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PERATOR CAPITAL ADVISORS

M&A Advisory by Operators,
for Operators

Wall Street expertise for Main Street business owners

We help service business owners sell their companies, acquire competitors, or plan their exit — combining Wall Street M&A expertise with real-world operator experience.

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Why Operator Capital?

Operator Credibility

We're not just advisors—we're active business owners. We've signed payroll checks and walked job sites ourselves. We understand that selling isn't just about the price—it's about finding a buyer who'll take care of your people and protect the legacy you've built.

Wall Street Training, Main Street Focus

We've worked on both sides of M&A—as advisors at top investment banks and as operators running our own businesses. That dual perspective means we know how to find credible buyers with real money AND how to position your business to attract them.

Essential Services Focus

We work with owner-operators in trades and service businesses—the companies that keep homes and businesses running. HVAC, electrical, plumbing, landscaping, and similar essential services.

How We Help

01

Sell-Side Advisory

We help you get a fair price without the games. We screen out tire-kickers, negotiate aggressively to prevent buyers from lowering the price at the last minute, and run a clean process so you can focus on your business until close.

  • Realistic valuation and clear positioning
  • Finding serious buyers who can actually close
  • Protecting you from buyers changing the deal
  • Managing due diligence without disrupting operations
  • Getting you to close with certainty
02

Buy-Side Support

Grow through acquisition — without overpaying or overcomplicating. Find and acquire the right business to add to your portfolio or platform.

  • Target identification and screening
  • Valuation and financial analysis
  • Negotiation strategy
  • Due diligence coordination
  • Post-close integration planning
03

Strategic Advisory

Get clear answers without the sales pitch. We'll tell you what your business is actually worth, what buyers will look for, and whether now is the right time to sell—with no pressure to move forward.

  • Honest exit readiness assessment
  • Realistic valuation (not inflated promises)
  • Practical steps to increase value
  • Succession and continuity planning
  • Connections to credible buyers when you're ready

Let's Talk

Thinking about selling? You're probably worried about three things: getting a fair price, finding a buyer who'll protect your legacy and take care of your people, and making sure you don't get jerked around during the process.

We can't promise perfection—no one can. But we've been on both sides of these deals. We know how buyers think, what red flags to watch for, and how to structure agreements that keep everyone honest. Let's talk through your situation. All conversations are confidential and obligation-free.