148 public firms currently appear in California. This page groups them into one market view so you can compare local presence, sector concentration, and likely size bands without opening every profile first.
Firms
148
Deal range
$50K–$10B
Top cities
Los Angeles, San Francisco
Updated
3/14/2026
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$5M–$100M · Newport Beach, California
Newport Beach-based boutique investment bank specializing in sell-side M&A for food, beverage, and consumer products companies in the lower middle market ($5M-$100M revenue range).
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$1M–$25M · San Ramon, CA
California-based M&A advisory firm founded in 1984, specializing in sell-side transactions for founder-owned and family-held businesses in the $1M-$25M range across manufacturing, distribution, business services, healthcare, and specialty sectors.
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$5M–$150M · Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles-based boutique investment bank specializing in healthcare facility M&A and specialty finance advisory for lower-middle market companies ($5M-$150M), with deep expertise in skilled nursing facility acquisitions and lender finance.
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$500K–$100M · Los Gatos, CA
Northern California business broker specializing in lower-middle-market M&A for distribution, manufacturing, and service businesses with revenues of $500K-$100M.
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$5M–$250M · San Francisco, CA
San Francisco-based independent investment bank founded in 2003, specializing in M&A advisory for cannabis, consumer products, and technology companies. Known for pioneering cannabis investment banking research and sponsoring Ackrell SPAC Partners I.
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$5M–$250M · Riverside, CA (HQ) / Irvine, CA / Las Vegas, NV / Washington, DC
National ESOP and M&A advisory specialist focused on founder-owned businesses seeking sustainable employee ownership transitions, with deep expertise in lower/core middle-market companies ($5M-$100M+).
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$10M–$400M · Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles-based boutique M&A advisory firm specializing in middle-market transactions with deep expertise in media, technology, consumer products, and financial services.
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$50M–$500M · San Francisco, CA
Specialist investment bank focused exclusively on life science M&A, partnerships, and capital raises, with 20+ years of experience advising biotech, medtech, and diagnostics companies.
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$10M–$100M · San Mateo, CA
Silicon Valley-based technology investment bank specializing in M&A and capital raises for profitable software and technology companies with $10-100M in annual revenue.
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$30M–$150M · Los Angeles, CA
Institutional real estate investment manager specializing in $30M-$150M middle-market deals across multifamily, retail, industrial, and mixed-use properties in high-growth Sunbelt markets.
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$50M–$1B · Palo Alto & New York
Boutique M&A and strategic financing advisor specializing in crypto, blockchain, DeFi, and fintech companies, with deep expertise in blockchain protocols, crypto exchanges, and regulated digital asset infrastructure.
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San Francisco, CA
Transaction readiness advisory for technology companies—helping founders, PE sponsors, and CEOs prepare clean, defensible financial data and metrics for debt, equity, and M&A diligence.
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$5M–$500M · El Segundo, CA
Middle market investment bank with $20B+ transaction experience, known for relationship-driven advisory across M&A, capital raising, and special situations—8 M&A Deal of the Year awards in last 9 years.
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$5M–$200M · San Ramon, CA
Middle-market M&A advisory firm specializing in sell-side transactions ($5M-$200M) across manufacturing, environmental services, healthcare, field services, and technology sectors. Known for buyer identification expertise and 20%+ value uplift delivery.
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$1M–$325M · Laguna Hills, CA
Independent M&A advisory and investment banking firm serving entrepreneurs and business owners across manufacturing, healthcare, technology, and distribution sectors.
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$10M–$100M · San Francisco, CA
Boutique investment banking firm specializing in early-stage company advisory, including capital raising, M&A exit guidance, and financial strategy for technology startups and emerging consumer brands.
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$20M–$2B · Menlo Park, CA
Premier independent investment bank specializing in sell-side M&A advisory for software companies ($20M-$2B+), with 188+ deals completed and deep relationships with strategic acquirers and PE firms.
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$10M–$100M · Newport Beach, CA
Operationally focused M&A advisory firm specializing in sell-side transaction advisory, quality of earnings, and financial due diligence for founder-owned middle-market companies ($10M-$100M TEV).
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$5M–$500M · Los Angeles, CA
Leading middle market investment bank specializing in M&A advisory, capital markets, and restructuring for growth companies and financial sponsors across all industries, with market-leading expertise in cryptocurrency, digital assets, and emerging sectors.
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$5M–$75M · Studio City, CA
Boutique capital raising specialist for middle market M&A and corporate financings, providing debt and equity sourcing for acquisitions, recapitalizations, and growth transactions. Acquired by Palm Tree LLC in January 2023.
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$5M–$500M · San Francisco, CA
Boutique M&A advisory firm specializing in technology company transactions for software, Internet, and IT services, with founder bringing $90B+ transaction experience from SBC, EarthLink, and Cometa Networks.
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$10M–$1B · Los Angeles, CA
Transnational boutique investment bank specializing in M&A advisory, capital raises, and corporate finance for middle market companies ($10M-$1B) with international expertise and technical depth.
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$5M–$100M · San Francisco, CA
Boutique sell-side M&A advisor for middle-market companies ($5M-$100M+) in the Western US, founded by respected principals with 30+ years each, known for deep PE relationships and non-traditional buyer sourcing.
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$10M–$500M · Manhattan Beach, CA
Boutique investment banking firm specializing in M&A advisory, recapitalizations, and capital raising for entrepreneur and family-owned companies in the $10M-$500M revenue range, with 30+ years of combined experience.
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$1M–$50M · Santa Monica, CA
California-based M&A advisory and business brokerage firm specializing in the sale of small to medium-sized businesses ($1M-$50M) across 11+ industries, with 24+ advisors, 12,000+ registered buyers, and institutional-quality transaction processes.
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$5M–$500M · Los Angeles, CA
Boutique investment bank specializing in M&A advisory for communications, technology, and digital media companies. 20+ years of transaction expertise with focus on strategic buyer relationships and institutional-quality process execution.
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$5M–$500M · Irvine, CA
Technology-focused independent investment bank specializing in sell-side M&A for software, SaaS, and telecommunications companies, with deep international buyer networks and 50+ years of combined technology M&A expertise.
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$20M–$500M · San Francisco, CA / Boston, MA
Technology-focused M&A advisory and capital raising firm specializing in cybersecurity, governance, risk, and privacy platforms, serving $20M-$500M+ companies with senior partner-led processes and deep buyer networks.
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$20M–$200M · Cupertino, CA
Specialized boutique investment bank combining deep technical expertise (PhDs in materials science, electrical engineering) with 25+ years of M&A advisory experience in semiconductors, MEMS, wireless systems, digital media, life sciences, and advanced materials. Small team (5-7) provides senior-level hands-on advisory for $20M-$200M technology transactions.
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$1M–$250M · Irvine, CA
Full-service investment bank focused on mid-market and emerging companies navigating IPOs, capital raises, M&A advisory, and restructuring. Known for client-focused relationship banking and diverse transaction expertise.
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$5M–$250M · San Francisco, CA
Bay Area boutique investment bank specializing in sell-side and buy-side M&A for manufacturing and business services companies with $5M-$100M enterprise value, known for hands-on senior engagement and comprehensive buyer networks.
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$25M–$150M · San Jose, CA
Boutique Silicon Valley-based M&A, private equity, and ESOP advisory firm specializing in middle-market business owner succession planning and liquidity events with an unbiased, integrated approach to transaction structuring.
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$5M–$500M · Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles-based boutique M&A advisory firm specializing in middle market transactions ($5M-$500M TEV) for founder-owned and emerging companies, with 35+ years of experience and senior banker engagement on every deal.
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$200K–$100M · Campbell, CA
Largest business brokerage in the Western US, specializing in selling lower and middle-market businesses with revenues up to $100M. Operating since 1981 with 7,000+ completed transactions across manufacturing, distribution, retail, restaurants, healthcare, and business services.
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$500K–$25M · Rancho Cucamonga and Redondo Beach, CA
Southern California-based business broker and M&A advisor specializing in small to lower middle market transactions, with deep expertise in manufacturing, healthcare services, and industrial business sales. 100+ deals, 19 years, team of experienced operators.
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$5M–$250M · Newport Beach, CA
Specialized investment banking firm founded in 2001, providing M&A advisory, capital raise, and fairness opinion services to private middle market companies across healthcare, technology, consumer, and industrial sectors.
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$5M–$75M · San Diego, CA
San Diego-based valuation and M&A advisory firm serving emerging growth and founder-owned companies under $75M enterprise value, with deep expertise in technology, healthcare, consumer, and industrial sectors.
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$5M–$250M · Calabasas, CA
Specialized boutique M&A advisor for lower middle market family-owned and founder-led companies, with deep expertise in industrial manufacturing, aerospace/defense, and business services. Known for senior-level advisory, hands-on process management, and multiple value-creation approaches.
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$500K–$100M · Mission Viejo, CA
California's premier M&A advisory firm since 2003, specializing in sell-side transactions for manufacturing, construction, healthcare, and service businesses from $500K to $100M+. Known for rapid closings, comprehensive buyer networks, and hands-on founder-led deal execution.
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$5M–$250M · Newport Beach, CA
Boutique M&A and capital advisory firm serving lower middle-market technology, business services, and consumer companies through institutional-quality processes and founder-centric advisory.
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$10M–$300M · Solana Beach, CA
Middle-market investment bank specializing in sell-side M&A, recapitalizations, and corporate finance for multi-unit branded retail, franchisees, healthcare, and technology companies; 400+ deals, $12B+ transaction value.
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$3M–$50M · Irvine, CA
Investment banking and financial advisory firm founded in 1992, specializing in private placements, M&A, and growth financing for emerging companies with over $230 million in assisted transactions.
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$25M–$500M · Beverly Hills, CA
Independent boutique investment bank specializing in sell-side M&A and financial advisory for lower/core middle market companies ($25M-$250M TEV). Known for senior-level resources on every deal and exhaustive buyer outreach processes.
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$5M–$100M · San Francisco, CA
Specialized investment bank focused exclusively on software and internet M&A since 2001, with deep expertise in data/analytics, marketing technology, and communications technology sectors.
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$5M–$120M · Woodland Hills, CA
Premier investment banking firm serving lower middle market companies ($5M-$120M TEV) with 30+ completed transactions across manufacturing, food & beverage, healthcare services, and business services. FINRA-registered broker-dealer with principals averaging 25+ years of experience.
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$2M–$50M · Los Angeles, CA
Full-service M&A advisory firm and business brokerage specializing in confidential sales of founder-owned businesses valued $2M-$50M across manufacturing, distribution, services, healthcare, and technology sectors in California and Nevada.
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$50M–$500M · Berkeley, CA
Specialized infrastructure project finance and municipal advisory firm focused on water desalination, renewable energy, and public-private partnerships—not traditional M&A for company sales.
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$10M–$100M · Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles-based boutique investment bank (2010-2020) specializing in lower middle market M&A and private capital placements, acquired by American Discovery Capital in 2020.
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$50M–$5B · San Francisco, CA
Boutique investment bank specializing in technology and media M&A advisory, founded by former CBS Interactive and CBS Corporation executives. Completed 90+ transactions including Playtika ($4.4B), Score Media ($2B), and Buddy Media ($689M). Acquired by The Raine Group in 2023.
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$10M–$250M · Los Angeles, CA
Global independent middle-market M&A advisor with 70+ years of experience, 3,500+ transactions, and offices across 16 countries. Specializes in sell-side, buy-side, and capital advisory for businesses in the $10M-$250M range.
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$1M–$100M · Walnut, CA
Los Angeles-based M&A advisory specializing in business exits ($1M-$100M+) and IPO incubation for growth companies, with expertise in e-commerce, cross-border transactions, and operational turnaround.
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$10M–$500M · El Segundo, CA
Full-service M&A advisory and investment banking firm specializing in middle market transactions ($10M-$500M) across manufacturing, aerospace & defense, healthcare, technology, and transportation, combining investment banking execution, deal sourcing/origination, private capital investing, and independent valuation services.
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$1M–$100M · Irvine, CA
Lower middle market M&A advisor with $1M-$100M revenue focus, success-only fee model (no retainers), and deep expertise in healthcare services, manufacturing, and contracting businesses. National footprint with 7 offices across the US.
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$50M–$10B · San Francisco Bay Area, CA
Leading independent technology investment bank specializing in M&A and capital raising for high-growth software, semiconductors, and infrastructure companies.
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$20M–$500M · San Francisco, CA
Boutique investment bank specializing in M&A advisory and capital raising for premium wine, spirits, and beverage alcohol brands, with 20+ years of transaction experience and $4B+ in advisory volume.
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$5M–$250M · Los Angeles, CA
Independent investment banking firm specializing in lower middle market M&A advisory, capital raising, and valuations for companies in 10+ industry sectors, with demonstrated expertise across healthcare, technology, manufacturing, consumer, and business services.
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$500K–$10M · Newport Beach, CA
Southern California M&A advisory and business brokerage specializing in confidential sell-side advisory for manufacturing, distribution, and service-oriented businesses in the $1M-$50M revenue range.
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$50M–$1B · Manhattan Beach, CA
Boutique investment bank specializing in M&A advisory, valuation, and strategic consulting exclusively for wealth and investment management firms, with 25 years of focus, 400+ transactions, and 2,000+ valuations.
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$1M–$50M · Roseville, CA
California-focused M&A advisory firm serving the lower middle market with a pre-exit planning philosophy. 500+ transactions completed, specializing in manufacturing, trades, automotive, and service businesses across California.
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$5M–$100M · Petaluma, CA
California-based M&A advisory and business valuation firm serving $5-100M revenue companies since 2002, with deep expertise in manufacturing, industrial automation, and distribution. Completed 100+ transactions with strong technical industry knowledge.
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$10M–$10B · San Francisco, CA
Global investment banking firm focused exclusively on financial technology, with 400+ transactions and deep expertise advising fintech companies on M&A, capital raises, and strategic partnerships.
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Los Angeles, CA
National litigation support and legal services firm providing comprehensive 'File Thru Trial' solutions including court filing, eFiling, service of process, court reporting, eDiscovery, and investigations. Note: First Legal is NOT an M&A advisory firm.
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$50M–$500M · Los Angeles, CA
Leading independent middle market investment bank (legacy FocalPoint Partners, acquired by B. Riley 2022) specializing in sell-side M&A advisory for $50M-$500M+ businesses with deep expertise in healthcare, technology, industrials, and crypto sectors.
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$10M–$250M · Los Angeles, CA
FINRA-registered broker-dealer platform sponsoring 225+ independent investment bankers for M&A and capital raising transactions. $11B+ in transaction volume across 2,000+ deals since 2001.
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$10M–$200M · Irvine, CA
West Coast middle-market investment bank (founded 1984) specializing in sell-side M&A advisory for manufacturing, software/SaaS, distribution, aerospace, and services companies in the $10M-$200M revenue range.
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$30M–$9.4B · Los Angeles, CA
Boutique Los Angeles investment bank specializing in sell-side M&A and advisory for founder-owned and family-owned middle-market companies, known for hands-on senior banker involvement and client-first culture.
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$10M–$500M · Palo Alto, CA
Silicon Valley-based technology investment bank specializing in M&A advisory and capital raising for mid-market software, cloud, FinTech, and deep technology companies globally, with 300+ completed transactions and strong relationships with Tier-1 PE firms and Fortune 500 acquirers.
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$10M–$250M · San Francisco, CA
Independent sponsor (not an M&A advisor) that invests in lower-middle market consumer, business services, and distribution companies. Provides flexible capital structures and operational partnerships to founder and family-owned businesses seeking partial liquidity or growth capital.
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$50K–$2M · Simi Valley, CA
Specialized healthcare business brokerage founded by clinician-entrepreneur, focusing on home health, hospice, and practice sales with clinical and operational expertise.
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$5M–$100M · Campbell, CA
Silicon Valley-based M&A advisory firm specializing in $5M-$100M transactions across manufacturing, construction, distribution, and business services, with 500+ closed transactions and $5B+ in aggregate deal value.
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$10M–$250M · San Francisco Bay Area, CA
Boutique M&A advisory firm specializing in bootstrapped software and technology companies, known for 'product-first' approach, 83% close rate, and long-term founder relationships dating to 2010.
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$15M–$500M · Los Angeles, CA
Full-service investment bank serving middle market M&A transactions with institutional process quality, strong platform-building capability, and specialized expertise in business services, healthcare, and consumer sectors.
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$5M–$500M · San Francisco, CA
Boutique technology M&A advisory firm specializing in software, semiconductor, and capital equipment transactions with global strategic buyer relationships and founder-partner involvement.
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$10M–$250M · Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles-based middle-market M&A advisor specializing in consumer brands, software, healthcare, industrials, and media. Owned by MUFG; known for human-centric deal approach and sector-specific expertise.
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$10M–$300M · San Francisco, CA
San Francisco-based boutique M&A advisory firm specializing in mid-market technology, healthcare, digital media, and professional services transactions, with 300+ deals and founder-led engagement model.
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$25M–$500M · San Francisco, CA
Full-service investment bank combining capital markets capabilities with focused M&A advisory across technology, healthcare, real estate, business services, and industrial sectors. Acquired by Citizens Financial Group in 2021.
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$10M–$250M · Irvine, CA
Pure-play Aerospace & Defense investment bank with 25+ years of experience, 80+ transactions, and $6B+ in closed value. Specializes in lower middle market sell-side M&A for A&D manufacturers and technology companies.
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$25M–$500M · Long Beach, CA
Specialized aerospace and defense investment bank exclusively focused on M&A advisory for privately held businesses in the $25M-$500M range, with deep expertise across the A&D value chain from precision manufacturing and surface treatment to space propulsion and government services.
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$10M–$250M · Mill Valley, CA
Boutique investment bank founded in 2007, specializing in M&A advisory and private capital raising for technology, media, life sciences, and clean-tech companies with operations through specialized divisions including Inverness Advisors and WestCape Advisors.
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$5M–$100M · Westlake Village, CA
Full-service M&A advisory firm specializing in lower middle-market California businesses with $5M-$100M in revenue. Success-fee based model with 250+ completed transactions across manufacturing, distribution, healthcare, technology, and business services.
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$10M–$100M · Irvine, CA
Boutique investment bank providing M&A advisory and capital raise services to middle-market companies, with 350+ transactions closed and deep expertise across aerospace & defense, building materials, business services, and technology sectors.
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$5M–$100M · Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles-based M&A advisory firm specializing in sell-side transactions for lower-middle market businesses ($5M-$100M revenue), with deep expertise in manufacturing, aerospace/defense, IT services, and professional services. Known for 86% close rate, institutional-quality processes, and pre-sale value maximization.
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Larkspur, CA
Global investment banking and advisory boutique with merchant bank model, combining M&A advisory services with direct private equity investment through BayStar Capital funds.
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$10M–$250M · Menlo Park, CA
Silicon Valley-based M&A advisory firm with 30+ years of experience specializing in technology, software, and IT services transactions, known for principal-only partner involvement and personalized 24/7 engagement management.
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$500K–$10M · Carlsbad, CA
San Diego-based business broker and M&A advisor specializing in professional sell-side advisory for owner-operated and family businesses in the $500K-$10M+ range, with 10+ annual closings and $10M+ transaction volume.
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$1M–$30M · Orange County, CA
Full-service business brokerage and lower middle market M&A advisory firm serving privately held businesses with $1M-$30M in revenue across California, Nevada, and Texas.
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$5M–$100M · Westlake Village, CA
Boutique investment banking firm specializing in middle-market M&A advisory for owner-operated businesses in aerospace, manufacturing, construction, healthcare, and industrial sectors. Founded 1999, experienced in sell-side processes, recapitalizations, and management buyouts.
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$10M–$500M · Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles-based boutique investment bank specializing in financial institutions M&A, bank private placements, and blockchain/fintech advisory. 50+ transactions completed with #1 ranking in West Coast bank equity and debt placements.
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$20M–$500M · San Francisco, CA
San Francisco-based boutique investment bank specializing in TMT and digital infrastructure M&A, with deep expertise in fiber networks, wireless towers, and data center transactions. Acquired by Houlihan Lokey in 2020.
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$5M–$100M · Westlake Village, CA
Los Angeles-based M&A advisory and business brokerage firm specializing in lower middle market manufacturing, distribution, and business services. Founded by Lutz Lehann (CEPA, CM&AP, M&AMI), the firm combines 30+ years of international business experience with hands-on exit planning to help business owners achieve successful exits.
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$10M–$300M · Westlake Village, CA
Middle market investment bank providing M&A advisory and valuation services to founder and family-owned businesses with $15M-$300M in revenues, combining deep valuation expertise with exhaustive buyer outreach.
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$2M–$150M · Newport Beach, CA
Lower-middle market M&A advisory firm founded in 2005, specializing in AEC/engineering, healthcare diagnostics, and logistics sectors with 41+ transactions representing $2B+ in value.
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$10M–$500M · San Francisco, CA / Rye, NY
Full-service investment bank and broker-dealer providing M&A advisory, capital raising, and corporate finance services with FINRA registration and broker-dealer capabilities.
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$10M–$250M · Santa Monica, CA
Boutique investment bank specializing in middle market M&A with deep expertise in consumer products, food & agriculture, business services, and cross-border transactions. Over 400 completed transactions and $25B in deal value since 2006.
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$5M–$200M · Santa Monica, CA
FINRA-registered investment banking platform for independent bankers with $105B+ in transaction history, specializing in business services, IT, digital media, software, and healthcare transactions in the $5M-$200M range.
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$20M–$150M · Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles-based investment bank founded in 1987 specializing in lower middle market M&A with deep expertise in advanced manufacturing, additive manufacturing, aerospace & defense, and healthcare.
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$10M–$250M · San Francisco, CA
Boutique investment bank spun out of Headwaters MB in 2018, focused exclusively on technology and digital economy M&A with 150+ years of combined team experience and nearly 200 transactions completed.
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$10M–$1B · San Francisco, CA
The leading consumer-focused M&A advisory firm with 350+ transactions and $100B+ in deal value, specializing in restaurants, food & beverage, fitness, and beauty & wellness sectors.
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$10M–$250M · San Diego, CA
Specialized middle market investment bank focused exclusively on sell-side M&A advisory for closely-held businesses in Business Services, Consumer, Healthcare, Life Sciences, Manufacturing & Distribution, and Technology sectors.
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$10M–$500M · Los Angeles, CA
Boutique investment bank specializing in M&A advisory, capital raising, and strategic transactions for minority-owned and emerging businesses, technology, cannabis, media, and digital assets companies, founded 2003.
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$5M–$50M · Los Angeles, CA (primary) with offices in Las Vegas, Bangkok, Vancouver BC, Milan
Boutique M&A advisory firm specializing in healthcare (52 verticals) and EMRA sectors. Performance-only model with no retainers, 30-day renewable agreements. $7.5B+ in closed transactions since 1989 as affiliate of American Healthcare Capital.
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$10M–$500M · East Palo Alto, CA
Technology-focused investment bank specializing in middle-market M&A for software, SaaS, and digital media platforms. 20+ year track record with 205+ completed transactions and strong PE relationships.
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$50M–$500M · San Francisco, CA
Mission-driven boutique investment bank specializing in higher education, healthcare, and nonprofit advisory services. Founded 1987 with offices in San Francisco and New York.
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$1M–$100M · Santa Monica, CA
Lower middle market M&A advisory and business brokerage firm specializing in sell-side advisory, buy-side transactions, and strategic M&A across insurance, technology, manufacturing, healthcare, and professional services sectors. Success-fee driven with 50+ annual deal closings.
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$10M–$500M · San Diego, CA
Independent sell-side investment bank serving founder-led and family-owned businesses in the lower middle market ($10M-$500M), with deep expertise in manufacturing, technology, and professional services.
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$10M–$250M · Newport Beach, CA
Relationship-driven investment bank specializing in M&A advisory and capital markets services for emerging growth companies across business services, healthcare, technology, consumer, energy, and industrial sectors.
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$10M–$250M · Sausalito, CA
Boutique advisory and investment banking firm specializing in M&A, capital raising, and strategic partnerships for technology, healthcare IT, media, and cybersecurity companies, with 30+ years of transaction experience.
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$20M–$250M · Mill Valley, CA
Boutique investment bank specializing in corporate debt advisory, equity financing, and select M&A work for middle market companies ($50M-$500M enterprise value) seeking $20M-$250M in capital structuring.
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$100K–$5M · San Rafael, CA
California's largest restaurant brokerage specializing exclusively in the sale, acquisition, and leasing of restaurants, bars, and food service businesses since 1996, with over $1 billion in transactions and 1,700+ deals completed.
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$1M–$50M · Carmichael, California
California-focused lower middle market M&A advisor specializing in $2M-$100M revenue businesses across manufacturing, construction, distribution, and healthcare sectors. Founder-led firm with 73+ completed transactions since 2006, emphasizing California regulatory expertise and confidential sell-side processes.
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$100K–$5M · Simi Valley, CA
Southern California business brokerage firm specializing in Main Street and lower middle market business sales, with deep expertise in manufacturing, distribution, professional services, and retail sectors.
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$5M–$200M · San Diego, CA
Southern California-based M&A advisory firm serving lower middle market business owners ($5M-$200M revenue) with institutional-quality sell-side, buy-side, and capital raising services. 30+ years of founder-operated excellence with a remarkable 97%+ deal close rate.
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$300K–$37M · San Marcos, CA
Southern California-based business brokerage specializing in sell-side M&A for manufacturing, service, distribution, e-commerce, and hi-tech businesses in the $1M-$5M transaction range, with 600+ deals closed and a 90%+ success rate.
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$5M–$250M · Los Angeles, CA
AI-enabled investment bank focused exclusively on software and IT services M&A, with 200+ transactions and $20B+ in completed deals since 2009.
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$500K–$10M · Laguna Hills, CA
A unique MaaS advisory firm and network of intermediaries known for BIZCOMPS®, the authoritative database of 17,655+ Main Street and lower middle market transactions totaling $4.8B+, serving businesses under $10M in enterprise value.
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$50K–$50M · Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Business brokerage firm serving California's Inland Empire, part of the global Sunbelt Network, specializing in Main Street and lower middle market business sales ($50K-$50M) across manufacturing, healthcare, services, and retail sectors.
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$395K–$10M · Alameda, CA
Locally owned office of the world's largest business brokerage network, serving Bay Area business owners from $395K to $10M+ in enterprise value with 40+ years of combined local experience and national buyer reach.
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$2M–$65M · Irvine, CA
FINRA-regulated investment banking and corporate advisory firm specializing in valuations, fairness opinions, capital raises (IPOs, secondaries, SPACs), and M&A advisory for mid-market companies across technology, healthcare, and industrial sectors.
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$15M–$500M · El Segundo, CA
Boutique investment bank specializing in senior banker-led M&A advisory for healthcare services and regional middle-market companies in the $15-$500M range, with 300+ transactions and $50B+ in aggregate deal value.
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$15M–$1B · El Segundo, CA
Specialized investment bank serving Native American Tribes with capital raising, M&A advisory, and strategic restructuring. 30+ years in tribal finance with $17B+ capital raised.
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$10M–$150M · Los Angeles, CA
Boutique global cross-border M&A advisor specializing in Japanese corporate acquisitions of North American and international targets, with 37 years of transaction execution across manufacturing, healthcare, food & beverage, and industrial sectors.
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$10M–$500M · San Francisco, CA
Boutique technology investment bank specializing in M&A advisory, capital raising, and financial advisory services for emerging growth and mid-market technology companies across software, AI/ML, IoT, and digital media sectors.
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$10M–$500M · Los Angeles, CA
Boutique investment bank specializing in music IP securitization, royalty financing, and entertainment asset monetization. Pioneer of Bowie Bonds and institutional-scale IP-backed securities.
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$25M–$250M · Los Angeles, CA
Global independent investment bank specializing in M&A advisory for premium consumer brands and digitally native companies, with 25+ years advising founders, families, and financial sponsors on transactions worth tens of billions.
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$25M–$500M · Pasadena, CA
Boutique middle-market M&A advisory firm specializing in sell-side transactions for entrepreneurs and family business owners, with deep expertise in automotive, parking technology, food & beverage, and software sectors.
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$5M–$250M · Los Angeles, CA (historical); now Providence, RI (Citizens Capital Markets)
Nation's leading boutique M&A advisory firm specialized exclusively in restaurant franchisee and multi-unit operator transactions, now operating as Citizens' Restaurant, Franchise and Multi-Unit Advisory with 500+ transactions and $20B+ transaction value since founding in 2000.
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Over $50M · San Francisco, CA
Boutique technology-focused investment bank specializing in M&A advisory and capital solutions for software, enterprise IT, defense tech, healthtech, fintech, and government technology companies. 198 completed transactions exceeding $125B; 200+ professionals in SF and NYC. Known for senior-led processes, independent advisory model, and deep technology expertise.
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$3M–$15M · El Segundo, CA
Lower middle market private equity firm (independent sponsor) targeting $3-15M EBITDA companies in business services, industrials, and consumer sectors. Founded 2025. NOT an M&A advisor—this firm is a capital provider/buyer.
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$10M–$500M · San Francisco, CA
Boutique technology-focused investment bank specializing in SaaS, Internet, and digital media M&A advisory and capital raising for growth-stage and lower-middle-market companies.
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$5M–$20M · Irvine, CA
Lower middle market M&A advisory firm specializing in $5M-$20M TEV transactions, with 1,150+ completed deals since 2002. Four-principal team with founder-operator perspective, 80%+ success rate, and expertise across construction, manufacturing, healthcare, and business services.
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$10M–$250M · Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles-based global investment banking and investment management firm specializing in lower middle market M&A advisory, restructuring, and capital markets services for manufacturing, healthcare, consumer, and business services companies.
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$5M–$50M · Burlingame, CA
Independent investment bank founded in 1996, serving founder-owned businesses in the $5M-$50M range with senior-level M&A advisory, financial restructuring, and corporate finance services across technology, business services, healthcare, and manufacturing sectors.
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$5M–$500M · San Francisco, CA
Boutique investment bank (1998-2023) specializing in M&A advisory for emerging growth and small to mid-market companies, with particular expertise in technology, software, and digital media transactions.
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$5M–$100M · San Francisco, CA
Boutique advisory firm specializing in M&A, capital, and strategic advisory for growth-stage technology and AI companies ($5M-$100M revenue). Senior-led, data-informed, specialized sector focus.
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$2M–$250M · San Francisco, CA
Boutique sell-side investment bank specializing in founder-led software, AI, and internet company M&A with 200+ completed transactions and deep strategic buyer relationships.
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$10M–$150M · San Francisco, CA
San Francisco-based boutique investment bank focused on emerging growth and lower-middle-market M&A advisory, founded by Anne Vrolyk with 30+ years of predecessor firm history.
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$25M–$5B · San Diego, CA
Independent boutique investment bank specializing in sell-side M&A advisory for middle-market companies, with particular depth in consumer, restaurant, and industrial sectors throughout the Western US.
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$1M–$250M · Beverly Hills, CA
Beverly Hills boutique investment bank specializing in capital raises and M&A for early-to-growth stage venture-backed companies in media tech, gaming, creator economy, and emerging technology.
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Irvine, California
FINRA-registered broker-dealer serving as the capital formation platform for Waveland Energy Partners, conducting private placement offerings for energy sector investments (oil & gas working interests) since 2000. NOT a traditional M&A advisory firm for business owners seeking to sell companies.
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$5M–$75M · Los Angeles, CA
FINRA-registered investment bank (CRD#39914) specializing in IPOs, private placements, and capital raises for microcap healthcare, technology, and emerging growth companies, with 200+ transactions completed since 1999.
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$25M–$250M · Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles-based conflict-free investment bank representing exclusively private business owners in sell-side M&A transactions, known for achieving 30-50% premium valuations through exhaustive buyer outreach and aggressive negotiation without buyer conflicts.
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$10M–$3.4B · Palo Alto, CA
Boutique investment bank specializing in growth company M&A, pre-IPO positioning, and international capital markets access, with particular depth in Asian technology and cross-border transactions.
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$5M–$250M · San Francisco, CA
Boutique investment banking firm founded in 1991, exclusively serving Food, Beverage, and Agriculture companies throughout the supply chain from farm to table, with over 100 transactions completed since inception.
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$30M–$500M · Palo Alto, CA
Global independent investment bank specializing in M&A and financings for emerging growth technology companies in the $30M-$500M enterprise value segment, with deep expertise in software, hardware, semiconductors, health tech, and digital media.
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$3M–$250M · Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles-based international investment bank serving emerging growth and middle-market companies ($3M-$250M TEV) since 1997, with deep expertise in aerospace & defense, manufacturing, healthcare, energy, and technology sectors. FINRA registered with 100+ completed transactions.
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$5M–$100M · Singapore (with San Jose, CA presence)
Boutique investment bank founded in 2008, providing M&A advisory, business valuation, and corporate finance services to early and growth stage companies in healthcare and technology sectors, with cross-border presence in Singapore and the United States.
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$500K–$250M · Irvine, CA
California-based business brokerage and M&A advisory firm serving $500K-$250M revenue businesses across 33 states, specializing in cross-border transactions, capital gains preservation, and technology-driven buyer sourcing.
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$100K–$15M · Laguna Hills, CA
California-based business brokerage serving main street and lower middle market transactions ($100K-$15M), with 93+ completed deals across manufacturing, distribution, business services, restaurants, and route-based businesses.