#1
sell-side advisor to private equity globally
225+
transactions worldwide
36%
increase in buy-side transactions over prior year
57%
M&A transactions with strategic acquirer outcomes
18%
increase in capital advisory assignments over prior year
#1
provider of valuation services to mid-market lenders
Meet our Senior Team
I am a rigorous advocate for my clients with a hands-on, communicative approach, focused on delivering intense advocacy and outlier results.
Sean Bennis
Managing Director & Global Head of Industrials
Chicago
I am enthusiastic about creating sustainable growth and the highest value for our clients and strive to leave a positive footprint beyond any successful M&A transaction.
Friedrich Bieselt
Managing Director & Head of Business Services, Europe
Frankfurt
I enjoy leading clients and realizing their objectives, while structuring solutions to issues that are both intriguing and challenging.
Øyvind Bjordal
Managing Director & Head of Switzerland
Zurich
2019 Record Results
The more than 500 global professionals of Lincoln International are pleased to share with you the results of a very successful 2019. Click here to view our 2019 highlights. To… Read More
Tom Cunningham
Tom provides mergers and acquisition (M&A) advisory services to clients across a range of transactions including acquisitions, capital raises and disposals within the consumer market. He has executed both sell-side… Read More
Matthew Merkel
Matt provides mergers and acquisitions (M&A) advisory services to companies across the consumer spectrum. He has both buy-side and sell-side expertise and has worked closely with publicly traded, private equity-backed… Read More
Frontenac has refinanced Schlotterbeck & Foss
Client: Frontenac Client Location: United States Target: Schlotterbeck & Foss Target Location: United States Target Description: Schlotterbeck & Foss is a manufacturer of high quality, clean label sauces, dressings, salsas… Read More
2019 Year-End Results
On behalf of our over 570 global Lincoln International colleagues, thank you to our clients for helping us achieve a record year for our firm in 2019 – in revenues, completed transactions,… Read More
Focusrite plc has announced the acquisition of Martin Audio (Optimal Audio Group Limited) from Lloyds Development Capital (LDC)
Lincoln acted as the exclusive financial advisor to Focusrite, working closely with management and the board to provide advisory and industry expertise. Martin Audio designs, manufactures and distributes premium professional… Read More
Pitchbook | Q&A: Identifying the Non-Cyclical Sectors Most Resistant to a Potential Recession
Original post from Pitchbook on December 5, 2019 here. … Read More
Lincoln International Releases Proprietary Q3 2019 Middle Market Index
Lincoln International reports slowing middle market growth at 1.4% in Q3 2019, as bifurcation in performance amongst industries unfolds Even as the stock market continues a relentless 10-year bull run,… Read More
Sun Capital Partners Affiliate has acquired National Tree Company
Founded by Sal Puleo in 1990 and headquartered in New Jersey, National Tree is a leading e-commerce wholesaler of seasonal and holiday décor, with a particular focus on the Christmas… Read More
Auto Parts E-commerce Continuing to Hit on All Cylinders
Merger and acquisition activity within the auto aftermarket continues to showcase robust growth driven by strong industry fundamentals. The U.S. light vehicles in operation and miles driven continue to increase… Read More
Consumer industry to close the year with strong M&A activity and healthy valuations
Lincoln International’s Consumer Group displays great diversity in expertise as clients seek innovative companies across segments Coming into 2019, we saw strong M&A activity and healthy valuations in the consumer… Read More
G2G, a portfolio company of Capital Spring, has completed a recapitalization
Client: Capital Spring Client Location: United States Target: G2G Target Location: United States Target Description: LKE is a provider of material handling and logistics system solutions.
Appetizing Investing in Unbranded Food Manufacturers
Published by Food Dive on October 16, 2019 The food industry is rich with investment opportunities, many of which are in unbranded food. Changes in consumer preferences are creating growth… Read More
Accord Management has sold Pool Service to BlueGem Capital Partners
Accord Management, an Italian private equity house, has completed the sale of Pool Service S.p.A., the leading Italian professional hair care group and owner of the iconic Medavita brand, to… Read More
Global Veterinary Services Market: On Cloud Canine
Pets are no longer just man’s best friend, but an increasingly integral member of the family unit. Owners are humanizing their pets, aspiring to provide the best comfort and health… Read More
Dirk Damegger
Dirk supports the firm’s retail and consumer advisory services. He has more than 20 years of experience, advising on M&A, corporate divestitures and corporate finance transactions for pan-European corporate clients… Read More
U.S. Restaurant Owners’ Optimism Amidst Ongoing Challenges
While data through the first half of 2019 suggests that the restaurant sector continues to feel the lumps of changing consumer tastes (primarily around convenience) and certain economic challenges (like… Read More
Bridges Fund Management has acquired énergie Fitness
Lincoln has supported Bridges on its second transaction in the last two months, after providing financing advice for their acquisition of GEV Wind Power. énergie is currently the third-largest low-cost… Read More
Lincoln International Releases Proprietary Q2 2019 Middle Market Index
Lincoln International, a leading global investment banking advisory firm, today released the Q2 2019 issue of its proprietary Lincoln Middle Market Index (“Lincoln MMI”). The Lincoln MMI is the only… Read More
Gourmet Foods has been sold to Gourmet Culinary Holdings, a portfolio company of AUA Private Equity Partners
Lincoln acted as the exclusive financial advisor to Gourmet Foods, working closely with management throughout the sale process. The Lincoln team provided M&A and industry expertise, as well as closely… Read More
The Evolving U.S. Pet Retail Landscape & Broader Impact on Pet Sector
The pet retail sector continues to generate strong momentum against a backdrop of numerous favorable industry trends: The “pets as family” trend is as strong as ever, with 95% of… Read More
KJUS has been sold to Acushnet Holdings Corp.
KJUS (LK International AG), headquartered in Hünenberg, Switzerland, is a world-leading provider of high-end technical ski and golfwear with uncompromising commitment to performance and cutting-edge innovation. Drawing from a strong… Read More
Consumers in Control & the Role of Brands
Lincoln Managing Directors discuss the way consumers are in the driver’s seat as it relates to branded and non-branded food companies. Click the banner above to watch the video. … Read More
How Retail is Performing Amidst Constant Change
Lincoln Managing Directors discuss brick & mortar retail approaches with the integration of technology. Click the banner above to watch the video. Rob Brown: So, Dom is our… Read More
How Companies are Mastering the Internet Economy
Lincoln Managing Directors discuss the evolution of consumer behavior and what it means for the economy. Click the banner above to watch the video. Rob Brown: So why… Read More