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American-Made Millions: How to Unlock the True Value of Your Manufacturing Business Before Selling
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Nick Fares’ Book “American-Made Millions” is Now an Amazon Best Seller

May 23, 2025 Nick Fares Comments Off on Nick Fares’ Book “American-Made Millions” is Now an Amazon Best Seller

Nick Fares, seasoned Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) advisor, entrepreneur, and founder of Summit Capital Advisors, formerly known as NEO Business Advisors, is proud to announce the launch of his new book, American-Made Millions: How to Unlock the True Value of Your Manufacturing Business Before Selling which has quickly become an Amazon Best Seller in multiple […]

The ESG Impact on M&A in Manufacturing
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The ESG Impact on M&A in Manufacturing

May 16, 2025 Nick Fares Comments Off on The ESG Impact on M&A in Manufacturing

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors are reshaping the landscape of mergers and acquisitions, especially in the Mainstreet and Lower Middle Market (LMM) manufacturing sector, as regulatory standards tighten and stakeholder expectations rise.  ESG is no longer just a concern for large corporations; it’s now a key differentiator in deals ranging from $1M to $50M […]

How to Maximize Your Business Value Before a Sale
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How to Maximize Your Business Value Before a Sale

February 28, 2025 Nick Fares Comments Off on How to Maximize Your Business Value Before a Sale

The best way to maximize your business value before selling is to understand your business’ actual worth. This advice might sound like common sense, but you would be surprised by how many owners fail to do so. An organization can only improve a business’ value based on what they actually know.  As with other transactions, […]

Is Now the Right Time to Sell or Buy - How COVID-19 has Changed the Market
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Is Now the Right Time to Sell or Buy? — How COVID-19 has Changed the Market

June 2, 2020 Nick Fares Comments Off on Is Now the Right Time to Sell or Buy? — How COVID-19 has Changed the Market

The global economy has taken a massive hit from the COVID-19 pandemic. Many businesses have been forced to shut down as the government places strict restrictions to curb the pandemic. Many small business owners are contemplating selling out to cut their losses, while the optimistic entrepreneur is wondering whether the situation is conducive for buying.So, […]

What is a Business Broker
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What is a Business Broker?

November 8, 2019 Nick Fares Comments Off on What is a Business Broker?

I get asked this question often, so I think it is worth putting together some industry information as a reference point for business owners whether they are thinking about selling a small business or buying a small business. According to the International Business Broker Association (IBBA), a business broker is “a professional intermediary dedicated to […]

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