News & Insights
Our thought leadership pieces are curated to offer practical tips and strategies for optimizing business performance, while our deal announcements keep you informed about the latest transactions and industry trends. Contributing to knowledge about how to do transactions well is at the heart of our Why – we strive to be good corporate citizens in our business communities.
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Case Studies
How Oaklyn Consulting Helped Acquaint Veteran Healthcare Executives With the Investment Community
One of OC's first assignments was referred by an investment bank. A group of veteran healthcare executives wanted to build a services roll-up. Naturally, they needed a platform acquisition on one side of this plan, and a financial sponsor on the other. The issue: they...
News
Commercial Property Consultants, Oaklyn Consulting Announce Strategic Partnership
The firms will advise clients collaboratively in situations involving real estate holdings and strategic corporate transactions CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee, and ATLANTA, Georgia, May 26, 2021 — Atlanta real estate consulting firm Commercial Property Consultants and...
Oaklyn Consulting Says Farewell to Chris Wright; Announces Search for New Principal
When I started Oaklyn Consulting in 2016, one of my primary goals was to provide an opportunity for talented people to do engaging work and make a difference to clients and referral partners. I want working at Oaklyn Consulting to be a great experience for current...
Edge Magazine: Fee-Based Investment Firm Named Most Innovative Company
It's an honor to receive the Gold Stevie Award for the Most Innovative Company of the Year for businesses with under 100 employees. We are grateful to be recognized by our hometown newspaper for this accomplishment. Read the article in Edge Magazine. Read the article...
Insights
How We Help Investment Bankers Say Yes More Often
In investment banking, credibility is everything. If you’ve developed a reputation for successfully executing deals, having deep industry knowledge and being a trustworthy partner, your investment banking expertise might be highly sought after. While it’s great to...
5 Common Pitfalls When Selling Your Business Without a Broker
See how to sell your business without a broker, what are the advantages and disadvantages, and how to make better capital decisions in such cases.
How a Merger Can Strengthen Nonprofits for the Future
The same way merging for-profit businesses can increase reach and profitability, merging nonprofits can safeguard organizations from economic uncertainties.
Deals
Oaklyn Consulting Congratulates Brakequip on Acquisition by AGS Automotive Solutions
Oaklyn Consulting congratulates Brakequip, LLC, a Tennessee-based manufacturer of DIY systems for tubes and hoses, on its acquisition by leading aftermarket manufacturer/distributor AGS Automotive Solutions, a portfolio company of 3 Rivers Capital. Oaklyn Consulting...
Oaklyn Consulting Congratulates Arryved on Acquisition of Craftpeak
Oaklyn Consulting congratulates Arryved, a leading point-of-service (POS) provider for craft beverage and food establishments, on its acquisition of Craftpeak, a premier provider of advanced websites and ecommerce capabilities for the craft beverage industry. Oaklyn...
Oaklyn Consulting Congratulates Upside Growth Partners on Acquisition of BOLT System
Oaklyn Consulting congratulates Nashville-based Upside Growth Partners on its acquisition of BOLT System, a logistics technology firm also based in Nashville. Oaklyn helped BOLT's founders evaluate strategic alternatives for succession and initiated the transaction...
Features
4 Tips for Pitching Investors in Today’s Economy
Read the article in CFO.Any company that intends to grow past a certain point eventually reaches the familiar milestone of pitching to private capital sources in hopes of securing additional funding. Those businesses that tend to be most successful are the ones that...
Resolving Conflicts in a Family Business
Read the article in Small Business Current.When family members run a business together, the experience often draws them closer, but there are inherent risks as well. Having years of personal history with one’s co-workers can sometimes lead to non-work disputes...
How To Work Through Conflicts In a Family Business
Creating a family business comes with a lot of positives, as well as a lot of challenges. Here’s how to handle those conflicts as they arise. Thanks to The American Genius for having me! Read the article in PDF.Anyone who’s managed a business with other family members...
Ask Us Anything
Putting Together a Seamless Transition Plan
Ask Us Anything Dear Oaklyn Consulting, I started a nonprofit 8 years ago after my son passed so that I could create an impact while honoring him. We’ve been able to grow and help thousands of individuals. I am getting to the point of retirement and want to figure out...
Help Me With Options For Obtaining Capital
Ask Us Anything Dear Oaklyn Consulting, I have a business that needs a cash inflow. However, my local bank is not willing to provide more credit. What other options do I have to obtain capital, and what are the pros and cons of each alternative? From Oaklyn...
Help Me With When to Make an Employee an Owner of my Company
Ask Us Anything Dear Oaklyn Consulting, I’ve been in business for 10 years and have an employee who is a valued member of the business and would be hard to replace. How can I incentivize him/her to stay and become part of the equity in the business, while best...