm, cool and collected which is what you need when emotions (and expenses) are running high. I would work with them again and recommend them to anyone looking to buy or sell a business.
March 22, 2023Thanks to Beacon, we sold our business and couldn’t be happier. The team is attentive and professional. They work tirelessly as needed to deal with prospective buyers. Their advice is on point, and their honesty is appreciated. We felt like we were in good hands during the entire process, from evaluation to final sale.
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I had a very positive experience working with Will and his associates at Beacon. From our very first phone call, Will answered all of my questions thoroughly without talking down to me, and offered helpful insights and advice. He and his team made themselves available when I wanted to talk, and their work was detailed and delivered in a timely manner.
January 22, 2023Alex was very helpful and a pleasure to deal with. I highly recommend Beacon for anyone looking to buy or sell a business.
December 22, 2022 -
Top of the line service by Will and Sven. Both of them took the time to answer any questions we had and follow up on any details needed. Very professional and punctual. Thanks again, pleasure working with these guys.
November 22, 2022We used Beacon Mergers & Acquisitions services to evaluate and sell our business. They found a buyer which was a perfect match, and helped us through the entire negotiations and sales process.
November 22, 2022 -
Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness, Value. I have had the pleasure of trusting this great firm to handle the valuation of our company. They went above and beyond to explain the valuation process, provide insight, and complete the work within our tight deadline. I would highly recommend this company to anyone who is in need of a valuation. Thank you to the whole team for your excellent work!
November 22, 2022We were very pleased with Beacon’s services – they were very professional and responsive, helping us through the business valuation as well as the entire sell-side process. They identified a strategic buyer who was a great fit for our business and assisted in negotiating a transaction that worked for everybody. If you are looking for a professional business broker and advisor, I would highly recommend them.
November 22, 2022 -
We had a pleasant experience working with Beacon. Will and Sven were able to complete our valuation within our tight time frame. They were very professional and knowledgeable.
August 22, 2022Had a fantastic and educational experience working with the Beacon team. Patient, exceptionally knowledgeable, and happy to share professional opinion and offer guidance. A well-made investment.
August 22, 2022 -
I had an amazing experience with Will from the first contact. I needed an evaluation of a company I am considering of buying, and he was very helpful through out the process. He took his time to understand my requirements, asked detailed questions from the Seller, and gave me a thorough brief at the end. I truly appreciated his professionalism and responsiveness, and highly recommend Beacon M&A.
June 22, 2022The team at Beacon are professionals and took the time to understand my needs and the uniqueness of my business by asking LOTS of questions! I’d be happy to recommend their services.
May 22, 2022 -
very fast, efficient and helpful process.
May 22, 2022Knowledgeable and easy to work with. Great work.
May 22, 2022 -
Very professional and thorough. Would use their services again and refer them to other business as well
May 22, 2022Wonderful experience. The entire team is extremely professional and knowledgable. I highly recommend them.
May 22, 2022
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Who We Are
Beacon is North America’s leading Mergers & Acquisitions Advisory and Business Brokerage Firm and a member of Pandion Partners, a global association of investment banks with a network of offices across Europe, Asia, the Middle East and North and South America. Our clients include the owners and managers of small- to mid-sized private companies, financial investors, private investment funds, and private equity.
Experienced Business Brokers and M&A Advisors
M. WILL FISCHTEIN
JD, MBA
Managing Partner
mwfischtein@beaconadvisors.com
ALEX SHTERIEV
MBA, CBI, IM&A, M&AP
Managing Partner
alex@beaconadvisors.com
SVEN BRENNECKE
MBA, CBV
Director, Valuation Advisory Services
sven@beaconadvisors.com
Industries Represented
Automotive
Media & Telecom
Chemicals
Real Estate
ecommerce
Food, Beverage
& Agribusiness
Healthcare
& Life Sciences
Retail
Natural
Resources
Energy
& Environment
Business
Services
Education
Paper, Plastics & Packaging
Wholesale & Distribution
Software &
IT Services
Professional
Services
Wellness, Fitness & Lifestyle
Manufacturing, Industrial, Transportation & Logistics
Construction
& Engineering
Services
& Contracting
How We Do It
Combining Processes, People & Technology
Seasoned Professionals
Technology-Driven Practice
Advanced Valuation Assessment
Complete Confidentiality
Global Valuations
Cutting Edge Processes
Featured Completed Transaction Engagements
Affinity Electronics
Barrie, Ontario
Acquired By
Drexel Industries
Railing Excellence Inc.
Concord, Ontario
Beacon acted as advisors to the sellers for the sale of the business.
Acquired By
Private Equity
Sky Zone
Greater Toronto Area
Acquired By
PRIVATE BUYER
PATIO CONCEPTS INC.
GREATER TORONTO AREA
Acquired By
private Buyer
LAW ENFORCEMENT COLLEGE
Toronto, Ontario
Beacon acted as advisors for the selllers for the sale of the business.
Acquired By
Private Equity
Toronto, Ontario
Smith Steel and Fabrication Inc.
Atwood, Ontario
Beacon acted as advisors for the sellers for the sale of the business.
Acquired By
Private Equity
Hart Pump Service Ltd.
Scarborough, Ontario
Beacon acted as advisors to the sellers for the sale of the business.
Acquired By
Private Bayer
Toronto, Ontario
PR EXCHANGE INC.
Toronto, Ontario
Acquired By
SINGLEPOINT COMMUNICATIONS
Toronto, Ontario
DECISION POINT RESEARCH
Toronto, Ontario
Acquired By
TERRA NOVA PARTNERS LP
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT BEACON ADVISORS
Beacon is cross border. We have three offices in the United States, in Los Angeles, Miami, and Washington, D.C., which equates to more exposure to the US market. Beacon’s US securities business is conducted through KEMA Partners LLC, a FINRA/SIPC member and SEC registered broker-dealer.
The most important qualities to look for in an M&A advisor and business broker are professionalism, negotiation skill, experience and industry reputation. It is crucial to choose a broker who demonstrates professionalism and integrity as you will be trusting them with sensitive financial information.
- Professionalism: A professional business broker will always work in their client’s best interests and maintain confidentiality. Confidentiality is of utmost importance in M&A transactions.
- Negotiation Skills: Negotiations often fall through because there is a gap between the buyer’s and seller’s expectations. An experienced negotiator adds value by bridging these gaps and ensuring that a transaction reaches fruition.
- Experience: An experienced M&A advisor will have the knowledge base to offer the right guidance and the foresight to anticipate and manage any obstacles that might arise during deal negotiations.
- Reputation & Integrity: Work with a responsive broker who is good with communication so that swift progress is made through the mandate, and there is transparency between parties.
Business brokers can add a lot of value throughout the entire sale process. After all, they are certified specialists who are experts at valuation, marketing, deal structuring, and negotiation. Consider the benefits of working with a business broker to sell or buy a business:
One company might generate profits in an industry, while another company in the same industry may run a loss due to factors like higher costs, poor management or size disadvantages.
Beacon Advisors maintains an industry-agnostic focus and has a thorough understanding of various industries and operating models. As a business brokerage firm, we identify strengths and weaknesses and effectively quantify these factors to establish a fair market value.
- Establish a Database of Buyers: Every business intermediary should have a deep proprietary database of potential buyers. Business Brokerage and M&A advisory firms leverage their large network and reputation to source buyers and select the right fit for client companies. They begin by confidentially marketing business opportunities to targeted buyers and the general public.
- Tap into the Network: At the next stage, potential buyers will only see a teaser for mandates and will not know specifics like the business name or the owner’s identity. Once the buyer signs a Non-Disclosure or Confidentiality agreement, the M&A business broker will pre-qualify them and assess their experience and financial fitness before sharing more information.
- Identify and Contact a Targeted Group of Businesses: The broker or advisor should have a detailed proprietary database and virtual data room to establish and maintain confidentiality throughout the entire process. After initial discussions with buyers, the broker and advisor will solicit bids from the interested parties.
- Secure Properties: M&A business brokers use secured, third-party data rooms to store a business’s financial data and intellectual property information during the sale process.
- Competitors: When you provide a list of direct competitors who might just be fishing for information, your broker will know who to remove from the process.
- Never Release Public Information: Professional business brokerage and M&A advisory firms will never release public-facing information that can be too specific to point to the exact business under consideration.
- NDAs: It is essential to have any interested party sign appropriate confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements. Your business broker or M&A advisory firm will have these agreements readily available for all buyers to review and sign.
Beacon deals in Chinese and has Chinese-speaking representatives who are seasoned M&A professionals.
Business brokers, also known as business intermediaries, assist in selling privately owned businesses by connecting buyers and sellers. A business brokerage will assist with sales and be involved throughout the entire deal process.