Dave Carlson
Co-FounderBefore co-founding SeaRidge Advisory, Dave built and sold his own product business. He brings firsthand owner experience to the decisions around value, buyer fit, and what comes after a sale.
SeaRidge Advisory helps owners of privately held businesses understand value, prepare for a sale, and navigate a confidential transaction. Our specialist brands bring industry-specific knowledge to the financial, operational, and buyer questions that shape a sale.
Before co-founding SeaRidge Advisory, Dave built and sold his own product business. He brings firsthand owner experience to the decisions around value, buyer fit, and what comes after a sale.
Matt helped build and sell a medical manufacturing business as its COO before co-founding SeaRidge Advisory. He brings an operator’s perspective to preparing a company for buyer scrutiny and navigating a transaction.
Industry affects what buyers examine, how a business is valued, and what a transaction requires. Find the specialist advisory team for your industry.
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Explore Our BrandsFinding a buyer is only part of a successful sale. Owners also need clear financials, controlled disclosure, and a way to compare offers beyond headline price.
Explore Our Seller Advisory ProcessUnderstand the financial and operating factors that influence value and preparation.
Present the business clearly and approach relevant buyers through controlled disclosure.
Evaluate proposed terms, coordinate diligence, and work through the steps toward closing.
Start with a conversation about your business and what you want to achieve. If you choose to explore a sale, these are the next steps.
Discuss what you want from a sale, your timing, and your priorities.
Identify the information buyers will need and gaps to address.
Qualify buyer interest before sharing more sensitive information.
Compare offers and work through diligence, negotiations, and closing.
Share your acquisition criteria or review the opportunities currently shown on our listings page.
Whether a sale is near-term or still a possibility, a business valuation can help you assess your options, identify preparation priorities, and decide what comes next.