About Us
Who We Are
Founder's Story
Before I became an M&A advisor, I was a business owner, just like the clients I serve today. I’ve built, operated, and sold manufacturing and industrial companies of my own. I understand what it’s like to make tough decisions, manage people, juggle daily operations, and wonder what your business is really worth, or what your next chapter might look like.
Those experiences gave me a seat at both sides of the deal table. I led acquisitions, negotiated sales, and ultimately achieved my own successful exit learning firsthand what drives value, what buyers truly look for, what most sellers overlook, and ultimately where other M&A advisors fell short.
That journey inspired me to found Summit Capital Advisors (formerly NEO Business Advisors) where I now guide other owners of manufacturing, industrial, and B2B service companies through the same process by helping them prepare, position, and sell their companies for maximum value.
It also inspired me to write American-Made Millions: How to Unlock the True Value of Your Manufacturing Business Before Selling. This book pulls back the curtain on the business selling process with real-world case studies, proven valuation strategies, and lessons learned from dozens of successful transactions. Whether you’re still years away from an exit or starting to think seriously about it now, this is the blueprint I wish I had when I was in your shoes.
- Nick Fares, President and Founder
How We Can Help
Our Services
Summit Capital Advisors specializes in providing industry leading M&A advisory services to lower-middle market manufacturing, industrial, distribution, and B2B service businesses throughout the Great Lakes and Midwest regions with $1M to $100M in revenue.
Exit on Your Terms
Sell a Business
We help business owners prepare, market, and sell their companies with confidence. From initial consultation to closing, we manage the entire process ensuring confidentiality, buyer alignment, and maximum value.
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Sell Confidently
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Maximize Value
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Exit on Your Terms
Understand Your Value
Business Valuation
Knowing your company’s worth is critical whether you're planning to sell, considering succession, or just want clarity. Our valuations are based on real market data, tailored to your industry, and designed to help you make informed decisions.
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Quantitative Analysis
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Qualitative Analysis
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The Value Blueprint
Buy with Confidence
Buy a Business
We assist qualified buyers in sourcing and acquiring profitable businesses that align with their strategic goals. From initial deal sourcing to due diligence, we help you invest in strategic acquisitions with clarity and confidence.
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Capitalize on Market Opportunities
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Minimize Investment Risks
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Realize Growth Potential
We Hold Ourselves to High Standards
Core Principles
At Summit Capital Advisors, everything we do is guided by a clear sense of purpose and principle. Our mission defines why we exist, our vision shapes where we’re going, and our values reflect how we serve the business owners who trust us with their life’s work. Together, they form the foundation of our firm driving the results, relationships, and reputation that make Summit Capital Advisors a trusted name in manufacturing M&A advisory.
Our mission is to help business owners unlock the true value of what they’ve built and achieve confident, rewarding exits. We combine real-world manufacturing experience with sophisticated M&A strategy, guiding owners through every stage of the sale with integrity, precision, and transparency. Our goal is to simplify complex transactions, maximize value, and protect our clients’ legacy. Every engagement is personal because we believe owners deserve a partner who understands their business, their goals, and what their life’s work truly represents.
Our vision is to be the most trusted and respected M&A advisory firm for privately held manufacturing and industrial companies across the Great Lakes and Midwest. We strive to set the standard for professionalism, transparency, and results in lower-middle market transactions. By combining deep industry expertise with a disciplined, owner-first approach, we aim to make every business sale a structured, strategic, and successful experience. Our vision is to empower owners with the clarity and confidence to achieve outcomes that reflect the true worth of what they’ve built.
Our values define who we are and how we operate. Integrity guides every decision as we act with honesty and accountability. Our owner-first mindset ensures we always put clients’ goals above all else. We pursue excellence through execution, handling every detail with care and precision. Our expertise is built on real-world experience in manufacturing and M&A. And we prioritize long-term relationships, earning trust that lasts far beyond closing day. Together, these values shape our culture and drive the exceptional results Summit Capital Advisors is known for.
Meat Our Team
Advisors
Summit Capital Advisors is built on the belief that owners deserve advisors who understand both the financial and operational realities of their businesses. Our team reflects that standard, with deep expertise in manufacturing, industrial services, and lower-middle market transactions.
Nick Fares is the Founder and President of Summit Capital Advisors, bringing more than a decade of hands-on M&A, operational leadership, and entrepreneurial experience to manufacturing and industrial business owners across the Great Lakes and Midwest. His background combines real-world ownership with deep transactional expertise, giving him the perspective of someone who has operated, acquired, and sold businesses.
Before launching Summit (formerly NEO Business Advisors), Nick served as a Managing Partner in a portfolio of manufacturing companies where he led a growth through acquisition strategy. He evaluated more than 80 potential targets and played a direct role in the startup, acquisition, turnaround, and sale of 12 companies across multiple industrial and technical sectors.
Since founding Summit, Nick has served as principal advisor in more than 30 transactions totaling over $100 million in enterprise value. He holds the CBI, CM&AP, and M&AMI credentials and is an active member of the IBBA, M&A Source, OBBA, and NOBBA, where he also serves on the Board of Directors. He is recognized for his ability to simplify complex transactions and deliver owner-focused results.
Professional Association Memberships
Industry Affiliations
Summit Capital Advisors and its Principal Advisor Nick Fares maintain membership with the industry leading associations for certifications, networking, education, and resources for the business brokerage and M&A advisory industries.
Focused on Your Industry
Industries We Serve
Summit Capital Advisors specializes in providing industry leading M&A advisory services to lower-middle market manufacturing, industrial, distribution, and B2B service businesses throughout the Great Lakes and Midwest regions with $1M to $100M in revenue.
Let's Connect
We’re Here to Help
At Summit Capital Advisors, we look forward to speaking with you about your business goals. Whether you’re a business owner planning an exit or a buyer pursuing new opportunities, contact us to start a confidential conversation.