US M&A advisors for agencies, tech & consultancy businesses

SI Global advises US founders, corporate groups and investors across technology & data, media & marketing and consultancy services. We connect US market knowledge with buyers and investors across Europe and Asia-Pacific.

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M&A advice in the US market

The US is the largest and most active acquisition market for agency, consultancy and technology services businesses. Competition is intense. Buyers and investors expect a precise account of differentiation, revenue quality, management depth, technology, market opportunity and the route to scale.

Our sector focus lets us assess more than historic financial performance. We frame the strategic case and identify counterparties with a clear reason to transact.

What we advise on in the US

Full-service M&A and corporate finance advice for founders and investors across technology & data, media & marketing and consultancy services.

Sell-side M&A

We advise founders and shareholders on valuation, preparation, positioning, buyer engagement, negotiation, due diligence and completion, considering both US and international counterparties.

Preparation for sale & growth advisory

Before launch, we test the investment case, revenue quality, client concentration, management depth, reporting, scalability and the company’s practical response to AI.

Buy-side & acquisition strategy

We advise US and international acquirers on market entry, acquisition strategy, target identification, confidential outreach and execution across the United States and North America.

Private equity & growth investment

We advise founders considering private equity or growth capital, comparing partners, explaining deal structures and negotiating terms that reflect both liquidity and long-term plans.

Selected US and cross-border transactions

  • Betches sold to LadBible: SI Global advised the female-founded New York-based media company on its sale to digital publishing giant, LADBible Group
  • PPHC acquired Pagefield: SI Global advised the US government relations and public affairs group on European growth strategy, market access and buy-side execution.
  • SAMY Alliance acquired Content Lab: SI Global advised on M&A strategy, target identification and market access in North America, supporting the acquisition of the US-based social-first business.
  • Another majority stake sold to SECNewgate: SI Global advised another, an independent PR and Communications agency that aims to revolutionise strategic communications sells 70% of its shares to SEC Newgate, an international strategic communications, advocacy and research group  
  • MAD*Pow sold majority stake to Tech Mahindra: SI Global with Progress Partners were joint advisors to the shareholders of US design consultancy, Mad*Pow on its majority stake sale to Tech Mahindra, a $5B leading provider of digital transformation and consulting services and solutions 
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Frequently asked questions

Which US sectors does SI Global advise?

We focus on technology & data, media & marketing and consultancy services, including digital product, data and AI, martech and AdTech, performance and social marketing, communications and specialist consulting.

Can SI Global advise a European or APAC buyer entering the US?

Yes. We advise international groups on US market entry, acquisition strategy, target identification, outreach and transaction execution.

Does SI Global work with US private equity investors and portfolio companies?

Yes. We advise financial investors and private equity-backed businesses on acquisitions, investments and disposals, as well as advising founders considering private equity.

When should a US business prepare for an M&A process?

Preparation should start before shareholders need to transact. That leaves time to improve reporting, reduce dependencies, strengthen management and substantiate the growth plan.

Cross border track record

In the past five years, we have completed 52 cross-border deals across 22 geographies.

Since 2025, we have delivered more than $600m in closed transaction value. Enterprise values have ranged from $15m to $75m, with seven deals above $30m.

52
Cross-border deals in the past five years
22
Geographies covered
$600m+
Closed transaction value since 2025
7
Deals above $30m (EV range $15m–$75m)

Considering a sale, investment or acquisition?

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Strategy & Investment Partners Consulting Limited, registered office at Gladstone House, 77-79 High Street, Egham, Surrey, United Kingdom, TW20 9HY, Company Number 09051131. Strategy & Investment Partners Consulting Limited (FRN 945861) is an Appointed Representative of Strata Global Ltd (FRN 563834) which is Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. The Principal is registered in  England & Wales, registered office at 7-11 Moorgate, London EC2R 6AF, Company Number 07707508.