Middle Market Investment Banking

Buy-Side | Sell-Side | Strategic Advisory Services

Copper Run offers trusted merger and acquisition advisory services to private equity firms, sponsor-backed companies, and middle market businesses. Our specialization lies in middle market transactions, offering comprehensive buy-side and sell-side M&A advisory services for deals ranging from $10M to $250M.

“Copper Run exceeded our expectations both from a deal flow and an organizational standpoint. We look forward to working with Copper Run again in the future!”

Steve Linden

Partner Rockbridge Growth Equity

“Copper Run was a valuable resource that provided guidance and hands-on support every step of the way through Olympic Steel’s second largest acquisition in company history. Copper Run has been a great partner to Olympic Steel as we continue our growth strategy in the manufacturing industry.”

Zach Siegal

President – Manufactured Metal Products Olympic Steel, Inc.

“The Riverside team greatly appreciates all the hard work and dedication of the Copper Run team. Copper Run has been an instrumental partner to Riverside in creating and growing our CertaSite platform. Copper Run is continuing to help execute our add-on strategy, and we look forward to continuing our growth with their team.

Alan Peyrat

Senior Partner The Riverside Company

M&A Services

Copper Run’s M&A services are tailored to empower your business. With years of industry experience and forward-thinking minds, our team is proud to support both buy-side and sell-side processes, along with strategy consulting to navigate the entire M&A process.

BUY-SIDE

Private equity firms, strategic investors, and other institutional investors looking to purchase another company.

SELL-SIDE

We help owners realize the value from their lifetime of work while also choosing from buyers who will protect – and grow – their legacies.

STRATEGIC ADVISORY

Providing actionable advice on firm valuation, industry positioning, and strategic alternatives for business owners, boards, and investors.

Wall Street Execution, Midwestern Values

Our team is committed to delivering the precision of Wall Street with the integrity of Midwestern values. Learn how our approach supports successful M&A transactions.

Industries We Serve

Copper Run has extensive experience across multiple industries, including automotive aftermarket services, building products, consumer, facility services, fire protection, healthcare, industrials, manufacturing, natural resources, SaaS, and technology. Our team of knowledgeable advisors can provide unbiased advice to get you the best value for your business, whether buying or selling.

Trusted M&A Professionals

With more than 20 deal professionals and a national footprint, Copper Run is known for its exceptional buy-side process and tenacious sell-side dealmaking.

Testimonials

“The Riverside team greatly appreciates all the hard work and dedication of the Copper Run team. Copper Run has been an instrumental partner to Riverside in creating and growing our CertaSite platform. Copper Run is continuing to help execute our add-on strategy, and we look forward to continuing our growth with their team.

Alan Peyrat

Senior Partner The Riverside Company

We are excited that Fairwood Brands is now a part of the Crane family of companies. Copper Run originated the deal, and assisted in guiding us through the process successfully. Copper Run has been a true partner to Crane for many years and we look forward to continuing our relationship.”

Andy Hackett

President Crane Group

“Copper Run has been a terrific advisor to True North. They identified prospective acquisition candidates that fit our thesis, and ultimately, kick-started our partnership with Huyser.”

Nick Whitehurst

President True North Asphalt

“Adding Danver to Valentine Companies is a great fit. Copper Run worked hard to identify great acquisition targets, and ultimately found Danver. They were a great partner from start to finish, and we look forward to continuing to work together. ”

Max Valentine

CEO Valentine Companies

“Palmer-Donavin made a strategic decision to be much more proactive and intentional in our M&A efforts. We engaged with Copper Run for buy-side advisory services to initially figure out what we really wanted and where to focus. Once that strategy became clearer, Copper Run helped us successfully negotiate a deal that fulfilled our vision.”

Robyn Pollina

CEO Palmer-Donavin

“We hired Copper Run to find Irish Roofing the ideal partner and they delivered a great outcome for us. … The responsiveness and tenacity of Copper Run was tremendous! We couldn’t be happier with our decision to hire Copper Run and would recommend their services to anyone who asks.”

Larry Sidebotham & Ju Yang

Co-Owners Irish Roofing

“We are excited to welcome the Metal-Fab team to Olympic Steel. … Copper Run was a valuable resource that provided guidance and hands-on support every step of the way through Olympic Steel’s second largest acquisition in company history. Copper Run has been a valuable partner to Olympic Steel as we continue our growth strategy by acquiring … in the manufacturing industry.”

Zach Siegal

VP Strategic Development Olympic Steel, Inc.

“Copper Run exceeded our expectations both from a deal flow and an organizational standpoint. We look forward to working with Copper Run again in the future!”

Steve Linden

Partner Rockbridge Growth Equity

“Special thanks to the Copper Run team for all their hard work in helping us put this platform together. We’re excited to work with Copper Run to continue to source and build this company over time.”

Rich Harrison

CEO CollisionRight

“Copper Run did a great job representing R&D Coatings. … Copper Run’s counsel, guidance, advice, and hard work were invaluable and key to completing this transaction. Know that we will certainly be an advocate of Copper Run when given the chance.”

Buster Weinzerl

President R&D Coatings

“Thanks go to the Copper Run team for creating and managing our pipeline of targets and ultimately making this introduction. Without them, we might have missed this opportunity.”

Keith Stinson

President C.F. Stinson, LLC

“We appreciate the dedication and guidance provided by Copper Run throughout the entire transaction process. Copper Run did exactly what they said they’d do, resulting in a highly successful transaction for me and the other owners. At the end of the day, it’s the results that matter, and Copper Run certainly delivered!”

Bob Kittle

President and Co-Owner Munetrix

Contact Us

For comprehensive M&A advisory services and expert guidance, Copper Run can help you navigate your transactions with confidence and expertise.

614-888-1786  •  info@copperruncap.com

1201 Dublin Road, Third Floor  •  Columbus, OH 43215