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ONE OF THE WORLD’S MOST
ADMIRED M&A SPECIALISTS

We represent business owners who are highly motivated and want to take the next logical step with their businesses, to which they have dedicated a significant amount of their time and effort. Whether they seek to take that business to the next level, exit, or just find a way to diversify their personal wealth, entrepreneurs from around the world rely on our large team of professionals and motivated buyer contacts to achieve their objectives.

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WHY YOU SHOULD PARTNER WITH BENCHMARK INTERNATIONAL

  • Our own market-leading proprietary technology
  • Meticulous partner search processes
  • Global award-winning marketing experts
  • Highly driven and focused project timelines
  • Cross-industry and cross-border expertise
…just to list a few.
Why Benchmark?

DEDICATION

OUR PEOPLE

The Benchmark International team includes more than 250 M&A specialists, dealmakers, researchers, and analysts whose talents combine to offer our clients the very best M&A experiences. A multi-disciplinary team of experts is assigned to oversee each transaction to make certain that every detail of your deal is managed meticulously and with personal attention.
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INNOVATION

OUR PROCESS

We do things our own way at Benchmark International. In addition to our proprietary technology and marketing prowess, we have devised our unique Fingerprint Process that uses five carefully crafted stages to ensure that every client benefits from customized solutions.
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GLOBAL REACH

OUR LOCATIONS

Our worldwide footprint matches our worldly expertise. As you will find our offices spread across America, Europe, and Africa, you will find our team members immersed in the culture of these regions and the understanding of their markets.
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Selection of Transactions

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We Are Hydrogen acquired by PA MediaAcquired ByPA Media acquired We Are Hydrogen
Seller
We Are Hydrogen Limited
Acquirer
PA Media Group Limited
Industry
Technology, Media, Telecom, and Data
SchlummersacksAcquired ByEmpact brands
Seller
Schlummersacks
Acquirer
Empact brands
Industry
Consumer, Food, and Retail
Flo Systems, Inc.Acquired ByPumpMan
Seller
Flo Systems, Inc.
Acquirer
PumpMan
Industry
Construction
Brentwood CommunicationsAcquired ByIn Reach Health
Seller
Brentwood Communications
Acquirer
In Reach Health
Industry
Business Services
Sieveking Inc.Acquired ByEnergy Petroleum Co.
Seller
Sieveking Inc.
Acquirer
Energy Petroleum Co.
Industry
Energy and Power
Monarch TitleAcquired ByThe Walker Agency
Seller
Monarch Title
Acquirer
The Walker Agency
Industry
Real Estate, Lodging, and Leisure
TDS Erectors, Inc, (DBA. TDS Erectors & Crane Service)Acquired ByCapital Extension Crane & Lift
Seller
TDS Erectors, Inc, (DBA. TDS Erectors & Crane Service)
Acquirer
Capital Extension Crane & Lift
Industry
Construction
Accountants and Business Advisors, LLCAcquired ByThe Accounting Lab Group, LLC
Seller
Accountants and Business Advisors, LLC
Acquirer
The Accounting Lab Group, LLC
Industry
Financial
Paramount Packaging acquired by MediahuisAcquired ByMediahuis Ireland acquires Paramount Packaging
Seller
Paramount Packaging Limited
Acquirer
Mediahuis Ireland Limited
Industry
IEM Energy Consultants, LLCAcquired ByWhite Wolf Capital
Seller
IEM Energy Consultants, LLC
Acquirer
White Wolf Capital
Industry
Energy and Power
Omni SolutionsAcquired ByGurtler Industries
Seller
Omni Solutions
Acquirer
Gurtler Industries
Industry
Industrial and Manufacturing
CCDI, Inc.Acquired ByBlack Powder Holdings
Seller
CCDI, Inc.
Acquirer
Black Powder Holdings
Industry
Construction
EQA acquired by AmtivoAcquired ByEQA acquired by Amtivo
Seller
EQA (Irleand) Ltd
Acquirer
Amtivo Group
Industry
Business Services
Digital Prism Advisors, Inc.Acquired ByMod Op
Seller
Digital Prism Advisors, Inc.
Acquirer
Mod Op
Industry
Business Services
Dynamac, Inc.Acquired ByContinuim Equity Partners
Seller
Dynamac, Inc.
Acquirer
Continuim Equity Partners
Industry
Industrial and Manufacturing
T&RS Engineering acquired by RendelAcquired ByT&RS Engineering acquired by Rendel
Seller
T & R S Engineering Ltd
Acquirer
Rendel Ltd
Industry
Industrial and Manufacturing
Trident Water Solutions acquired by Phenna GroupAcquired ByPhenna Group acquires Trident Water
Seller
Trident Water Solutions Limited
Acquirer
Phenna Group
Industry
Environmental, Waste, and Recycling
First Response (First Aid) acquired by Impact FuturesAcquired ByImpact Futures acquires First Response
Seller
First Response (First Aid) Ltd
Acquirer
Impact Futures
Industry
Business Services
Morgan Wood Products, Inc.Acquired ByEP Group
Seller
Morgan Wood Products, Inc.
Acquirer
EP Group
Industry
Business Services
Sunny Morning Foods, Inc.Acquired ByBurris Logistics
Seller
Sunny Morning Foods, Inc.
Acquirer
Burris Logistics
Industry
Consumer, Food, and Retail
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Construction
Consumer, Food, & Retail
Education & Government
Energy & Power
Environmental, Waste, & Recycling
Financial
Healthcare
Industrial & Manufacturing
Real Estate, Lodging, & Leisure
Technology, Media, Telecom, & Data
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News & Articles

Skin in the Game: Navigating Post-Acquisition Stakes

Who should have a vested interest or 'skin in the game' when it comes to an acquisition? The seller who's stepping back? Or the buyer taking charge? Tiaan Smit, director at Benchmark International, discusses this in depth.

Negotiate to Succeed!

Martin Franz, managing partner at Benchmark International, discusses some basic negotiating tips for business owners looking to sell their company.

Heads of Terms – Striking a Balance Between Thoroughness and Deal Progression

Sam McNamee, director at Benchmark International’s Irish office, explains how to strike a balance between thoroughness and deal progression when dealing with Heads of Terms.

Founder-Owned Businesses Are Attractive M&A Targets

Founder-owned businesses are highly sought after in the M&A market, making them attractive targets for acquisition. Read more below.

Your Insight, Our Expertise: Help Us Craft a Great Information Memorandum

As we haven't quite mastered telepathy, the power of collaboration remains our greatest ally - read these valuable tips to help us craft a great IM for you.

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We use proven, highly tailored processes to define potential acquirers, crafting strategies and materials to attract more of the right buyers. This creates competitive tension that leads to optimal outcomes from the overall sale process.

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In Their Words

The Benchmark team was very professional, responsive and kept their eye on the end goal, allowing me to continue running my business. I would highly recommend Benchmark to any small to mid-size business owner that is considering the sale or merger of their firm.

Barbara Stankowski
AMTIS Inc.

I would like to thank the Benchmark International team for their hard work facilitating this transaction on our behalf. This deal has allowed me to spend more time with my wife, Georgiann, and our family. We believe the buyer will take good care of our business and bring exciting opportunities to our employees through new customers and services.

Gene Pharis
G&G Graphics and Promotions, Inc.

Benchmark International’s hands-on approach during all aspects of the transaction process was fundamental in our successful deal closing. Benchmark’s industry knowledge and relationships proved to be highly valuable as they assisted us in identifying a buyer that fits our innovative culture and provides Conarc with the resources necessary to continue the company’s trajectory of rapid growth.

Chet Joglekar
Conarc, Inc.

Our experience with Benchmark has been first class since day one. Their attention to detail, professionalism and availability at a moment’s notice made us feel as if we were their only client. We would like to thank the team for helping us through the process and look forward to seeing the company grow under new ownership.

Rick Shapley and Linda Frandsen
Cade & Associates Advertising, Inc.

The Benchmark team was very professional, responsive and provided great guidance during our entire transaction process. Having Benchmark on our side, focusing on the details of the transaction process, allowed our management team to continue to focus on the day to day running of our business. I would highly recommend partnering with Benchmark for any small to mid-size business owner that is considering the sale or merger of their firm. We are excited to be part of the ASD team and look forward to providing expanded services and capabilities to our clients through the synergies of the combined companies.

Jeff Cook
Network Technologies, Inc.

Benchmark International played an instrumental role in identifying an acquirer whose vision aligned with our own. The team brought multiple offers to the table, and created a competitive bid process among some of the top names in the industry. A big thanks to the Benchmark transaction team for the extraordinary effort in making this deal a reality.

David Hampson
Enroute

Benchmark International has the knowledge and experience to manage and assist the many obstacles that a business owner faces when going through the sale of a business. In working with Benchmark International on the sale of MC Communications, I felt that their various teams understood my goals and exit objectives. With the knowledge of my specific objectives, Benchmark International was able to source a deal that would provide my business, employees, and clients a greater level of service and opportunities. Benchmark International’s perseverance and dedication to finding solutions got the deal across the line.

Mike Crawford
MC Communications

 I would like to extend my thanks and appreciation to all those at Benchmark International who played such an important part in the sale of my company. I am very pleased that a satisfactory sale was completed within just a year of being on the market. The service provided and the strong influence the team had enabled such a great deal and an exceptional experience.

Steve Briggs
Silclear

I am delighted with the work that Benchmark International have done and I don’t think the deal would have been so much of a success without their involvement.

Nigel Howard
Lyme Bay Cider Company

Thanks very much to all the team at Benchmark for all your help and commitment in making this sale a reality, we both really do appreciate it.

Lee Waterhouse & Brian Mason
TWM Traffic Control Systems
Karina Grassy
Schlummersack
Former Shareholder
Quantum3
Tadhg O Flynn
O Flynn Medical
Tim Wood
KGM
Pat Duffy
Office Technology Limited
Michael Branagan-Harris
Device Access UK Ltd
Charles Gleason
Fulfill Plus
Tom Baehr
Ground Hog Drilling
Richard & Sandy Burt
FastSMS Limited
Thomas Frey
Silexx Financial Systems
Martyn Taylor
Lightning Packaging Supplies Limited
Andy Riggs
Label Express Limited
Roger Warkentine
Computer RX
Ross Edlund
Skillets, Inc
Ann Zdansky
The Common Source
Chet Joglekar
Conarc, Inc
Hilary Waterhouse
ROC Northwest
Michael Robb
Michael Robb (Accountancy and Taxation Services) LTD
Gary Coker
Central EMS
Steve Wubker
RX30
Robert Yurman
Uniform Sales of America, Inc
Ronnie McFarlane
Sterimedix LTD
Peter Molyneyx
Bailey Morris Limited
Lynda Watts
Monitor Environmental Limited
Stuart Gibson
Netplan Internet Solutions