M&A Reimagined:
Introducing the Aligned IQ Web Platform!

​Like the stages of any successful relationship, if it is to grow and flourish, it needs to evolve through some logical stages… from initial impressions… to getting to know each other… to exploring a deal that works for both parties… to consummating a deal. The value of an M&A deal is often dependent on the mutual understanding of the strategic fit. 

Rushing through each stage of a process when the monthly retainer bills are coming in, or when a Letter of Intent (LOI) deadline is looming, can result in mismatched partners.

“Dating” for a little while before making any commitment can be a smart way to make sure the deal is right for both parties.

Aligned IQ is reinventing and has reimagined the M&A process.  It flips the Traditional Sell-Side M&A Process on its head by first focusing on an exploration of the mutual “strategic fit” in specific Industry Verticals between business buyers/sellers, and second, by providing a secure, confidential platform for counterparties to initiate and build a meaningful relationship as a first step.

For potential business sellers, it addresses some of the concerns many have with traditional sell-side M&A Advisory and Investment Banking services in the lower-middle market. i.e. the fees and time commitment it takes when the market response is unknown and the outcome is uncertain.

​For Aligned IQ business sellers, the Aligned IQ platform negates the need for the seller to spend money upfront to prepare a Confidential Information Memorandum, a dataroom, a teaser, a buyers list, etc., that are part of the traditional sell-side process.

With Aligned IQ the business owner chooses the buyers/investors it wishes to meet based on the buyer’s profile, its acquisition mandate, and our proprietary scoring process.

The business seller is always in full control.

The entire Aligned IQ platform is organized around select Industry Verticals so that both buyers and sellers start with a deep appreciation of the challenges and opportunities they face. A strong relationship begins with common experiences.

Many strategic buyers (corporations) prefer to explore acquisition opportunities on their schedule to fit within their priorities and therefore sometimes take a pass on the opportunities they encounter represented by Investment Bankers and the Traditional Sell-Side M&A Process.

Many financial buyers struggle to differentiate themselves from other financial buyers. It can be difficult to demonstrate and articulate their modis operandi, strategy, and specific industry experience without the benefit of building that relationship first.

The Aligned IQ platform offers the opportunity for the buyer/investor to highlight their industry experience and showcase their value-added services, operating philosophy, and culture: attributes that matter most to many business owners.