Modern M&A for Small Business Owners, Buyers & Investors
Dealio Advisors helps small businesses buy, grow, and exit through proactive M&A advisory. Whether you’re exploring an exit, looking to acquire, or planning growth through acquisition, Dealio delivers disciplined strategy, targeted outreach, and hands-on execution from start to close.
What We Do
Sell a Business
From valuation and sale readiness to full go-to-market representation, we manage the entire exit process with clarity and discipline.
Buy a Business
Access on-market opportunities, evaluate targets, or secure proprietary off-market acquisitions aligned with your thesis.
Why Dealio
Modern M&A built for founders, operators, and buyers.
Proactive Deal Origination
Most advisors wait for deals. We build them. Our outbound-first model gives buyers proprietary access and sellers direct exposure to aligned counterparties.
Founder & Operator Focused
We speak the language of builders. Every process is designed for real-world operators — not theoretical bankers.
Deal Structuring Expertise
We advise on earn-outs, seller financing, equity rollovers, and creative structuring. $250M+ in transactions advised across M&A and capital raises.
Aligned Incentives
Our success is tied to yours. Transparent, performance-based engagement models. No bloated retainers. No unnecessary friction.
Confidential & Disciplined
Every engagement is handled with discretion and a structured process designed to withstand buyer scrutiny.
How It Works
For Sellers
1.
Valuation & Strategy
2.
Preparation & Positioning
3.
Targeted Buyer Outreach
4.
Offers & Negotiation
5.
Diligence & Closing
For Buyers
1.
Define Acquisition Thesis
2.
Preparation & Positioning
3.
Targeted Buyer Outreach
4.
Offers & Negotiation
5.
Diligence & Closing
How It Works
Our Process for Sellers
1. Strategy & Valuation
We assess your business, normalize financials, and define an optimal exit strategy.
2. Positioning & Preparation
We craft clear messaging and materials that highlight value drivers and growth potential.
3. Buyer Targeting & Outreach
We identify and directly contact strategic and financial buyers who are a strong fit.
4. Offers & Negotiation
We manage interest, evaluate offers, and negotiate terms on your behalf.
5. Execution & Close
We guide the deal through diligence, documentation, and closing.
Our Process for Buyers
1. Define Your Thesis
We clarify your acquisition criteria, budget, and growth goals.
2. Build the Target Universe
We identify founder-led businesses aligned with your strategy.
3. Direct Owner Outreach
We initiate confidential conversations with owners.
4. Evaluate & Negotiate
We support valuation, deal structure, and negotiation.
5. Close & Transition
We assist through diligence and closing to ensure a smooth transition.
Industries We Serve
We focus on fragmented, founder-led industries where strategic M&A creates measurable value.
Referral Program
Know a great business looking to buy or sell? We reward introductions to serious founders and buyers.
Ready to start the conversation?
Confidential. Obligation-free.
Modern M&A advisory for founder-led
businesses, buyers, and investors.