The Spring 2026 M&A Source Conference brought together many of the leading lower middle market M&A professionals from across North America for several days of education, networking, and dealmaking in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Held twice each year, the conference serves as one of the premier events for M&A advisors, investment bankers, private equity professionals, lenders, attorneys, […]
What I Learned at the 2026 IBBA Annual Conference and Why It Matters for Manufacturing Business Owners
Each year, the International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) hosts its Annual Conference, bringing together many of the most experienced business brokers, M&A advisors, investment bankers, valuation professionals, and transaction specialists from across North America and globally. I recently returned from the 2026 IBBA Annual Conference in Minneapolis, Minnesota, where I participated in several days of […]
What the M&A Source Executive Club Award Says About Who You Trust to Sell Your Business
In the field of mergers and acquisitions, credentials matter, but real-world results matter more. Every deal closed represents more than just a transfer of ownership. It’s the outcome of months of preparation, negotiation, and trust placed in the hands of an advisor. That’s why recognition from a professional association like M&A Source is so meaningful […]
Back-to-Back Wins: What the IBBA Platinum Award Really Means
Measurable success is rare in the field of business brokerage, and public recognition is even rarer. That’s why the IBBA Platinum Chairman’s Circle Award stands out as one of the industry’s most meaningful benchmarks. Reserved for brokers who close qualified business transactions totaling $10 million or more in a single calendar year, the award reflects […]




