The St. Louis branch aims to provide localized advisory services for owners of privately held and family-owned businesses. Elliott, who previously worked at the firm’s Charlotte headquarters, is returning to his Midwestern roots to lead the expansion. His experience spans corporate divestitures and go-to-market strategies, including a notable software company sale in 2023. This background allows him to guide local entrepreneurs through the complexities of valuations, exit planning, and the broader transaction process.
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Viking Mergers & Acquisitions Enters Midwest with St. Louis Office
Viking Mergers & Acquisitions has officially entered the Midwest, opening a new office in St. Louis, Missouri. The expansion marks the firm's 20th location nationwide and is helmed by Managing Partner Michael Elliott, who brings a background in private equity and corporate operations to the regional business community.
Company President Jay Offerdahl noted that the selection of Elliott for this role reflects the firm’s strategy of pairing regional insight with national transactional experience. Viking currently focuses on supporting businesses with annual revenues between $2 million and $250 million. The firm, which has facilitated over 950 business sales in its 30-year history, maintains a closing rate of 85% and typically secures 96% of the asking price for its clients.
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