what people say
Testimonials
Every business sale has a story behind it. The testimonials below share the perspectives of owners who trusted us to guide them through this important transition. We’re grateful for their partnership and their willingness to share their experience.
Based on conversations we had with buyers we knew our Company was attractive, but we didn't realize how complex and time-consuming the sale process would actually be.
The Fortune Group's expertise was invaluable—they prepared our company for sale, managed the entire process, and brought us multiple strong offers. Then they successfully negotiated an excellent deal with a great buyer.
The Fortune Group team was great to work with, and we couldn't be happier with the outcome they produced. We would highly recommend The Fortune Group to anyone thinking about selling their business.
The Fortune Group's expertise was invaluable—they prepared our company for sale, managed the entire process, and brought us multiple strong offers. Then they successfully negotiated an excellent deal with a great buyer.
The Fortune Group team was great to work with, and we couldn't be happier with the outcome they produced. We would highly recommend The Fortune Group to anyone thinking about selling their business.
Fred and Patricia SemkeSemke Forensic
Our attorney recommended The Fortune Group, and we were comfortable with their team after our first meeting. They quickly developed a strong understanding of our business and brought a combination of detailed financial analysis, effective presentation skills, strategic vision, and seasoned, common sense and insight to the process.
While the transaction was, at times, stressful, The Fortune Group provided a calming influence and professional approach that kept the process moving forward in alignment with the goals we established at the outset. Their guidance and execution were instrumental in achieving an excellent outcome - we were delighted with the final sale price.
The overall experience exceeded our expectations, and we would highly recommend The Fortune Group.
While the transaction was, at times, stressful, The Fortune Group provided a calming influence and professional approach that kept the process moving forward in alignment with the goals we established at the outset. Their guidance and execution were instrumental in achieving an excellent outcome - we were delighted with the final sale price.
The overall experience exceeded our expectations, and we would highly recommend The Fortune Group.
Kenneth TalmageMonterey Water Company
As a small business owner who spent twenty plus years building a respectable business, I quickly realized that I knew little about mergers and acquisitions. A trusted friend referred us to the Fortune Group who brought a steady, experienced hand to our transaction.
From start to finish, The Fortune Group supported us at every turn. After several buyers submitted initial indications of interest, they helped us work through a pre-emptive offer we received, making sure we understood our options and kept a competitive process in place.
There were definitely points where things got challenging, but The Fortune Group team stayed calm and kept the process moving forward. This was especially helpful during our busy season, when we didn’t have as much time to focus on the transaction. They carried the process forward while we stayed focused on running the business. In the end, the outcome more than doubled what we initially expected from a valuation standpoint.
Their guidance and steady, consistent approach made a real difference, and we would absolutely recommend The Fortune Group to anyone considering a sale.
From start to finish, The Fortune Group supported us at every turn. After several buyers submitted initial indications of interest, they helped us work through a pre-emptive offer we received, making sure we understood our options and kept a competitive process in place.
There were definitely points where things got challenging, but The Fortune Group team stayed calm and kept the process moving forward. This was especially helpful during our busy season, when we didn’t have as much time to focus on the transaction. They carried the process forward while we stayed focused on running the business. In the end, the outcome more than doubled what we initially expected from a valuation standpoint.
Their guidance and steady, consistent approach made a real difference, and we would absolutely recommend The Fortune Group to anyone considering a sale.
Jeff FaustEnvironmental Consultants
The Fortune Group provided valuable guidance throughout the sale of our business, bringing clarity, structure, and disciplined execution to what was a complex and time- intensive transaction.
They demonstrated particular expertise in managing and optimizing engagement with prospective buyers who had made unsolicited inquiries prior to our retaining them. They developed a competitive process focused on a limited number of parties, ensured those opportunities were properly positioned, and ultimately maximized transaction value.
Their hands-on approach and strategic insight made a meaningful difference in the outcome. We would confidently recommend The Fortune Group to any business owner considering a sale.
They demonstrated particular expertise in managing and optimizing engagement with prospective buyers who had made unsolicited inquiries prior to our retaining them. They developed a competitive process focused on a limited number of parties, ensured those opportunities were properly positioned, and ultimately maximized transaction value.
Their hands-on approach and strategic insight made a meaningful difference in the outcome. We would confidently recommend The Fortune Group to any business owner considering a sale.
Phil HorstmannAscent Holdings
When my partner and I decided to pursue a sale of our steel distribution business, we engaged The Fortune Group. The Fortune Group team provided strategic guidance and execution support that proved to be crucial to successfully selling our steel distribution business.
Their experience and expertise played an invaluable role in enhancing the value of our company. As part of the sale process, they assisted us in implementing more rigorous financial reporting and introduced us to a broad and well-qualified universe of potential buyers, both of which proved highly beneficial to us in connection with completing the transaction.
We achieved a highly successful outcome and commend The Fortune Group for their professionalism, experience, and commitment. This result would not have been possible without their expertise.
Their experience and expertise played an invaluable role in enhancing the value of our company. As part of the sale process, they assisted us in implementing more rigorous financial reporting and introduced us to a broad and well-qualified universe of potential buyers, both of which proved highly beneficial to us in connection with completing the transaction.
We achieved a highly successful outcome and commend The Fortune Group for their professionalism, experience, and commitment. This result would not have been possible without their expertise.
Mark MeinersTubular USA
We engaged The Fortune Group in what turned out to be a challenging situation due to the unique nature of our business model, which made positioning the company for sale both important and complex.
Their persistence and creativity really stood out. They adapted their approach, focused on the right buyers, and found practical ways to present our business in a compelling way.
As a result, we achieved a successful outcome and were able to step away from day-to- day responsibilities shortly after closing – an important goal for us that The Fortune played a key role in making happen. We would absolutely recommend them to any business owner considering a sale.
Their persistence and creativity really stood out. They adapted their approach, focused on the right buyers, and found practical ways to present our business in a compelling way.
As a result, we achieved a successful outcome and were able to step away from day-to- day responsibilities shortly after closing – an important goal for us that The Fortune played a key role in making happen. We would absolutely recommend them to any business owner considering a sale.
Steve LeidholdtSTL Communications