Investment Bank for Business Services Clients

We provide customized solutions and strive to achieve optimal results for clients who develop and deliver services to end users in a variety of industry verticals.

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>35

global business services professionals

195+

transactions since 2015

>1/4

of transactions are cross-border

Committed to Serving Our Clients

As a leading middle market investment bank, we are  immersed in the constantly evolving, rapidly growing service-based economy. Our breadth of transactional, operational and technical experience enables us to intuitively communicate the underlying dynamics in key subsectors and generate the excellent outcomes for our clients’ individual needs.

Business Services Framework

Sector Focus

Commercial & Industrial Services

  • Energy, Power & Infrastructure
  • Environmental
  • Facilities
  • Food
  • Laundry, Linen & Uniform
  • Logistics & Transportation
  • Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul
  • Physical Security & Safety
  • Printing & Graphics
  • Rental

Professional & Human Capital Services

  • Architecture & Design
  • Audit & Accounting
  • Consulting
  • Engineering
  • IT Integration & Resale
  • Research
  • Risk Management & Brokerage
  • Staffing, Search & Talent Management
  • Test, Measurement & Certification

Information Services

  • Agency & Consumer Engagement
  • B2B Media
  • Business Intelligence
  • Business Process Outsourcing
  • Digital Media Services
  • Ecommerce Enablement
  • Interactive Marketing
  • Marketing Technology
  • Software as a Service
  • Training & Education
  • Transaction Processing

Technology & Education Services

  • Digital Content & Curriculum
  • LMS / CMS / SIS
  • Personalized Learning Tools
  • Data Analysis Tools
  • Outsourced Support Services
  • Value-Added Content Publishers
  • Alternative Education Providers
  • Continuing Education & Certification
  • Corporate Training
  • For-Profit Education Providers

Distribution

  • Automotive & Truck
  • Building Products
  • Chemicals
  • Consumer Products
  • Electrical / Electronics
  • Food / Foodservice
  • Healthcare
  • Industrial
  • IT / Communications Equipment
  • Janitorial / Sanitation
  • Office Supplies
  • Plastics & Packaging
Lincoln was everything that we thought they would be when we hired them to run our sale process. Finding a partner that would fit our culture was of the utmost importance and Lincoln delivered on this objective as well as all of our goals.
Dan Cassidy
CEO, KeyImpact
Business Services

Perspectives & Publications

Environmental & Waste Services Market Update Q4 2020

The environmental and waste services sector experienced similar trends to the broader market in Q4 2020.

Online Tutoring – Academic Success and College Admissions Prep

On Thursday, March 4, 2021, Lincoln International hosted a webinar with Revolution Prep, one of the leading providers of online instruction and personalized learning, discussing real-time trends in college admissions… Read More

Information Technology Services Market Update Q4 2020

In line with strong public stock performance in the fourth quarter of 2020, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) volumes in the information technology (IT) services segment were also robust.

Human Capital Management Services Market Update Q4 2020

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity in human capital management services was up significantly in Q4 as compared to Q3. However, the activity level still represented a slight decline from Q4… Read More

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Meet Our Senior Team with Business Services Expertise

Brown Robert
My goal is to inspire and motivate our people to make a true impact with their clients, their colleagues and their communities.

Robert Brown

Managing Director | CEO North America

Chicago

I deeply enjoy helping shape the education middle market and supporting the continued growth of promising companies delivering powerful solutions to students and educators.

Thomas Burgett

Managing Director

Dallas

Dirk Engelmann
I am enticed by the dynamics of M&A deals in combination with learning and understanding companies' business models and striving to achieve the best outcome for clients.

Dirk Engelmann

Managing Director

Frankfurt

John Hamilton
I have been fortunate in my career to come across a great number of remarkable and truly inspiring individuals, both as business partners and colleagues. This, for me, is the greatest reward.

John Hamilton

Managing Director

Stockholm

The transactions we work on are often trajectory-altering, with high stakes and pressure to get it right. We know our work, however challenging in the moment, is going to be impactful.

Mike Iannelli

Managing Director

Chicago

I am passionate about partnering with clients to help them achieve their professional and financial goals, while building long-standing relationships along the way.

Brad Keyworth

Managing Director

Chicago

I have a genuine interest in identifying and optimally articulating the unique features of my clients' businesses, and use a pragmatic and high-energy approach to complete the deal and maximize results.

Martijn Koops

Managing Director

Amsterdam

My approach to navigating clients toward success is to listen and deeply understand their needs and objectives, and provide tailored solutions to achieve their goals.

Dominique Lecendreux

Managing Director | CEO France

Paris

I’ve built my career around combining realistic, practical and hands-on advice that achieves the best possible results for clients.

Edward Lethbridge

Managing Director

London

As a trusted advisor, my role is to listen, create options and pursue the path that best achieves a client’s total objectives.

Saurin Mehta

Managing Director

Chicago

Oleg Mikhailovsky
I enjoy the dynamics of leading cross-border assignments in emerging markets within such vibrant sectors as healthcare and consumer products.

Oleg Mikhailovsky

Managing Director

Moscow

I am inspired by working with entrepreneurs, founders and management teams to help them capitalize on the success they have had building their businesses.

Alex Ring

Managing Director

Chicago

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Global Leadership

Coaching highly motivated, gifted and dedicated individuals to provide exceptional outcomes for our clients and contribute to the growth and success of Lincoln International is what drives me each day.

Robert Barr

Global Co-CEO | Managing Director

Chicago

Friedrich Bieselt
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 | Management Board Member

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

Brown Robert
My goal is to inspire and motivate our people to make a true impact with their clients, their colleagues and their communities.

Robert Brown

Managing Director | CEO North America

Chicago

Alexander Doll
I am delighted to be part of the tremendous growth story and outstanding partnership culture at Lincoln International and to contribute my network and experience to the success of the firm and its clients.

Alexander Doll

Chairman of the Supervisory Board

Frankfurt

Building long-term relationships is key for me personally – I want to be the advisor of trust for my clients.

Michael Drill

Managing Director | Chairman of the Management Board | CEO Germany

Frankfurt

I strive to be professional, honest and hard-working. By helping clients execute strategic M&A transactions, I am contributing to making the world better.

Tetsuya Fujii

Managing Director | CEO Japan

Tokyo

John Hamilton
I have been fortunate in my career to come across a great number of remarkable and truly inspiring individuals, both as business partners and colleagues. This, for me, is the greatest reward.

John Hamilton

Managing Director

Stockholm

I enjoy the opportunity to provide clients with insightful and unbiased advice that will help them make the most informed decisions possible.

Ron Kahn

Managing Director

Chicago

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I am inspired by working with clients who are talented, entrepreneurial and ethical to achieve their goals, and alongside colleagues who are passionate about building the best mid-market investment banking advisory firm.

Lawrence (Jim) Lawson

Chairman | Global Co-CEO | Managing Director

Chicago

My approach to navigating clients toward success is to listen and deeply understand their needs and objectives, and provide tailored solutions to achieve their goals.

Dominique Lecendreux

Managing Director | CEO France

Paris

My approach to building a relationship with each and every client begins and ends with trust. I want to be viewed as a true advisor, focused on our client’s long-term success.

Eric Malchow

Managing Director | President North America

Chicago

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