Blog

Welcome to Versailles Global’s blogs. We share expert insights, market trends, and strategic guidance to help business owners, investors, and executives navigate the complexities of mergers and acquisitions.



A business owner having a conversation with financial advisors
By Don Grava March 2, 2026
A practical look at the real reasons M&A transactions collapse, and what business owners can do to protect value.
A female entrepreneur with a business consultant discussing strategies for growing her business.
By Don Grava February 25, 2026
Learn the strategic steps middle-market business owners can take before going to market to increase valuation, reduce risk, and attract stronger buyers.
A successful business owner, dressed in a suit and tie, exudes happiness.
By Don Grava February 23, 2026
What happens after you sell your company? Learn how employment, compensation, equity payouts, and post sale obligations typically work for founders.
A client meeting in a conference room
February 17, 2026
Learn what buyers look for when valuing founder led private companies. Discover factors that drive premium valuations in middle market M&A transactions.
Market Wheel
February 16, 2026
Thinking about selling your business? Learn how valuation, market conditions, and buyer demand in 2026 affect timing and exit outcomes.
An eye
By Don Grava February 13, 2026
A carefully constructed buyer list is central to achieving strong outcomes in a company sale process.
People in business attire shaking hands in an office, other colleagues watching.
December 15, 2025
In mergers and acquisitions (M&A), numbers tell a story, while not all stories are created equal. Two companies might report identical earnings, yet one could command a significantly higher…
Vacation destination. Mountain View.
November 15, 2025
Understanding the importance of advance preparation for business owners contemplating an eventual transition, whether through sale, succession, or merger.