Strategic M&A Advisory Services for Business Buyers and Sellers

Buy, sell, or grow your business with experienced M&A advisors who support every stage of your transaction, from valuation to closing. Our team helps business owners, investors, and buyers navigate complex transactions with confidential advice and end-to-end deal support.

 20+ 

Years in M&A Advisory

50

States Served Nationwide 

$1M–$250M 

Revenue Range We Serve 

In-House 

CPA, Legal, & Capital Advisory 

Why Work With an M&A Advisory Firm?

Buying or selling a business is one of the most important financial decisions you'll make. Every business transaction involves valuation, negotiations, buyer or seller qualification, due diligence, and careful planning to reduce risk and maximize value. Having experienced advisors by your side can make the process more efficient and help you avoid costly mistakes.

Aria's M&A advisory services provide strategic guidance throughout every stage of the transaction, including:

  • Business valuation and market positioning
  • Confidential buyer and seller outreach
  • Deal structuring and negotiation
  • Due diligence coordination
  • End-to-end transaction management

As a trusted M&A advisory firm, Aria helps business owners, investors, and acquirers navigate complex transactions with confidence while delivering a smooth and successful closing.

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Our Comprehensive M&A Advisory Services

As a professional M&A advisory firm, Aria provides strategic M&A guidance that helps business owners and investors navigate every stage of a transaction with confidence.

Sell-Side M&A Advisory

Position your business for a successful sale with strategic planning, confidential marketing, qualified buyer outreach, and expert guidance throughout the transaction.

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Buy-Side M&A Advisory

Identify and acquire the right business with targeted deal sourcing, opportunity evaluation, transaction negotiations, and end-to-end acquisition support.

Business Valuation

Make informed decisions with a comprehensive business valuation based on financial performance, market trends, industry multiples, and long-term growth potential.

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Due Diligence Management

Streamline due diligence with coordinated financial, legal, and operational reviews to reduce risk, resolve issues efficiently, and keep your transaction on track.

M&A Advisory Support for Buyers and Sellers

Whether you're growing through acquisition or planning a successful exit, our team provides the strategic advice, market expertise, and transaction support needed to help you achieve your goals.

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Industries We Serve

From healthcare and manufacturing to technology, construction, and transportation, our advisors understand the operational, financial, and market factors that influence successful transactions in each sector.

Automotive
15
Automotive
Retail
8
Retail
Healthcare
6 (1)
Healthcare
Construction
6 (1)
Construction
Manufacturing
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Manufacturing
Energy
7
Energy
Communication
9
Communication
Technology
10
Technology
Electrical
11
Electrical
Real Estate
14
Real Estate
Transportation
12
Transportation

Our industry knowledge helps us understand the unique value drivers, market dynamics, and buyer expectations that influence successful mergers and acquisitions.

How Our M&A Process Works

Our M&A advisory services are designed to guide buyers and sellers through each stage of the process while minimizing risk, protecting confidentiality, and maximizing transaction value.

1

Discovery & Strategic Planning

We begin by understanding your objectives, evaluating your business or acquisition criteria, and developing a strategy aligned with your financial and long-term goals.

2

Business Preparation & Valuation

Our team prepares the necessary transaction materials, performs a comprehensive business valuation, and positions the opportunity to attract qualified buyers or acquisition targets.

3

Buyer & Seller Engagement

We confidentially connect buyers and sellers through targeted outreach, qualify opportunities, and facilitate meaningful discussions under strict confidentiality agreements.

4

Negotiation & Deal Structuring

We evaluate offers, negotiate key terms, and structure the transaction to balance value, risk, and long-term objectives for all parties involved.

5

Due Diligence & Closing

From due diligence and legal coordination to financing support and closing, our advisors manage the final stages of the transaction to help ensure a smooth and successful outcome.

Nationwide M&A Advisory Services

Whether you're located in Texas, Florida, New York, California, or anywhere else in the U.S., Aria provides experienced M&A advisory services nationwide.

Location is never a barrier. Our M&A advisory services extend to businesses across all industries in all 50 states.

Recent Closed M&A Transactions

Surplus Outlet
$11,100,000
Retail / Grocery | Jul 2024
Discount supermarket with real estate located in Pennsylvania.
Metro Wireless
$4,500,000
Telecommunications | Jan 2022
Business Internet and Voice Provided located in Michigan.
Galaxy Lanes
$3,500,000
Entertainment | Dec 2024
The Konery
$3,000,000
Food Manufacturing | Mar 2025
Artisanal ice cream cone manufacturer located in New York.
Sagano Restaurants
$2,700,000
Hospitality | Jan 2026
Chain of Japanese steakhouses located in Michigan.
Anytime Fitness
$2,220,000
Health & Wellness | May 2024
Group of three fitness centers located in Michigan.
Tool Detail Corp
$1,760,000
Industrial & Manufacturing | Jan 2024
Tool precision company with real estate located in Michigan.
Irish Isle Provision Co
$1,400,000
Food Wholesale | Jun 2025
Wholesale meat and beer distributor located in Pennsylvania.
AFLS Corp
$1,380,000
Professional Services | Jan 2024
Interpretation and translation company located in Arizona.
Cribbs & Associates
Price Not Disclosed
Environmental | Jan 2025
Environmental consulting firm located in Pennsylvania
Revolution Laser Tag
Price Not Disclosed
Entertainment | Nov 2023
Family entertainment center located in Michigan.
Laura Tork Wholesale
Price Not Disclosed
Building Materials | May 2024
Building supply distributor located in Pennsylvania

Why Michigan Business Owners Choose Aria

Business owners choose Aria because we offer not just full service approach but also local expertise. Here is why founder-led businesses choose Aria:

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Experienced & IBBA-Accredited Advisors

Our IBBA-accredited advisors have decades of experience guiding business owners and investors through successful mergers and acquisitions across a wide range of industries.

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Nationwide Reach with In-House Expertise

Serving clients across all 50 states, our in-house CPAs, legal professionals, and capital advisors work together to support valuation, due diligence, deal structuring, and transaction execution.

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Proprietary Buyer Network & Process

We leverage our proprietary network of strategic buyers, private equity firms, family offices, and investors while maintaining a confidential process that protects your business throughout the transaction.

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Technology-Driven Process

Our technology-enabled approach streamlines buyer outreach, document management, due diligence, and communication, creating a more efficient, organized, and seamless M&A experience from start to finish.

What Our Clients Say About Us

 

Let's Discuss Your Next Transaction

Every successful transaction starts with the right strategy. Speak with our M&A advisors to discuss your objectives, evaluate your opportunities, and receive experienced guidance every step of the way.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Learn about Our recipe for your M&A Success

An M&A advisor provides strategic guidance throughout the entire transaction, including valuation, buyer outreach, negotiations, due diligence, and closing. Business brokers focus on listing and selling businesses, while M&A advisors manage more complex and higher-value transactions.

Most M&A transactions take 6 to 12 months to complete. The timeline depends on factors such as business size, buyer availability, due diligence, financing, and transaction complexity. Proper planning and experienced advisors can help keep the process on schedule.

Experienced M&A advisors and brokers are highly reliable for mid-market transactions. They bring industry expertise, buyer networks, valuation knowledge, and transaction experience that help reduce risks, streamline negotiations, and improve the chances of a successful closing.

Yes. Many M&A advisory firms assist with cross-border acquisitions and business sales by coordinating with international buyers, legal advisors, and financial professionals. Their expertise helps navigate the additional regulatory, financial, and operational requirements of international transactions.

Our Dedicated Team

Dominic Serra

M&A specialist with extensive experience across sectors, notably telecommunications. Spearheads client relations and operations.

Dominic Serra
Managing Partner / Co-Founder
Patrick Strausbaugh

Seasoned Certified Public Accountant with a proven acumen in deadline pressure-laden business environments.

Patrick Strausbaugh
Finance Director / Co-Founder
Reese Serra

10+ yrs experience in M&A Advising, counseling businesses in a wide variety of industries, from startups to large publicly traded companies.

Reese Serra
Chief Counsel / Co-Founder
Carol Shin

10+ yrs experience, closed $100M+ in deals, excels in financials, operations, and market valuations, with a broad buyer network.

Carol Shin
Sr. M&A Advisor
Roman Serra

Over two decades of experience in business and real estate, negotiating, sales, communication, multi-unit sales, and real estate economics.

Roman Serra
Real Estate Advisor
Corrina Camero

10+ yrs in Palm Beach real estate, expert in market navigation and strategic development, driving significant projects and growth.

Corrina Camero
Real Estate Development Associate
Michael Mazur

20+ yrs in finance, M&A, and business development; expertise in mid-market buy/sell-side; owned manufacturing and service companies.

Michael Mazur
M&A Advisor
Tyler Hoffman

Deep leadership in sales, consulting, and tech; extensive IT and ERP know-how; versed in industries from Banking to Retail.

Tyler Hoffman
Associate Broker
David Mora

David Mora is a proven business broker with a strong understanding of financial analysis and M&A processes.

David Mora
M&A Advisor
andrew

Aligning infrastructure and software decisions with growth, efficiency, and long term resilience across connectivity, cloud, cybersecurity, AI, and SaaS platforms.

Andrew Jennings
Technology Strategist
Ron Shaba

Strategic leader with experience in the commercial real estate specializing in residential and business development in sales and acquisitions.

Ron Shaba
M&A Associate

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