Experience-Based, Relationship-Driven M&A Advisory

At GearWorks Capital, we bring real operational experience combined with 30+ years of financial expertise.
Our foundation is built on hands-on business ownership experience—we've walked the path of buying and selling businesses ourselves, giving us insights that can't be learned from textbooks or theory alone.

Our Guiding Principles

  • Experience-Based Expertise

    We believe the best M&A advisors are those who have personally navigated the complexities of buying and selling businesses. This real-world experience shapes every recommendation we make.

  • Relationships Drive Results

    Transactions succeed when built on trust and understanding. We invest time upfront to truly comprehend your goals, challenges, and vision
    for the future.

  • Calm Leadership in Complex Situations

    Business sales and acquisitions are inherently unpredictable. Our ability to stay focused under pressure and guide clients through uncertainty has consistently delivered successful outcomes.

  • Strategic Advisory, Not Just Brokerage

    We don't simply list businesses for sale or show acquisition targets. We become your strategic partner, helping you make informed decisions with wisdom gained from real experience.

Meet Jim Myers: Founder & Principal Advisor

Three Decades of Financial & Business Expertise:

 

  • Banking Foundation (16 Years): Jim's career began with 16 years in banking, developing the financial expertise that now drives accurate business valuations, deal structuring, and complex transaction guidance as a merger and acquisition advisor.

  • Business Ownership Experience: Having personally bought and sold four businesses means when you're asking "how much is my business worth" or "how do I sell my business," you get answers from someone who's walked that path multiple times.

  • Comprehensive Deal Perspective: Experience on every side of transactions provides unique insight into what buyers and sellers really want, making every business sale or acquisition more strategic and successful.

Testimonials

Alex Tenenbaum
Western Reserve Wines
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jim Myers proved instrumental in facilitating my acquisition of a wine store business. His industry expertise and adept negotiation skills ensured a seamless transaction. Jim’s professionalism and support were invaluable throughout the process. I highly recommend his services to anyone considering buying or selling a business.

John Keener
Superior Moving & Storage
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

What really sets Jim apart is his attitude and approach. His demeanor is calm and confident, which are two things you need in M&A. He has the ability to sense when he can push, while immediately knowing when to pull back. This constant dance is what gets deals across the finish line. And, his approach is methodical and effortless, which always gave me confidence in our work product and logic. Not only did I have a great experience with Jim on this transaction, but I continue to lean on Jim for advice and gut checks. He quickly became a friend and trusted advisor.
I will definitely be using Jim on
future acquisitions.

Andy Oster
Green Road Waste & Recycling
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jim was amazing with his organizational skills, strategic thinking, and negotiation abilities. He was always efficient and professional. In fact, I liked working with him so much that I continue to work with Jim,  calling him for advice on new ventures. He is more than just a broker, he is a trusted advisor who will always look out for you. If you are looking for an advisor who can help you sell your business with confidence and ease, I highly recommend Jim. He is the best in the business and you will be glad you
worked with him.

A Personal Approach to Professional Results:

What truly sets GearWorks Capital apart is our commitment to being more than transactional service providers. We understand that selling or acquiring a business represents years of hard work, dreams, and significant life decisions. That’s why we take a hands-on, relationship-driven approach—you're never navigating complex negotiations alone.

From our initial consultation to final closing, we invest the time needed to understand your unique situation, provide honest guidance on market realities, and stand beside you through every step of the deal to ensure you achieve your goals with confidence.

"Jim is more than just an advisor; he is a trusted advisor who will always look out for you."

 

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