Your Life's Work
Deserves a Fair Exit.
CMBB acquires small and medium-sized businesses across Canada and the United States. We offer fair valuations, seamless ownership transitions, and genuine respect for the legacy you've built over a lifetime.
We Buy Manufacturing Businesses. Fairly. Respectfully. Permanently.
CMBB is a North American investment firm focused on acquiring small and medium-sized businesses from owners who are ready to retire or step back. We are not a brokerage. We are the buyer.
Our team brings over 100 years of combined experience across operations, M&A, and business stewardship. We understand what you've built — the people, the customers, the relationships — and we're committed to honoring that legacy while driving the business forward.
- We buy directly — no brokers, no middlemen, no fees to you
- Acquiring businesses across Canada and the United States
- We preserve your workforce and operational legacy
- Flexible deal structures tailored to your retirement timeline
- Confidential process from first call to closing
Trusted by Owners Who Built Something Worth Protecting
Our leadership team brings over 100 years of combined expertise in manufacturing operations, M&A advisory, and business transitions.
Senior management has collectively overseen more than $500 billion in assets across industries, bringing institutional-grade expertise to every deal.
Our team has been involved in over 100 mergers and acquisitions, giving us the experience to navigate complex transactions smoothly.
Every conversation, valuation, and negotiation is handled with complete discretion. Your employees, customers, and competitors will not know.
From First Call to Retirement Day
Our four-step process is designed to be straightforward, transparent, and respectful of your time. Most owners complete the entire process in under 90 days.
Initial Conversation
We begin with a private conversation to understand your business, your goals, and your timeline. There is no pressure, no commitment, and absolutely no cost. We simply want to learn about what you've built.
Valuation & Offer
Our team conducts a thorough valuation using EBITDA multiples, asset assessments, industry comparables, and recent M&A transaction data. We present a clear, justified offer — no lowballing, no games.
Letter of Intent
Once you're satisfied with our offer, we issue a formal Letter of Intent outlining the purchase price, deal structure, and key terms. We negotiate openly and transparently until both parties are aligned, then sign the LOI to move forward with confidence.
Due Diligence & Close
Our experienced team manages the due diligence process efficiently and discreetly. We handle the legal and financial complexity so you can focus on your next chapter. Most deals close within 60–90 days of agreement.
Ready to start the conversation?
All conversations are 100% confidential and carry no obligation. We'd love to learn about what you've built.
The Exit You've Earned and Deserve
You've spent decades building something real. The firm you choose to sell to should match that commitment.
"Retirement should be a time for relaxation, not stress. We make sure it is."
Fair, Justified Valuations
We use EBITDA multiples, asset valuations, and real M&A comparables to arrive at a price that reflects the true worth of what you've built — not a lowball offer designed to exploit urgency.
Your Legacy is Protected
We commit to preserving your company's name, workforce, and operational culture. Your employees keep their jobs. Your customers keep their relationships. Your legacy endures.
We Are the Buyer — Not a Broker
Unlike business brokers who charge you fees and shop your business to strangers, CMBB is the direct buyer. One conversation, one decision-maker, no commissions deducted from your proceeds.
Flexible Transition Timeline
Whether you want to exit in 60 days or stay involved for two years to mentor new leadership, we structure the transition around your retirement goals — not ours.
Institutional Expertise
Our team has managed $500B+ in assets and closed 100+ M&A deals. We bring the same rigor and professionalism to your $5M business as we would to a $500M transaction.
Rooted in Fairness & Respect
We understand that selling your business is one of the most significant decisions of your life. We approach every conversation with empathy, patience, and genuine respect for what you've accomplished.
How We Arrive at a Fair Price
Our valuation methodology is meticulous, transparent, and grounded in real market data. We don't use a single formula — we use a multifaceted approach that captures the full value of what you've built.
EBITDA Multiples
We benchmark your earnings against industry-standard multiples for North American businesses.
Asset Valuation
Equipment, real estate, inventory, and intellectual property are assessed at fair market value.
M&A Comparables
We analyze recent transactions of comparable manufacturing businesses to ensure market alignment.
Business Strengths
Customer concentration, workforce stability, proprietary processes, and growth potential are factored in.
Financial Performance
Three to five years of revenue trends, margins, and cash flow patterns inform our pricing model.
No obligation. No surprises. Our valuation is presented as a clear, written offer with full transparency into how we arrived at the number. You are free to accept, negotiate, or walk away.
What Owners Say About Working With CMBB
"I'd been approached by brokers before who wanted a huge % of the sale price and couldn't guarantee anything. CMBB was different — they were the buyer, the process was confidential, and my customers didn't know the business changed hands until many months after the deal transaction was completed. That's exactly what I needed."
"What impressed me most was the transparency. They walked me through exactly how they arrived at the offer — no black box, no guesswork. I brought my accountant along to review everything, and he told me it was one of the most thorough and fair valuations he'd come across."
"Communication was everything for me during this process. There were moments when I couldn't get a hold of my own counsel, and instead of leaving me in the dark, CMBB would call with regular updates on how things were progressing between the lawyers. That meant a lot. It kept my mind at ease and gave me confidence that we were still moving toward closing."
Names and identifying details have been changed to protect client confidentiality.
We Acquire.
We Hold. We Grow.
Every business we acquire is held for the long term — preserved, operated, and grown with the same care the founder put into building it.
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Acquired"The Secure Choice" · Est. 1980
A Canadian manufacturer and distributor of pedestrian access control products — turnstiles, gate solutions, and crowd control systems. Founded in 1980, with a 40+ year reputation for durable security hardware backed by industry-leading service.
Not all acquisitions are publicly listed.
Is your business the right fit? We acquire businesses from $1M to $300M in enterprise value across North America.
Start a Confidential ConversationAnswers to Your Most Important Questions
We know that considering a business sale raises many questions. Here are the ones we hear most often.
Yes. Preserving your workforce is a core commitment we make in every acquisition. Your employees are a critical part of the business value, and we have no interest in disrupting the team you've built. We work to retain key personnel and maintain operational stability throughout and after the transition.
We provide a fully transparent valuation report that explains exactly how we arrived at our offer — including the EBITDA multiples used, asset assessments, and comparable M&A transactions. You're welcome to have your own accountant or advisor review our methodology. We encourage it.
No. CMBB is the direct buyer, not a broker. This means you pay zero broker commissions (typically 5–10% of the sale price). You deal directly with the decision-makers from the first conversation to closing. The process is faster, more confidential, and more cost-effective for you.
We work with businesses ranging from $1M to $300M in enterprise asking value. Whether you run a smaller family-operated business or a larger established company, we'd like to hear from you. All conversations are 100% confidential and carry no obligation.
Most acquisitions close within 60 to 90 days of reaching an agreement. The initial consultation and valuation phase typically takes 1–3 weeks. Due diligence and legal documentation take another 30–60 days. We move at a pace that works for you.
Absolutely not. Confidentiality is paramount to our process. We sign non-disclosure agreements before any detailed information is shared. Your customers, suppliers, employees, and competitors will not know the business is for sale unless you choose to tell them.
Yes. Many owners prefer a gradual transition rather than an immediate exit. We can structure arrangements where you remain involved as a consultant, advisor, or part-time operator for a defined period — giving you time to transition gracefully while ensuring the business continues to run smoothly.
We acquire a broad range of businesses, with a focus on established, owner-operated companies across Canada and the United States. While manufacturing is a core focus, we are open to conversations with business owners across industries. If you have built something of value and are considering your next chapter, we'd like to hear from you.
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