Whether you're ready to sell your business now or exploring your options, partner with experienced advisors who specialize in maximizing your exit strategy for the best possible outcome.
$85 Million
Our team led the $85M sale of a SaaS workflow automation company with $20M ARR to a publicly traded software firm, involving cash and earnout.
$75 Million
Our team led the $140M acquisition of a digital health and telemedicine platform by a major healthcare conglomerate.
$125 Million
We assisted a growth-focused private equity firm in acquiring a cloud security provider for $125M, expanding their cybersecurity presence.
$140 Million
We guided a fintech payment processor through a $75M exit strategy, enhancing their valuation before acquisition.
Athena Consulting Partners has assisted businesses across various industries in developing exit strategies that enhance valuation and ensure a profitable exit.
Talk with our team to begin strategizing your exit and maximizing your business' valuation
Our approach to crafting a successful exit strategy.
Readiness Assessment
Data Compilation
Negotiation & Agreement
Valuation
Buyer Outreach
Close of Sale
Athena provides expert guidance through every step of the sell-side process, offering clients—many of whom are navigating a business sale for the first time—the experience, M&A expertise, and strategic negotiation skills needed for a successful transaction.
Our consulting services are designed to help business owners who are:
Ready to exit quickly
Wanting to maximize valuation
Looking for the best home for their business
Not sure what to do
No matter where you are in the sales process, Athena Consulting Partners is your trusted partner in ensuring your legacy is protected, your employees are well taken care of, and your exit strategy leaves no money on the table.
Here's how we help:
Everything you need to exit in the next 4-5 months
A full-service, turnkey M&A solution for a seamless and profitable sale
Business Valuation & Assessment
Full-Service Advisory
Marketing Materials Creation
Financial Review by Experienced CPA Team
Financial Model & Forecast
Data Room Readiness
List of Strategic & Financial Buyers
Buyer Outreach
Deal Negociation & Structuring
Closing Support
Get ready to exit within the next 12 months
Enhanced support to accelerate your readiness and attract the right buyers
Exit Process Walkthrough
Business Valuation
Value Enhancement Roadmap
Access to Curated Expert Network
Strategic Positioning Assessment
Monthly Advisor Call
Meetings Whenever You Need
Not sure if you're ready to sell?
Athena Consulting Partners works with business owners at every stage of the sale journey—whether you’re ready to sell now or are still determining the optimal time to exit. Our expert advisors conduct thorough business evaluations and provide strategic guidance to help you develop a successful exit plan. For some, this means refining internal operations to enhance valuation; for others, it means seizing the right moment to exit and navigating the process of finding qualified buyers with confidence.
Client Testimonials
“You helped us see things several steps ahead - and saved us so much money and headache and resources. You helped us see all these different moving parts, the strategic side of things that we hadn’t considered.”
Bruce Decaster
CEO, Crescentia
“We are in control of the process now - instead of being a price-taker, we know what we’re worth and we can defend this to buyers. Working with Athena was collaborative and you took the time to understand our business.”
Randy Herbertson
CEO, The Visual Brand
“We closed one deal in six weeks, and obtained the internal funding to do so… We now have a highly scalable and robust model that can be easily applied to other markets and new opportunities.”
Gannon Murphy
General Manager, Cinelease Studios
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Whether you're ready to work with us or simply need some advice, we're here to help
FAQs
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What size companies do you work with?Our clients typically generate $100M or more in revenue, but we also partner with smaller companies. Contact us to see if we’re the right fit for your business.
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What team do I need to have to do M&A?Most companies utilize their internal functional teams for due diligence. We assist with sourcing, facilitating the entire diligence process, valuation, negotiation, and structuring the deal.
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Can this process work for us if we haven't fully decided whether to do acquisitions or not?Yes. This process is designed to help you evaluate whether acquisitions are the right path for your company. We'll guide you through identifying potential opportunities, assessing strategic fit, and building consensus among your team, so you can make an informed decision on whether to pursue acquisitions.
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Is our company's information kept confidential? Do you sign an NDA?Yes, your company’s information is treated with the utmost confidentiality. We always sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) to ensure that your sensitive business information is fully protected throughout our engagement.
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What would we need to do during this process?During the process, your primary responsibility will be to provide us with the necessary information about your current business and participate in structured meetings with our team. Athena will take ownership of gathering the right information, conducting the analysis and research, generating the deliverables for the M&A Growth Accelerator, and ensuring that your executive team is fully aligned on the next steps. We work closely with you to make this a seamless and efficient experience.