Most founders select an M&A advisor once in their lifetime — without knowing what good looks like, how to compare proposals, or whether an advisor has ever sold a business like theirs. ExitStack changes that.
Most founders have never run a sale process before. You don't know which advisors specialise in software agencies, what fees are reasonable, or how to tell a good proposal from a generic one.
There is no standard way to find, compare, or evaluate M&A advisors. Most founders end up choosing whoever they've heard of — not whoever is best for their specific situation.
A typical introductory advisor meeting is a pitch, not a conversation. You're being sold to before anyone has properly understood your business, your goals, or your timeline.
We've built this process based on 20+ years of M&A experience — specifically designed for founders who are navigating this for the first time.
Before any advisor sees your details, we run a structured diagnostic. This gives us — and you — a clear picture of your business, readiness, and what you're looking for in an advisor.
From our curated network of M&A advisors with specific, verifiable experience in software and technology business transactions. We know who knows this market.
Each advisor receives the same brief about your situation and responds in a defined format. You get comparable proposals — not competing sales pitches.
We provide a structured comparison of each proposal — fees, approach, relevant experience, and fit. You decide who to meet, on your terms.
ExitStack facilitates the introduction. Your chosen advisor takes over the process. We remain available as a sounding board.
ExitStack is not an M&A advisor. We do not negotiate deals or represent sellers.
ExitStack is not a directory. We do not list advisors publicly or let them pitch unsolicited.
ExitStack is not a marketplace. Access is invite-only. Every mandate is handled privately.
Apply for access. Tell us about your business. We'll take it from there.
Apply for AccessEvery application is reviewed personally. Access is selective.