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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.

    Paul Sawtell Avatar Paul Sawtell
    November 23, 2024

    A 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.

    T Sloga Avatar T Sloga
    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.

    Arta Gallery Avatar Arta Gallery
    May 21, 2023

    I 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.

    Nick Findlay Avatar Nick Findlay
    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.

    jon lewis Avatar jon lewis
    March 22, 2023

    Thanks 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.

    Kelly Siskind Avatar Kelly Siskind
    February 22, 2023
  • 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.

    Marnie Rabinovitch Consky Avatar Marnie Rabinovitch Consky
    January 22, 2023

    Alex was very helpful and a pleasure to deal with. I highly recommend Beacon for anyone looking to buy or sell a business.

    Julian Di Lorenzo Avatar Julian Di Lorenzo
    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.

    Alex Ferris Avatar Alex Ferris
    November 22, 2022

    We 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.

    Nimrod Geva Avatar Nimrod Geva
    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!

    Ryan McLaughlin Avatar Ryan McLaughlin
    November 22, 2022

    We 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.

    Igor Goldshtaub Avatar Igor Goldshtaub
    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.

    Lisa Sanders Avatar Lisa Sanders
    August 22, 2022

    Had 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.

    Michael Shuster (FerroqueSystems) Avatar Michael Shuster (FerroqueSystems)
    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.

    Michael Chidane Avatar Michael Chidane
    June 22, 2022

    The 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.

    Scott Hutchings Avatar Scott Hutchings
    May 22, 2022
  • very fast, efficient and helpful process.

    Dwight Trafford Avatar Dwight Trafford
    May 22, 2022

    Knowledgeable and easy to work with. Great work.

    Tory Osler Avatar Tory Osler
    May 22, 2022
  • Very professional and thorough. Would use their services again and refer them to other business as well

    Steven Rizzuto Avatar Steven Rizzuto
    May 22, 2022

    Wonderful experience. The entire team is extremely professional and knowledgable. I highly recommend them.

    Jonathan Psaila Avatar Jonathan Psaila
    May 22, 2022

Our Track Record

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Combined Client Revenue of Completed Engagements
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We have assisted clients in a wide range of industries and sectors with revenues ranging from 1 million to over 100 million.
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We utilize sophisticated quantitative methods that weigh multiple data points and market variables to assess a business’s value and determine its worth.
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We utilize sophisticated quantitative methods that weigh multiple data points and market variables to assess a business’s value and determine its worth.

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.

Beacon assists successful business owners and corporate management with the sale of their company by matching them with selected buyers. We execute business valuations, confidentially market the opportunity and negotiate the terms of the transaction, so that upon completion, our client’s are confident that they received the best price.

Experienced Business Brokers and M&A Advisors

Our team of business brokers and M&A specialists come with diverse experiences and backgrounds in valuation, banking, corporate finance, law, and real estate itself. This multidisciplinary approach allows our clients to benefit from decades of transactional knowledge, market-leading research as well as a large network of long-lasting relationships.

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

The Beacon Valuations team includes seasoned valuation professionals who come from a diverse range of experience and business backgrounds. Our valuators join us from accounting, real estate, corporate, and legal industries.

Technology-Driven Practice

At Beacon Valuations, we believe that there are better, more efficient ways of serving our client’s time and resources. We employ the latest technology in all areas related to confidentiality, valuations, marketing, and financial disclosure.

Advanced Valuation Assessment

We utilize sophisticated quantitative methods, advanced algorithms combined with historical market transaction information, and dozens of data touchpoints to assess the sellability of a business and its value.

Complete Confidentiality

Confidentiality is at the heart of each of our valuation mandates and every step of our process. We use secure and encrypted data rooms to store our client’s financial information.

Global Valuations

The team at Beacon has completed valuations in Canada, United States, Europe, Africa, Asia and the Middle East. We provide valuation services to global clients through remote services or on site as required.

Cutting Edge Processes

We employ research and market data methodologies that allow us to generate a well supported valuation based on the latest market data and macro economic conditions.

Featured Completed Transaction Engagements

Affinity Electronics

Barrie, Ontario

Beacon acted as advisors to Affinity Electronics for the sale of the business.

Acquired By

Drexel Industries

London, Ontario

Railing Excellence Inc.

Concord, Ontario

Beacon acted as advisors to the sellers for the sale of the business.

Acquired By

Private Equity

Mississauga, Ontario

Sky Zone

Greater Toronto Area

Beacon acted as advisors to Sky Zone for the sale of the business.

Acquired By

PRIVATE BUYER

Provo, Utah

PATIO CONCEPTS INC.

GREATER TORONTO AREA

Beacon acted as advisors to Patio Concepts Inc. for the sale of the business.

Acquired By

private Buyer

GREATER TORONTO AREA

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

Toronto, Ontario

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

Beacon acted as advisors to PR Exchange Inc. for the sale of the business.

Acquired By

SINGLEPOINT COMMUNICATIONS

Toronto, Ontario

DECISION POINT RESEARCH

Toronto, Ontario

Beacon acted as advisors to Arlin Interior Supply for the sale of the business.

Acquired By

TERRA NOVA PARTNERS LP

Burlington, Ontario

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.

We are a member of Pandion Partners, a global association of over 30 investment banks with a network of offices across Europe, Asia, the Middle East and North and South America.
Beacon’s approach differs from some of the other brokers in that everyone at Beacon has advanced professional certifications and academic degrees in business, accounting, law and finance. Beacon’s management and representatives are comprised of MBA’s, chartered accountants, lawyers, bankers and chartered business valuators.

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:

We may have sold a business in your industry, but the reality is that no two businesses are exactly the same. Even companies in the same industry may have different cost structures and operating models, as businesses often try to establish a competitive advantage by differentiating themselves.

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.
A good business brokerage firm will have an extensive network of buyers, entrepreneurs, institutional and private investors, lenders and industry professionals. There are various ways that a brokerage will use its network to aid with sales:
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
Confidentiality plays an essential role in the processes of buying or selling a business. Consider how business brokerage firms protect the confidentiality of their clients:
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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’s business brokers in Toronto provide professional advisory services and act as M&A advisors throughout the entire sale process to help sellers make an informed decision. Consider the characteristics that make us stand apart from other business brokerage firms:

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.