Buy-Side Advisory
Buy-SideM&AAdvisoryForMid-MarketAcquirers
Proprietary deal flow. Structured execution. Experienced advisors at every stage. We help investors and corporate buyers convert their acquisition thesis into qualified opportunities.
Focused Buy-Side M&A Advisory For Investors & Corporate Buyers
When you commit capital to acquisitions, you want more than a list of targets. You want a partner who can turn an investment thesis into qualified introductions, consistent opportunities, and closed transactions.
Werner Partners provides buy-side M&A search services for private equity sponsors, family offices, and corporate acquirers that want a disciplined acquisition program. We combine sector insight, direct outreach, and hands-on support so you can focus on decisions, not sourcing.
Why Buyers Choose Werner Partners
The advantages of a dedicated buy-side advisory relationship.
Trusted Advisors in the Work
- Senior M&A advisors who understand sponsor and corporate mandates
- Direct partner involvement throughout the engagement
- Work is not passed down to junior staff
Proprietary, Direct-to-Owner Outreach
Data Informed and Transparent
More Qualified Actionable Deals
Private Equity and Independent Sponsors
Sponsors that want a repeatable acquisition program with proprietary outreach, market coverage, and a partner who understands fund priorities.
How We Build Your Acquisition Engine
A disciplined approach that generates qualified opportunities aligned with your investment thesis.
We translate your investment thesis into clear target criteria, including sector focus, size, geography, and ownership dynamics.
Representative Strategic Advisory Engagements
A curated sample of engagements that reflect our experience across the middle market.
Corporate Technologies acquired Cloud Compliance Solutions
The acquisition strengthens Corporate Technologies' cloud-security, compliance automation, and managed-cloud capabilities for regulated and multi-site enterprises.
XMEK acquired Cupps Industrial Supply
The transaction expands XMEK's ability to provide integrated solutions and responsive MRO support across industrial end markets.
Redco acquired Verona Rubber
Verona contributes decades of molded and fabricated rubber expertise, expanding Redco's ability to deliver custom-engineered solutions.
ShoreView Industries invested in Frham Safety Products
Frham adds mission-critical safety equipment and contamination-control expertise, positioning the platform for growth across regulated industrial environments.
Sentech Sensors acquired Motion Sensors, Inc.
The acquisition enhances the ability to deliver high-reliability sensing solutions for aerospace, defense, and industrial OEMs.
Sila Services acquired Allied Experts
The acquisition enhances Sila's HVAC and home-performance capabilities in the Northeast market.
Industrial Service Group acquired National Mill Maintenance
The combination strengthens ISG's ability to support mission-critical facilities with comprehensive maintenance solutions.
Pharos Capital acquired RythMedix, Inc.
The acquisition enhances Pharos' medtech portfolio and supports broader adoption of remote monitoring across cardiology practices.
Akoya Capital & Trivest Partners acquired Peerless Fence Company
Peerless contributes decades of market presence, forming a strong foundation for expansion through geographic scaling.
4 State Trucks acquired Big Rig Chrome Shop
Big Rig Chrome Shop adds e-commerce scale, retail depth, and a broad accessories portfolio.
Montway Auto Transport acquired Auction Direct Transport
The combination strengthens Montway's ability to deliver comprehensive vehicle-transport solutions.
Monroe Engineering acquired Ryadon
The acquisition enhances Monroe's ability to offer OEM customers a wider product selection.
Trinity Hunt Partners acquired Exclusive Concepts
The acquisition establishes a foundation for scaling technology-enabled marketing services.
Clearwell Group acquired Alpha EMC
The acquisition broadens Clearwell's service capabilities for complex environmental and regulatory requirements.
Endava (NYSE: DAVA) acquired Five Minute Studio
The acquisition enhances Endava's ability to deliver design-led digital experiences for global enterprise clients.
Wincove Capital acquired Integrated Solutions Inc
The acquisition strengthens Wincove's ability to drive growth through investments in people, processes, and technology.
Keystone Capital acquired Photogenic
The acquisition provides a strong foundation for scaling guest-experience programs.
Astor Place Holdings acquired Sentech Inc.
The acquisition strengthens the platform and supports growth through enhanced engineering and product development.
Valesco Industries acquired Clipper Mill Inc.
The acquisition supports operational improvement, new product development, and broader channel expansion.
Sector Focus, Broad Market Reach
We align your buy-side M&A advisory mandate with our experience in key mid-market sectors.
Aerospace, Defense & Security
We support cybersecurity providers, defense technology firms, aerospace components manufacturers, and technical service contractors. Our experience includes government contracting dynamics, ITAR considerations, program concentration, and mission-critical factors.
Building & Construction
We work with HVAC operators, electrical contractors, facility services, and infrastructure engineering firms. We understand recurring service models, labor dynamics, multi-branch operations, and roll-up potential.
Business & Professional Services
We advise IT services firms, tech-enabled platforms, consulting groups, and outsourced service providers. Our insight covers utilization models, contract structure, retention metrics, and operational maturity.
Consumer Products & Retail
We support e-commerce brands, direct-to-consumer companies, wellness products, and specialty food and beverage businesses. Key drivers include customer acquisition efficiency, SKU performance, and omni-channel strategy.
Energy & Infrastructure
Our experience spans renewables, environmental services, and utility infrastructure providers. We understand regulatory frameworks, long-term contracts, project-based revenue, and consolidation trends.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
We work with healthcare IT providers, specialty practices, clinics, CROs, and pharma service companies. We understand payer mix, regulatory constraints, and valuation differences between contract-based and fee-for-service models.
Industrials & Manufacturing
We advise precision manufacturers, engineered product companies, and industrial distributors. We understand supply chain complexity, capacity utilization, customer concentration, and quality systems.
Tech, Media & Telecom
We support software and SaaS platforms, cloud service providers, managed services, and analytics technologies. Our expertise includes ARR metrics, churn, customer lifetime value, and recurring revenue drivers.
Value-Add Distribution
We support value-add distributors, specialty food and beverage companies, and consumer products businesses. We understand distribution models, customer concentration, and brand strength.
Transportation & Logistics
We work with third-party logistics providers, warehousing and distribution companies, freight operators, and supply chain software platforms. We understand route density, utilization, and consolidation approaches.
Financial Services
We advise insurance and insurtech platforms, outsourced accounting firms, and specialty financial service providers. Experience includes compliance requirements, contract stability, and client retention metrics.
Food & Beverage
We advise specialty food and beverage companies, and consumer products businesses. We understand distribution models, customer concentration, and brand strength.
Aerospace, Defense & Security
We support cybersecurity providers, defense technology firms, aerospace components manufacturers, and technical service contractors. Our experience includes government contracting dynamics, ITAR considerations, program concentration, and mission-critical factors.
Ready to Build a Stronger Buy-Side Program?
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