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Why Owners Choose Walden
Walden’s experienced team can remove the complexity and stress during your exit plan and transaction.
Maximizing your value for a highly complex transaction requires an M&A partner who shares your understanding of your company’s value and can guide your transaction smoothly through the back-and-forth that these deals create.
Walden partners with lower-middle-market business owners in industries like manufacturing, distribution, and business services. We’ll help you choose an exit path that reflects the full value of your company and aligns with your goals.
Our principals lead an experienced Atlanta M&A firm of specialists with decades of combined experience, including successful histories as business owners. Since 1991, the Walden team has leveraged proven marketing methods and a collaborative internal approach to deliver the best possible outcomes for clients.
Make the most of your professional transaction and maximize value with the guidance you need to complete your deal confidently. Exit your business and enter your future with Walden by your side.
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Hear From Our Clients
Helped us find an ideal partner and led to a quick transaction process
“The Walden team of John and Sara has been the consummate partner in this process. Their industry knowledge and sage advice helped us find an ideal partner and led to a quick transaction process. We are excited indeed about our future.”
– PETER M.
Keeping everyone on track to closure
“We were lucky to have Sara Burden’s skill and commitment to guide us in preparing the company for sale; orchestrating meetings; and keeping everyone on track to closure.”
– RICK S..
Responsive, informative, and encouraging
“Responsive, informative, and encouraging – even when things seemed impossible. I highly recommend Dean and Sara for anyone thinking of selling their business. Working with Walden Businesses was definitely the right choice for Artisan Custom Closets.”
– LISA W.
Thoughtful and commercial in their approach
“The Walden team was thoughtful and commercial in their approach every step of the way. The communication between our collective teams was excellent and I believe helped their client meet their objectives. We look forward to working with the Walden team again.”
– MICHAEL L.
A true professional with a tireless approach
“One of the best business decisions I made was to hire Walden to represent my company when it was time to retire. A true professional with a tireless approach, Sara’s experience and wisdom of the market helped us receive the optimum value for our business.”
– Michael A.
Tireless in her professional approach
“Sara Burden of Walden Businesses was our broker and advisor. Her professional approach and attention to detail greatly contributed to a smooth transition. We valued our partnership and appreciated Sara being by our side during the entire process.”
– JOHN F.
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