February/March 2019
Welcome New Members
Please join us in welcoming our new members to The Alliance!

Visit the Member Directory to find Alliance Members near you!
CM&AA
April 29 - May 3
University of Maryland, Robert H. Smith School of Business
Washington, D.C.

June 10 - 14
DePaul University, Loop Campus
Chicago, IL

September 16 - 20
DePaul University, Loop Campus
Chicago, IL

October 28 - November 1
Pepperdine University
Malibu, CA
The Alliance of M&A Advisors Announces Growth Partnership with Five Star Global
The Alliance of Merger & Acquisition Advisors (AM&AA), the premier provider of education and business-building opportunities for M&A middle market professionals, is proud to announce a financial and working partnership with Five Star Global, a national event, publishing, and marketing firm currently focused in the Mortgage Servicing Industry and headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
What Multiples Are Businesses Selling For?
Anthony Citrolo , CM&AA, CPA
Managing Partner, The NYBB Group
Upon deciding to sell their business, or even while making the decision, an owner will most likely want to know what they can expect to receive in the sale. Many factors go into determining the value of a business at market. One such factor is the state of the market and how much other similar businesses are selling for.
What Are the Top Reasons Why Buyers Purchase a Business?
Luis de la Prida , CM&AA, MBA
Managing Partner, The NYBB Group
Chapter Events
"2019 Symposium Series: Strategic Option Analysis"

"Annual Private Equity Mixer"

"The State of the Healthcare Industry and the Impact on Investment Banking/ Capital Markets"

"Hidden Deal Killers in M&A Transactions"

"Alternative Exit Strategies - Off the Beaten Path"

"Alternative Exit Strategies - Off the Beaten Path"
Become a Member
  • Gain access to valuable Member Benefit technology platforms
  • Gain a valuable network of M&A experts
  • Be featured in our Member Directory, accessible to the public
  • Receive discounted rates to Alliance events
  • And more!
The decision to buy a business is not one to be taken lightly. As the owner, you're responsible for the growth and success of an entire entity and the livelihoods of its employees. It's a lot of responsibility that can be accompanied by risk, freedom, a lifestyle change and potential financial reward.
Help Us Shape the Future of The Alliance
We are delighted to announce that the Alliance of M&A Advisors (AM&AA) is adding new resources to better serve the expanding needs of the AM&AA Community. We are adding two key positions, an Executive Director, who will work closely with Founder Mike Nall, and a Business Development Professional. As supporters of the AM&AA, who know our organization, please share these extraordinary opportunities with potential candidates.
Save the Date for the Summer Conference!
The 22nd annual Summer Conference will bring together hundreds of private business investment, advisory, and transactional experts through expert education, advanced certifications, and unparalleled deal-making opportunities for every mid-market professional.
Congratulations to our 2018 Award Winners!
Congratulations Allie Taylor,
2018 Thought Leader of the Year!
Allie's research is ground breaking in that it recognizes that a key component of any business sale is the psychology of the owner. Despite all the financial and operational analysis that gets done at the point of the deal, psychology is measured at best with intuition. Allie's research identifies scientific means of defining and measuring an owner's propensity to exit their business.

The Alliance would like to thank BKD for their support as the Middle Market Thought Leader of the Year partner.
Lifetime Achievement Award:
Mike Adhikari
As a dealmaker, valuation expert, and developer of software for private company M&A solutions, Mike has been on the AM&AA Advisory Board for 15 years and board President for the last 10 years! He is a passionate advocate for many professional business associations, and the AM&AA has received much more than our fair share of Mike’s time, talent, and treasure. There is no AM&AA member more selfless and valued than Mike. He is beyond deserving of the Lifetime Achievement Award.
Member of the Year:
Jason Tuzinkewich
Jason has shared his experience, vision, leadership, inspiration and dedication to every effort and contribution to the membership and organization. Whether he is helping to create the strategy for the MidMarket Alliance or serving as an integral part of the conference content committee, Jason is always willing to help. The organization is stronger because of members like Jason who are so willing to give their time.
Chapter Leader of the Year:
Jon Underkofler
Due to Jon's leadership, the Rocky Mountain Chapter flourished in 2018. With new initiatives to increase engagement - such as revitalizing the chapter's social media presence, holding unique events that appeal to members and non-members alike, and expanding the RMC into Salt Lake City, thus reaching a brand new market for the AM&AA - it was an easy choice for the AM&AA to make. Jon is a model chapter leader and we congratulate his hard work.
Highest CM&AA Score:
Scott Bier
Scott attended the 61st CM&AA class which was held at Pepperdine University in Malibu, CA last October. Of the 75 candidates who went through the program in 2018, Scott earned the highest score on the CM&AA exam.
2019 SBIA & AM&AA Deal Summit
Another Successful Winter Conference
This year, the Alliance of M&A Advisors and the Small Business Investor Alliance (SBIA) joined forces and combined SBIA’s Southern Private Equity Conference and our Winter Conference to create the SBIA & AM&AA Deal Summit. Thank you to everyone who joined us in Miami. We hope to see you again in Chicago this July!
Alliance Spotlight - Arizona Chapter
Dr. Tom Deans joined the Arizona Chapter for a dynamic breakfast presentation on his bestselling books, Every Family's Business and Willing Wisdom.
"Will a Family Business Owner Sell?
The Clue is in Their Will" 
"I thought it was great and looking forward to getting more involved with the Chapter generally." 
– Mike Gillette of Polsinelli

"We appreciate you involving us. Good event!"
– Mark Young of CKS

"Great combined program with EPI. Good job and great speaker. Keep up the good work!"
– Jerry Schwallier of Miller Capital

"GREAT meeting this morning. SUPERB speaker."
– Dan Mahoney of JPMorgan
Partner Events
CVGA: CM&AA Member Discount
June 3-7, 2019 | Dedham, MA
The Certified Value Growth Advisor program is the most comprehensive and rigorous value growth training and credentialing program. CVGA goes far beyond "what to do" and provides deep dives into "how to do it."
Welcome New Members!
Cavitch Familo & Durkin
Schumaker, Loop &
Kendrick LLP
UMB Bank, NA
DGP Capital
Caliber Companies
Strategic Alternatives LLC
Chocktaw Global
Carr Riggs & Ingram LLC
The Branch Group
The NYBB Group
Arcadia Capital Partners
Six Pillars Partners
Corporate Finance Associates Worldwide
B2B CFO®
IBG Fox & Fin
Bel Air Growth Partners
CliftonLarsonAllen
SFV, Inc.
Pathfinder Group, LLC
Mangrove Equity Partners
Aon Risk Services
BNY Mellon Wealth Management
Edgewater Capital Partners
Unique Growth Capital
Chapman Associates
Neumeister & Associates, Inc.
City National Bank
Sun Acquisitions
MB Business Capital
Hempstead & Co. Inc.
World Business Brokers, Inc.
Boyne Capital Partners
UBS Financial Services, Inc.
FTI Consulting
Ascent Advisors, LLC
Harbinger Partners, LLC
Stream Capital Partners, LLC
Thank you to our partners
The Alliance of M&A Advisors® (The Alliance) is the premiere International Organization serving the educational and resource needs of the middle market M&A profession. Formed in 1998 to bring together CPAs, attorneys and other experienced corporate financial investors and advisors, the Alliance's 1200+ professional services firms - including some of the most highly recognized leaders in the industry-draw upon their combined transactional expertise to better serve the needs of their middle market clients worldwide.
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