Is now the time to sell? It depends on whether three things line up: the market, your business, and you.

Join Derek Avdul, a Managing Partner at Benchmark International, for a firsthand perspective shaped by decades of M&A experience. Through illustrative examples, he'll explore how waiting another year, a missed forecast, or a shift in buyer confidence can change what a business is worth. Understand what buyers need to see to move forward with confidence and how you can leverage that insight.

Whether you're considering a sale now or planning for the future, gain the insight to evaluate where you stand and make a more informed decision about your business.

Featured Speaker

Derek Avdul

Derek Avdul, a Managing Partner at Benchmark International, leads the firm's California region and advises lower middle market business owners on the sale of their companies. With more than 25 years of experience in M&A, investment banking, and corporate development, he has held senior roles at EY, Sony, and EMI Music. This breadth of experience gives him a well-rounded perspective on deal strategy, negotiation, and execution. His approach combines strategic insight, hands-on transaction experience, and a strong understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing privately held business owners.

The Value of Attending

What's In It for Me?

A strong business doesn't always mean it's the right time to sell, just as waiting doesn't always lead to a better outcome. Drawing on over 25 years of M&A experience, Derek will share his perspective on what could change, what remains within your control, and how those factors affect your options, so you can better evaluate both the opportunities and risks associated with your timing.

Our Team

Made up of the brightest minds in the mergers and acquisitions space, our team prides itself on personalized service.

We employ over 350 seasoned merger and acquisition specialists, dealmakers, researchers, and analysts at Benchmark International. We represent business owners who are highly motivated and want to take the next logical step with their businesses. Whether they seek to grow, transition, or diversify their personal wealth, entrepreneurs from around the world rely on our large team of professionals and motivated buyer contacts to achieve their objectives.

In Their Words

We have been working with clients around the world

Family Business

"We chose Benchmark International as our advisor in this process to ensure that we received best and highest value. The Benchmark International team played a pivotal role in terms of both deal structure, as well as guiding all parties through to a successful closing.”

Gina Gruenwald

CEO of Blue Wave

Perfect Fit

“The Benchmark International team did a great job finding and matching us up with a perfect fit in a partner for an acquisition. We look forward to a great future thanks to their efforts in finding a partner that fits us very well and offers unlimited potential for our company and team going forward, and we couldn’t have asked for a better result!”

Greg Galante

CEO of ACS

New Heights

"From our initial conversation through the final closing, Benchmark International was thoughtful, responsive, and clearly had our best interests top of mind. Thanks to them, we were able to find the perfect buyer for this next phase of our growth."

Meighan Newhouse

Co-Founder and CEO, Inspirant Group

Efficient M&A

“My thanks to the Benchmark International team. The process was far more complex than I ever thought it could be. They were right there every step of the way not only handling the issues but also walking me through the key points so that I could make the best decision for my employees, family, and customers.”

Luke Reinstetle

Founder and CEO of Morgan Wood

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What You'll Learn

Featured Speaker

Derek Avdul

Ranked #1 Sell-Side Exclusive M&A Advisor Worldwide

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