Boutique Sell-Side M&A Advisory Firm

Sell Smart.
Exit Confidently.

At Kavanagh Consulting, we specialize in helping business owners prepare for and execute successful exits. Our boutique firm delivers discreet, high-impact sell-side advisory to maximize value, reduce risk, and guide you through every step of the transaction.

We work with business owners across the following sectors:

Healthcare • Retail & Consumer • Industrial

40+

Years of Expertise

Decades of experience in M&A advisory services.

$50B

in Transactions

Proven success across a wide range of deals.

$2.5B

in Recent Deals

$2.5 billion closed in the last three years alone.

What we do

Strategic Sell-Side M&A Advisory

Kavanagh Consulting works exclusively with business owners preparing to sell. We deliver tailored strategies, confidential buyer outreach, and full transaction support—ensuring every detail is handled with precision and discretion.

Our Expertise Includes:

Why Owners Choose Kavanagh

Trusted. Experienced. Results-Driven.

Deep Transaction Expertise

Over 40 years of experience in investment banking, M&A, and strategic advisory services across multiple sectors.

Owner-Aligned Strategy

We represent sellers only—providing conflict-free advice focused entirely on maximizing your outcome.

Boutique-Level Attention

Every engagement is led by senior advisors who remain actively involved from initial conversation through closing.

Client Success Stories

What Our Clients Say

Hear from business owners who have achieved
exceptional results working with our M&A advisory team

Anne Kavanagh

Founder & Managing Director

Meet Our Founder

With over 20 years of experience in investment banking at a leading Wall Street firm—and two decades of hands-on M&A advisory—Anne Kavanagh has guided hundreds of business owners through successful transitions, helping them unlock the full value of their life’s work.

Anne founded Kavanagh Consulting with a clear mission: to provide personalized, strategic guidance to owners preparing to sell, merge, or transition their businesses. Her deep financial expertise and insight into multiple markets have made her a trusted advisor across a wide range of industries.

Before launching Kavanagh Consulting, Anne held senior leadership roles at top-tier investment firms, where she facilitated more than $500 million in completed transactions.

Ready to Explore Your Options?

Whether you’re looking to sell your business now or planning for the future, our team is here to help you navigate the process and maximize your company’s value.

Value Your Business

Work with our experts to understand your company’s true market value potential.

Schedule a Consultation

Speak with one of our advisors to discuss your specific situation and goals.