A Major M&A Move in the Business Valuation Industry
In a significant development for the business valuation industry, Amplēo, a leading provider of fractional executive services, has announced the acquisition of Peak Business Valuation, a premier valuation and advisory firm. This strategic move solidifies Amplēo’s commitment to equipping businesses with comprehensive financial expertise, especially in the areas of growth strategy, M&A transactions, and succession planning.
With over 90 SBA lender partnerships, Peak Business Valuation has built a strong reputation for accurate and reliable business valuations, particularly for small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) navigating complex financial decisions. The acquisition allows Amplēo to integrate valuation services with its existing fractional CFO, CMO, and HR leadership offerings, creating a one-stop resource for business owners and stakeholders.
Why This Acquisition Matters for the Business Valuation Industry
The merger of Peak Business Valuation into Amplēo is a noteworthy event in the industry for several reasons:
Expanding Valuation Services Across Key Business Areas
Peak Business Valuation specializes in a wide range of valuation and financial advisory services, including:
- SBA-compliant business valuations
- Gift and estate tax valuations
- Litigation-related valuations
- ESOP valuations
- Transaction advisory valuations
- Machinery and equipment appraisals
- Quality of earnings reports
With this acquisition, Amplēo strengthens its ability to support businesses in M&A, financing, succession planning, and litigation matters.
Bridging Valuation and Executive Leadership
The integration of Peak’s valuation services with Amplēo’s fractional executive solutions creates a unique service model that allows business owners to not only understand their company’s value but also develop strategic financial roadmaps for future growth.
“By integrating Peak Business Valuation’s exceptional skill set into the Amplēo brand, we strengthen our ability to guide businesses at critical growth junctures,” said Lincoln Howell, CEO of Amplēo.
- A Rising Trend: Business Valuation in Fractional Services
This acquisition highlights the growing trend of integrating business valuation with broader advisory services, particularly in the fractional executive space. As more companies seek cost-effective, high-level expertise, having access to valuation insights alongside financial leadership will become increasingly valuable for business owners, investors, and legal advisors.
- Strengthening Resources for SBA Lenders and Business Transactions
The merger also enhances resources for SBA lenders and financial institutions, which rely on accurate business valuations for underwriting loans and assessing transaction viability. By joining forces with Amplēo, Peak Business Valuation expands its influence in the lending and M&A markets.
What’s Next?
Going forward, Peak Business Valuation will operate under the Amplēo brand, providing seamless valuation and advisory services to clients. This move underscores Amplēo’s commitment to becoming a comprehensive strategic partner for businesses in need of financial insights, operational efficiency, and executive leadership.
“Uniting with Amplēo empowers us to extend our reach and provide greater value to our clients,” said Ryan Hutchins, Managing Partner of Peak Business Valuation. “Our valuation services, blended with Amplēo’s comprehensive executive offerings, create a powerful resource for businesses to maximize their potential.”
A Signal for More M&A in the Valuation Space?
The acquisition of Peak Business Valuation by Amplēo is part of a larger trend in the professional services industry, where valuation firms are increasingly becoming targets for M&A activity. The move aligns with the broader industry shift toward integrating valuation with advisory services, allowing firms to offer holistic solutions to clients.
For valuation professionals and firm owners, this acquisition is a reminder of the evolving landscape—one where technology, strategic partnerships, and financial expertise are shaping the future of valuation services.
