Welcome to Equity Search Advisors

At Equity Search Advisors, we provide our PE Partners with unique acquisition targets by specializing in executive-led platform acquisitions. We connect top-tier executives with private equity firms to drive successful acquisitions and transformative business growth. Our comprehensive services are designed to maximize shareholder value, strategic alignment, and overall value creation for our clients.

We combine decades of experience in Executive Search, Private Equity, and M&A Transactions. We source the top CEO talent the market has to offer, find unique acquisition targets, work with the CEO Candidate to create their Thesis, and then deliver it to our PE Partners for acquisition.

Welcome to Equity Search Advisors

At Equity Search Advisors, we provide our PE Partners with unique acquisition targets by specializing in executive-led platform acquisitions. We connect top-tier executives with private equity firms to drive successful acquisitions and transformative business growth. Our comprehensive services are designed to maximize shareholder value, strategic alignment, and overall value creation for our clients.

We combine decades of experience in Executive Search, Private Equity, and M&A Transactions. We source the top CEO talent the market has to offer, find unique acquisition targets, work with the CEO Candidate to create their Thesis, and then deliver it to our PE Partners for acquisition.

About Us

Our Mission

Our mission at Equity Search Advisors is to create value by aligning exceptional executive talent with strategic acquisition opportunities. We aim to drive superior performance and sustainable growth for our clients through tailored solutions and rigorous processes, ultimately maximizing shareholder value.

Who We Are

Equity Search Advisors is a premier executive search and advisory firm with a focus on executive-led platform acquisitions. With a team of seasoned professionals and a robust network of industry leaders, we bring unparalleled expertise and strategic insight to every engagement, ensuring the best outcomes for all stakeholders.

Our Value

  • Integrity: We uphold the highest standards of integrity and professionalism in all our interactions

  • Excellence: We strive for excellence in every aspect of our services, delivering outstanding results for our clients.

  • Innovation: We embrace innovative approaches and technologies to enhance our search and advisory processes, continuously maximizing shareholder value

About Us

Our Mission

Our mission at Equity Search Advisors is to create value by aligning exceptional executive talent with strategic acquisition opportunities. We aim to drive superior performance and sustainable growth for our clients through tailored solutions and rigorous processes, ultimately maximizing shareholder value.

Who We Are

Equity Search Advisors is a premier executive search and advisory firm with a focus on executive-led platform acquisitions. With a team of seasoned professionals and a robust network of industry leaders, we bring unparalleled expertise and strategic insight to every engagement, ensuring the best outcomes for all stakeholders.

Our Value

  • Integrity: We uphold the highest standards of integrity and professionalism in all our interactions

  • Excellence: We strive for excellence in every aspect of our services, delivering outstanding results for our clients.

  • Innovation: We embrace innovative approaches and technologies to enhance our search and advisory processes, continuously maximizing shareholder value

Explore Our Services

Executive Search

Our executive search services are designed to identify and recruit top-tier executive talent. We leverage a comprehensive network and rigorous assessment processes to ensure the best fit for your organization's needs, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and maximizing shareholder value.

Talent Strategy

Our talent strategy services help

align your organization's talent management with its business goals. We offer strategic insights and solutions to build a high-performing workforce, essential for driving growth and maximizing shareholder value.

Acquisition Searches

Equity Search Advisors conducts industry-specific platform and add-on acquisition searches. We use rigorous research and proprietary tools to identify and qualify the best prospects for your acquisition strategy, ensuring optimal outcomes and maximizing shareholder value.

Buy-and-Build Strategies

Our buy-and-build strategies help clients achieve growth through strategic acquisitions. We provide comprehensive support, from identifying targets to executing transactions and integrating acquired entities, thereby maximizing value creation and shareholder returns.

Executive-Led Search

We specialize in executive-led search services, connecting private equity firms with executives who can lead platform acquisitions. Our process ensures alignment between the executive's vision and the investment thesis, driving superior performance and maximizing shareholder value.

Investment Thesis Development

Our experts assist in developing and refining investment theses for acquisitions. We provide strategic insights and detailed analyses to support your investment decisions, ensuring they are aligned with the goal of maximizing shareholder value.

Explore Our Services

Executive Search

Our executive search services are designed to identify and recruit top-tier executive talent. We leverage a comprehensive network and rigorous assessment processes to ensure the best fit for your organization's needs, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and maximizing shareholder value.

Talent Strategy

Our talent strategy services help

align your organization's talent management with its business goals. We offer strategic insights and solutions to build a high-performing workforce, essential for driving growth and maximizing shareholder value.

Acquisition Searches

Equity Search Advisors conducts industry-specific platform and add-on acquisition searches. We use rigorous research and proprietary tools to identify and qualify the best prospects for your acquisition strategy, ensuring optimal outcomes and maximizing shareholder value.

Buy-and-Build Strategies

Our buy-and-build strategies help clients achieve growth through strategic acquisitions. We provide comprehensive support, from identifying targets to executing transactions and integrating acquired entities, thereby maximizing value creation and shareholder returns.

Executive-Led Search

We specialize in executive-led search services, connecting private equity firms with executives who can lead platform acquisitions. Our process ensures alignment between the executive's vision and the investment thesis, driving superior performance and maximizing shareholder value.

Investment Thesis Development

Our experts assist in developing and refining investment theses for acquisitions. We provide strategic insights and detailed analyses to support your investment decisions, ensuring they are aligned with the goal of maximizing shareholder value.

CEO/Executive Candidates

Opportunities for Top-Tier Executives

At Equity Search Advisors, we are always on the lookout for exceptional executive talent to lead our platform acquisitions. If you are a seasoned executive looking for your next leadership challenge, we want to hear from you.

Why Partner with Us?

  • Strategic Alignment: We match your expertise and vision with the right acquisition opportunities to drive transformational growth.

  • Supportive Network: Benefit from our extensive network of private equity firms and industry leaders.

  • Maximize Impact: Lead platform acquisitions that align with your strategic vision and drive substantial shareholder value.

Submit your resume and a brief overview of your career achievements to [email protected] Our team will review your submission and reach out to discuss potential opportunities.

CEO/Executive Candidates

Opportunities for Top-Tier Executives

At Equity Search Advisors, we are always on the lookout for exceptional executive talent to lead our platform acquisitions. If you are a seasoned executive looking for your next leadership challenge, we want to hear from you.

Why Partner with Us?

  • Strategic Alignment: We match your expertise and vision with the right acquisition opportunities to drive transformational growth.

  • Supportive Network: Benefit from our extensive network of private equity firms and industry leaders.

  • Maximize Impact: Lead platform acquisitions that align with your strategic vision and drive substantial shareholder value.

Submit your resume and a brief overview of your career achievements to [email protected] Our team will review your submission and reach out to discuss potential opportunities.

Our Process

01

Initial Consultation

We begin with a detailed consultation to understand your organization's needs, goals, and strategic objectives. This foundational step ensures we tailor our services to your specific requirements, with a focus on maximizing shareholder value.

02

Research and Analysis

Our team conducts rigorous research and analysis to identify potential executive candidates and acquisition targets. We use proprietary tools and methodologies to ensure comprehensive and accurate results, aligned with your strategic goals.

03

Candidate Assessment

We perform in-depth assessments of executive candidates, evaluating their fit, readiness, and potential impact. Our process includes interviews, reference checks, and detailed evaluations to ensure the best match for your organization and shareholder interests.

04

Strategic Matching

We match top executive talent with the most suitable acquisition opportunities. Our focus is on ensuring strategic alignment and maximizing value creation for all parties involved, including shareholders.

05

Investment Thesis Development

Our experts work with you to develop and refine investment theses for identified opportunities. We provide detailed analyses and strategic insights to support your decision-making process, ensuring alignment with the goal of maximizing shareholder value.

06

Transaction Support

We offer comprehensive support throughout the transaction process, from initial negotiations to deal closure. Our team ensures a smooth and successful acquisition experience, contributing to long-term value creation for shareholders.

07

Post-Acquisition Integration

Our services extend beyond transaction completion. We assist with post-acquisition integration to ensure seamless transitions and long-term success for acquired entities, ultimately enhancing shareholder value.

Our Process

01

Initial Consultation

We begin with a detailed consultation to understand your organization's needs, goals, and strategic objectives. This foundational step ensures we tailor our services to your specific requirements, with a focus on maximizing shareholder value.

02

Research and Analysis

Our team conducts rigorous research and analysis to identify potential executive candidates and acquisition targets. We use proprietary tools and methodologies to ensure comprehensive and accurate results, aligned with your strategic goals.

03

Candidate Assessment

We perform in-depth assessments of executive candidates, evaluating their fit, readiness, and potential impact. Our process includes interviews, reference checks, and detailed evaluations to ensure the best match for your organization and shareholder interests.

04

Strategic Matching

We match top executive talent with the most suitable acquisition opportunities. Our focus is on ensuring strategic alignment and maximizing value creation for all parties involved, including shareholders.

05

Investment Thesis Development

Our experts work with you to develop and refine investment theses for identified opportunities. We provide detailed analyses and strategic insights to support your decision-making process, ensuring alignment with the goal of maximizing shareholder value.

06

Transaction Support

We offer comprehensive support throughout the transaction process, from initial negotiations to deal closure. Our team ensures a smooth and successful acquisition experience, contributing to long-term value creation for shareholders.

07

Post-Acquisition Integration

Our services extend beyond transaction completion. We assist with post-acquisition integration to ensure seamless transitions and long-term success for acquired entities, ultimately enhancing shareholder value.

Successful Executive-Led Acquisitions

Transforming a Manufacturing Firm

We connected a seasoned executive with a private equity firm to acquire a mid-sized manufacturing company. The executive's strategic vision and operational expertise drove significant improvements in efficiency and profitability, resulting in a successful transformation and substantial value creation, ultimately maximizing shareholder value.

Expanding a Healthcare Network

Our team facilitated the acquisition of a regional healthcare network by a private equity firm, led by an experienced healthcare executive. The acquisition strategy focused on expanding service offerings and improving patient care, leading to enhanced market position, financial performance, and maximizing shareholder value.

Successful Executive-Led Acquisitions

Transforming a Manufacturing Firm

We connected a seasoned executive with a private equity firm to acquire a mid-sized manufacturing company. The executive's strategic vision and operational expertise drove significant improvements in efficiency and profitability, resulting in a successful transformation and substantial value creation, ultimately maximizing shareholder value.

Expanding a Healthcare Network

Our team facilitated the acquisition of a regional healthcare network by a private equity firm, led by an experienced healthcare executive. The acquisition strategy focused on expanding service offerings and improving patient care, leading to enhanced market position, financial performance, and maximizing shareholder value.

What Our Clients Say

"
Equity Search Advisors exceeded my expectations in every way. Their expertise and strategic approach were instrumental in finding the right acquisition target.
"

Kevin McColgan - CEO/President/COO ... Long-term C-Level career associated with Private Equity firm Trivest Partners, LP

"
The team at Equity Search Advisors provided exceptional support throughout the acquisition process. Their insights and comprehensive services were an essential part of our success.

"

Harold Greene, Managing Director
of Green & Associates - Mid
Market M&A Intermediary


I’ve worked with a lot of headhunters; Jim and his team at ESA are definitely among the best.

John Simmons, BOD - Kforce NASDAQ: KFRC, former CEO Lifestyle Family Fitness

I felt like Jim & ESA’s process, exhaustive search efforts, and ultimately recommended hire were world-class.

David Gonzalez, CEO, Caliber Advisors, LLC. Investment Banker, CEO, CRO turnaround and workout professional

What Our Clients Say

"
Equity Search Advisors exceeded my expectations in every way. Their expertise and strategic approach were instrumental in finding the right acquisition target.
"

Kevin McColgan - CEO/President/COO ... Long-term C-Level career associated with Private Equity firm Trivest Partners, LP

"
The team at Equity Search Advisors provided exceptional support throughout the acquisition process. Their insights and comprehensive services were an essential part of our success.

"

Harold Greene, Managing Director
of Green & Associates - Mid
Market M&A Intermediary


I’ve worked with a lot of headhunters; Jim and his team at ESA are definitely among the best.

John Simmons, BOD - Kforce NASDAQ: KFRC, former CEO Lifestyle Family Fitness

I felt like Jim & ESA’s process, exhaustive search efforts, and ultimately recommended hire were world-class.

David Gonzalez, CEO, Caliber Advisors, LLC. Investment Banker, CEO, CRO turnaround and workout professional

Insights and Updates

The Future of Executive-Led Acquisitions

Discover the latest trends and insights in executive-led acquisitions. Our experts share their perspectives on how this innovative model is transforming the industry and maximizing shareholder value.

Maximizing Value in Acquisitions

Maximizing value in acquisitions involves strategically identifying and pursuing target companies that align with the acquirer's long-term goals and offer significant synergies. Key to this process is conducting thorough due diligence to accurately assess the target's financial health, market position, and potential risks, while also developing a clear integration plan to realize projected synergies and cost savings. Successful value maximization requires a disciplined approach to valuation, negotiation, and post-merger integration, ensuring that the acquisition price does not exceed the potential benefits and that the combined entity can quickly capitalize on new opportunities and efficiencies.

Insights and Updates

The Future of Executive-Led Acquisitions

Discover the latest trends and insights in executive-led acquisitions. Our experts share their perspectives on how this innovative model is transforming the industry and maximizing shareholder value.

Maximizing Value in Acquisitions

Maximizing value in acquisitions involves strategically identifying and pursuing target companies that align with the acquirer's long-term goals and offer significant synergies. Key to this process is conducting thorough due diligence to accurately assess the target's financial health, market position, and potential risks, while also developing a clear integration plan to realize projected synergies and cost savings. Successful value maximization requires a disciplined approach to valuation, negotiation, and post-merger integration, ensuring that the acquisition price does not exceed the potential benefits and that the combined entity can quickly capitalize on new opportunities and efficiencies.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an executive-led acquisition?

An executive-led acquisition involves connecting executive talent with private equity firms to drive platform acquisitions. This model combines the executive's vision and expertise with the financial backing of the private equity firm to create value and maximize shareholder returns.

How does Equity Search Advisors identify acquisition targets?

We use rigorous research and proprietary tools to identify and qualify potential acquisition targets. Our process ensures a comprehensive and accurate assessment of prospects, aligned with the goal of maximizing shareholder value

What industries does Equity Search Advisors serve?

We serve a wide range of industries, including healthcare, manufacturing, technology, and more. Our diverse expertise allows us to provide tailored solutions for various sectors, ensuring the maximization of shareholder value.

How can I get started with Equity Search Advisors?

Contact us today for an initial consultation. Our team will work with you to understand your needs and develop a customized plan to achieve your strategic goals, with a focus on maximizing shareholder value.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an executive-led acquisition?

An executive-led acquisition involves connecting executive talent with private equity firms to drive platform acquisitions. This model combines the executive's vision and expertise with the financial backing of the private equity firm to create value and maximize shareholder returns.

How does Equity Search Advisors identify acquisition targets?

We use rigorous research and proprietary tools to identify and qualify potential acquisition targets. Our process ensures a comprehensive and accurate assessment of prospects, aligned with the goal of maximizing shareholder value

What industries does Equity Search Advisors serve?

We serve a wide range of industries, including healthcare, manufacturing, technology, and more. Our diverse expertise allows us to provide tailored solutions for various sectors, ensuring the maximization of shareholder value.

How can I get started with Equity Search Advisors?

Contact us today for an initial consultation. Our team will work with you to understand your needs and develop a customized plan to achieve your strategic goals, with a focus on maximizing shareholder value.

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(904) 822-0873

8539 Gate Pkwy W.,, Ste #416, Jacksonville, Florida, United State.

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