M&A Advisory & Transaction Services
Former investment banker and private equity investor. I've been on both sides of the table — as a buyer, a seller, and an advisor. Now I bring that institutional discipline to small business M&A.
About FGO Capital
Most small business advisors are brokers. I'm not. I come from investment banking and private equity — I've structured deals, run financial models, negotiated terms, and owned businesses on the other side of the table.
That background is what I bring to every engagement. Whether you're buying, selling, or need someone to tell you what a deal is really worth — you get institutional-grade thinking without the institutional price tag.
Trained in the discipline of financial modeling, deal structuring, and transaction execution. I know how advisors on the other side of the table think — and how to negotiate against them.
I've bought and sold businesses as a principal. That means I evaluate deals the way an investor does — cash flow first, downside protection always, and value creation from day one.
I don't earn a spread on the deal price. My incentive is your outcome — honest advice, accurate numbers, and deals that actually make sense for you.
What We Do
Whether you're acquiring your first business or preparing to exit one you've spent years building, we provide the financial expertise to get the deal done right — on the right terms.
Deal sourcing support, financial analysis, LOI structuring, and negotiation guidance for buyers pursuing small business acquisitions. We help you find, evaluate, and close with confidence.
Preparation, positioning, and process management to help business owners maximize value and find the right buyer on the right terms. We tell you what your business is actually worth.
Rigorous financial analysis grounded in real deal experience — not accounting checklists. I dig into the numbers the way a PE investor would: revenue quality, cash flow normalization, working capital, and hidden risks that kill deals post-close.
Independent business valuations grounded in cash flow analysis, market comparables, and deal-specific context. Not just formulas — real-world pricing that holds up at the table.
How We Work
We don't believe in long onboarding processes or unnecessary complexity. From first call to close, we move with urgency and clarity.
A no-obligation conversation to understand your goals, timeline, and deal context. No pitch, no fluff — just an honest assessment of where you are and what you need.
We define a clear scope of work, fee structure, and timeline upfront. You know exactly what you're getting and what it costs before we begin.
We dig into the financials, operations, and deal structure — delivering analysis that's practical, not academic. We flag risks, identify opportunities, and give you a clear picture.
We support you through negotiations, closing, and post-acquisition planning — because a signed LOI is the beginning, not the end.
Get In Touch
Whether you're at the beginning of a search, mid-process, or just exploring your options — we're happy to have a straightforward conversation.