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by a searcher from University of California, Berkeley - Haas School of Business
in Berkeley, CA, USA

1yr ago

Buy side advisors & search tools / platforms

I’m looking for recommendations on tools that have been useful in the search process, specifically for: • CRM systems to track outreach and deal flow • Email outreach platforms • Deal sourcing platforms • Email verification tools • Industry and company data sources for market research and due diligence • Web scraping tools • Lead generation and contact enrichment • Cold outreach optimization tools for better email sequencing and tracking

Additionally, I’m seeking recommendations for buy-side advisors and brokers with experience in Mexico and the southern U.S. states, particularly in lower middle-market acquisitions.

Appreciate any insights or referrals!

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reply by an intermediary 11mos ago
from Howard University in Denver, CO, USA

At RKJ Partners, we specialize in supporting independent sponsors and entrepreneurial acquirers throughout the entire buy-side M&A process. Since 2008, we’ve carved out a niche in the lower middle market, focusing on operating companies and target companies generating EBITDA in the range of $1MM to $5MM. Our firm acts as an extension of your deal team—proactively sourcing off-market opportunities, managing outreach, coordinating diligence, guiding negotiations and sourcing acquisition related capital. Over 95% of our engagements are on the buy side, giving us deep experience and a focused perspective on what it takes to close deals in today’s competitive environment. Whether you’re raising capital for a first-time acquisition or adding to an existing platform, we help you stay in front of owners and one step ahead of the process. If you’re an independent sponsor seeking qualified opportunities, seller access, and a partner who understands the nuance of your model—we’d welcome the chance to connect. Feel free to reach out directly redacted or visit our website to learn more: [redacted

reply by an intermediary 10mos ago
from Texas Tech University in Dallas, TX, USA

I am from Texas and focused on the LMM. Just spent a few months in Mexico and have a client with sizeable operations there and doing things elsewhere in LatAm (and have done M&A there in the past). We also do a lot on the buy-side with searchers / indy sponsors. You can reach me at redacted Here is us: redacted