SUBSTANCE

THE MERITS OF WORKING WITH US

As a sell-side M&A firm, we work diligently on behalf of business owners to find the most suitable buyers for their companies. Our high level of expertise works for the advantage of buyers as well. Benchmark International has developed a custom, state of the art matching algorithm to pair you with relevant seller opportunities. Visit EmbraceBenchmark.com to access our Buyer Portal, a tool crafted to connect acquisitive buyers with a directory of high-quality, exclusively represented companies. The Buyer Portal allows you to manage domestic and international deal flows, engage directly with our team, and streamline the review process with a one-of-a-kind digital experience.

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DISTINCTIVE

WE ARE DIFFERENT

The careful manner in which we represent sellers is beneficial to all parties involved because we take the time to make sure the match between buyers and sellers makes sense and is in everyone’s best interest. We are not interested in hastily closing deals for the sake of it, but safeguarding that every deal is the right deal.
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ACCESS

FIND YOUR MATCH

As we represent business owners in the sale of their companies, we always strive to find the best match between buyer and seller. To ensure that you do not miss out on coveted opportunities regarding companies seeking the right buyers, create or update your acquirer profile and we will notify you about any businesses that may interest you.
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INSIGHTS

OPEN THE VAULT

In our efforts to help you as a buyer to make the most informed decisions, we have created a library of resources that share our unique perspectives, industry-specific updates, tips, news, statistics, and more.
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SUCCESS

WE GET RESULTS

We pride ourselves in our ability to gain a deep understanding of our clients and their businesses - mostly way beyond their expectations. Take a moment to browse through our many success stories to see why working with us is a truly rewarding experience.
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Selection of Transactions

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Christian Network InternationalAcquired BySymbia Logistics
Seller
Christian Network International
Acquirer
Symbia Logistics
Industry
Consumer, Food, and Retail
World Class DisplaysAcquired ByTentCraft
Seller
World Class Displays
Acquirer
TentCraft
Industry
Business Services
Arrow Sign Company, IncAcquired ByFusion Sign and Design
Seller
Arrow Sign Company, Inc
Acquirer
Fusion Sign and Design
Industry
Business Services
BREDAN Mechanical Systems, Inc.Acquired ByUndisclosed Buyer
Seller
BREDAN Mechanical Systems, Inc.
Acquirer
Undisclosed Buyer
Industry
Architecture and Engineering
Critical Environments ProfessionalsAcquired ByScientific Safety Alliance
Seller
Critical Environments Professionals
Acquirer
Scientific Safety Alliance
Industry
Industrial and Manufacturing
Concepts in Millwork, Inc.Acquired ByQuivion
Seller
Concepts in Millwork, Inc.
Acquirer
Quivion
Industry
Construction
Modus high-tech electronics GmbH Acquired by Mycronic ABAcquired ByModus high-tech electronics GmbH Acquired by Mycronic AB
Seller
Modus high-tech electronics GmbH
Acquirer
Mycronic AB
Industry
Technology, Media, Telecom, and Data
Romtex Enterprises, Inc.Acquired ByWindlass Engineers & Services
Seller
Romtex Enterprises, Inc.
Acquirer
Windlass Engineers & Services
Industry
Industrial and Manufacturing
Romtex Enterprises, Inc.Acquired ByWindlass Engineers & Services
Seller
Romtex Enterprises, Inc.
Acquirer
Windlass Engineers & Services
Industry
Industrial and Manufacturing
Storm Guardian Generators, LPAcquired ByLiberty Service Partners
Seller
Storm Guardian Generators, LP
Acquirer
Liberty Service Partners
Industry
Energy and Power
Copernus acquired by SuempolAcquired ByCopernus acquired by Suempol
Seller
Copernus Limited
Acquirer
Suempol Sp.z o.o
Industry
Consumer, Food, and Retail
Stellar Global acquired by MarvestingAcquired ByMarvesting acquired Stellar Global
Seller
Stellar Global
Acquirer
Marvesting
Industry
Technology, Media, Telecom, and Data
Skillko Acquired by Health and Safety InstituteAcquired ByHSI acquires Skillko
Seller
Skillko Limited
Acquirer
Health and Safety Institute
Industry
Technology, Media, Telecom, and Data
Extreme Exhibitions acquired by Claverley GroupAcquired ByExtreme Exhibitions acquired by Claverley Group
Seller
Extreme Exhibitions Limited
Acquirer
Claverley Group Limited
Industry
Technology, Media, Telecom, and Data
International Restaurant Distributors, Inc.Acquired ByHart & Price Corporation
Seller
International Restaurant Distributors, Inc.
Acquirer
Hart & Price Corporation
Industry
Consumer, Food, and Retail
Golden Openings IncAcquired ByFront Row Sales and Marketing
Seller
Golden Openings Inc
Acquirer
Front Row Sales and Marketing
Industry
Business Services
Robotics & Drives Services Limited Acquired by Automated Industrial Robotics IncAcquired ByRobotics & Drives Services Acquired by Automated Industrial Robotics
Seller
Robotics & Drives Services Limited
Acquirer
Automated Industrial Robotics Inc
Industry
Industrial and Manufacturing
Ioda acquired by ApprentifyAcquired ByApprentify acquired ioda
Seller
Ioda
Acquirer
Apprentify Group
Industry
Business Services
OneSource Professional Search, LLCAcquired ByXenspire Group Inc.
Seller
OneSource Professional Search, LLC
Acquirer
Xenspire Group Inc.
Industry
Business Services
Garlanna acquired by Card FactoryAcquired ByCard Factory acquired Garlanna
Seller
Garlanna Limited
Acquirer
Card Factory PLC
Industry
Consumer, Food, and Retail
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In The Buyer's Words

By working with Benchmark International, we were able to identify and perform preliminary evaluations of several companies quickly and accurately within our targeted geographic area. Their significant knowledge of the acquisition process, the sophistication of their systems (e.g., online data exchange), and their willingness to communicate deal structures based on their past experiences were all valuable to the success of our acquisition.

Denis St. Peter
CES

The professionalism of Benchmark International provided vital assistance from the onset of the business transaction to the final steps involved in the closing. We found that during this arduous process, which could have easily been marred with ambiguity and uncertainty, the Benchmark Team eradicated unnecessary tensions punctuated by assuring all parties remained focused on the end goal objectives. Undoubtedly, the Benchmark professional team provided trust, integrity and mutually beneficial solutions. Peace of mind comes from having an alliance partner who is ethical, highly responsive, and proactively engaging as Benchmark International.

Maurice Hamilton
Dalco Contingency

We were delighted to invest in Protean Software and in a process managed by Benchmark International which was smooth, transparent and efficient.

James Livingston
Foresight Group

The complete process was handled with professionalism and was well coordinated. Benchmark International facilitated discussion between client and buyer throughout enabling the transaction to be completed in an efficient manner. We look forward to our future with G.B. Access and would like to thank Benchmark International for its services.

Phil Wolff
Ashtead Plant Hire Company Ltd

Benchmark International presented themselves as, more or less, an unbiased partner to us. We had a feeling that they were very honest in giving us information and this was very helpful. For instance, during the process, Benchmark helped us to understand the British accountancy standards and the business processes which we were not so acquainted with before.

Bertram Häussler
IGES Institut

Working with Benchmark International has been very productive and efficient. Throughout the process they were constantly engaged, followed up on all the issues, and provided a professional and courteous atmosphere that enabled the deal to complete in a timely manner.

Ousama Shamma
3rd Millennium

We believe identifying the right opportunity with the right fit is critical for success in the M&A space. In working with Benchmark International on our most recent acquisition, we realized they share that same vision. Not only was the Benchmark International team helpful throughout the process, but their approach to this engagement was comprehensive, thoughtful and focuses while placing significant emphasis on the success of the combined firms. We look forward to working with them on future opportunities.

Brian Wenzel
Atwell, LLC

It has been a pleasure to work alongside Benchmark International to consummate this transaction. Benchmark was instrumental throughout the process.

Jonathan Ives
South Carolina Partners

Benchmark was extremely helpful in the process and allowed us to complete the deal on schedule as a result of their guidance.

Scott Berman
Florida Window and Door

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Founder-Owned Businesses Are Attractive M&A Targets

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the financing agreement just like the buyer would negotiate the terms of a loan with a traditional lender. These include the interest rate, the number of payments per year, the loan's size, and the loan's length.