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.
>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.
Perspectives & Publications
New Generation of Investment Opportunities in Human Capital Management Result from COVID-19
Few would disagree that 2019 was a candidate driven market when it came to hiring. With low unemployment and the underlying health of the economy sound, employers had to compete not only […]
Facilities Services Market Update Q2 2020
The effects of COVID-19 have varied within the facilities services sector, depending on the service type and end-markets served.
Waste Services Market Update May 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused significant economic disruption and volatility on a global scale resulting in a challenging business environment across most sectors, waste services included.
Engineering & Consulting Services Sector Adjusts Amidst COVID-19 Uncertainty
While construction has been deemed an essential service across most of the country since the start of the pandemic, there nonetheless has been an impact for Engineering & Consulting (E&C) businesses adjusting […]
Recent Transactions In Business Services
Meet Our Senior Team With Business Services Expertise
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
Establishing trust and confidence is paramount to a lasting relationship.
Rommel Franco
Managing Director
Madrid
Global Leaders for Business Services Industry Connections
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 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 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, Lincoln International AG
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 | CEO Germany
Frankfurt
I form close relationships with my clients to understand their needs and ultimately help them achieve their strategic goals.
James Fang
Managing Director | CEO China
Beijing
