International Business Brokers Association
The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) is an trade association of business brokers providing education, conferences, professional designations and networking opportunities throughout the year. The mission of the IBBA is to promote members’ professional development and interests, and to maximize public awareness of the business brokering profession.
M&A Source
The M&A Source is so named because it represents “the source” of opportunity and professional growth for merger and acquisition intermediaries and strategic professionals who are dedicated to the lower middle market (LMM).
Members of The M&A Source are merger and acquisition intermediaries/advisors and strategic professionals who contribute at the M&A level.
The M&A Source provides opportunities for M&A practitioners to learn more about the profession, improve key skills, and become more valuable to clients. Through networking, learning, mentoring, and improvement opportunities, The M&A Source is dedicated to being our members’ bridge to success.
Alliance of Merger & Acquisition Advisors (AM&AA)
The Alliance of Merger & Acquisition Advisors® (AM&AA) is the premiere International Organization serving the educational and resource needs of the middle market M&A profession.
Formed in 1998 to bring together CPAs, attorneys, and other experienced corporate financial advisors, AM&AA’s 1100+ professional services firms – including some of the most highly recognized leaders in the industry—draw upon their combined transactional expertise to better serve the needs of their middle market clients worldwide.
Certified M&A Professional
This program was developed by the faculty of the Coles College M&A Academy and is focused on the special interests of M&A intermediaries serving private companies in the middle market and business owners preparing for acquisition or sale.
Mergers & Acquisition Master Intermediary
Successful completion of the M&AMI requirements significantly distinguishes M&A professionals within their field. The Master designation is the only one to require both educational credits and the successful completion of multiple transactions. As such, it provides a distinct competitive advantage when engaging with clients and prospects.