“DMA were responsive to our needs and produced an attractive campaign allowing us to attract business interest from high quality applicants. The shortlisting and review process was simple and efficient, the due diligence procedure was elaborate but easy to navigate and the entire process went as smoothly as could be expected. Communication was first class and the DMA staff were friendly and easy to deal with. The knowledge provided and advice received was very useful and enabled us to transact with confidence. The support network and contacts from a legal perspective were also very useful.”

“Our experience with DMA was one of complete satisfaction. Our pre-engagement discussions focussed on DMA’s ability to provide a professional service with expertise in the commercial, accounting, legal and personal capacity. The process proved true to the promise and without doubt, exceeded our hopes. Blake Davis was always available for discussions and offered well considered solutions or approaches to the many issues that arise in the process of selling a business. We were especially impressed with the understanding of our bespoke business and the things that added value to the business. The IM provided a professional snapshot, however the informative discussions with potential buyers continually highlighted the value in our business. On going information flow was also of a similar high standard. The high ethical and moral standards practised by DMA matched our own. Communication was always representative of the facts, to the point and timely. We were never in doubt that DMA were working in our best interests with a determination to achive the best outcome for us. We also believe that their interactions with the potential buyers of our business was also a positive one. At a personal level we enjoyed working with Blake who professionally pleasant demeanour always made for good relationships. I would strongly recommend DMA to prospective business sellers.”

“DMA was recommended to us by our Accountant due to their professionalism, confidentiality and experience in a diverse number of industries. DMA did not disappoint, they were all these and more. Our business consisted of Government Contracts in an extremely unique sector of the Transport Industry, one that was new to DMA and as such the DMA Team spent unlimited quality time with us ensuring the entire team learnt and understood every aspect and quality of our business, our Government Contracts and our expectations and requirements, in order to present a flawless high quality Information Memorandum (IM) including Market Analyses, future growth and expansion potentials. All Prospect Purchaser’s (PP) were vetted by the Team prior to emailing us seeking approval to progress forward, providing us with total control of whether or not we deemed a PP as an acceptable candidate. The Team did all the hard work, while we retained control over who received the IM, with confidentiality paramount at each and every stage. The Team’s communication was prompt and clear, in keeping with our instructions, as each stage progressed right through the entire process; from day one right through to negotiation stage, sale, settlement and into the handover process. Through the online private link access Purchasers Report, we were able to review step-by-step progress of all potential purchasers. DMA’s quality of advice, performance, confidentiality, communication either via reports, email, phone and in person were of an extremely high quality. From start to finish, the entire team were an absolute pleasure to liaise with; providing us with full confidence and peace of mind in the sale process. It is without hesitation, we highly recommend Divest Merge Acquire (DMA)’s services. Thanks to the DMA Team we are now enjoying an early retirement.”

“DMA handled the sale of my business from initial consultation through to completion. The processes they employed and communications throughout the sale were professional and thorough. We achieved a great result and would recommend their services without hesitation.”

“We were very impressed with the quality and depth of information provided in the IM, and the additional research conducted into our industry. The business was well marketed within the advertising structure, with primary targets and other associated businesses followed up regularly. Our consultants Chris Mitchell and Blake Davis were exceptional with their professional conduct and knowledge. Both went beyond to get the result we were after. The communication from both Chris & Blake, and indeed the whole DMA team, was exceptional. We really loved the regular update Investor Report spreadsheet which showed us exactly where each potential purchase was at with their interest. Confidentiality was shown to been ultra important, and we never had any issues with giving sensitive information to DMA. The negotiations process was made particularly easy, with Chris & Blake working as intermediaries for the sale process with potential buyers. Like many other businesses we have found the process of selling our business as sometimes challenging, but DMA have made it particularly easy...”

“… The result we wanted … All I can say is thank you so much for your persistence and help. Your experience and knowledge were at the forefront for the whole journey. The sale has provided us with a fair price for our business and excellent terms & conditions. We could not have achieved this without you. It goes without saying we would have no hesitation in recommending you and DMA to anyone who requires a reference or is looking to sell their business.”

“When Chris Mitchell first contacted me proposing our purchase of a key competitor, I was naturally apprehensive. At the completion of the purchase, I can’t overstate the quality of the information provided and the professionalism Chris demonstrated in managing the transaction. From the outset Chris understood how the fit was right for us and what information and level of service we needed to have, to make it work. Being a business manager, I am naturally time poor so that was critical to us negotiating the right outcome. I can only rate the performance of Chris and the DMA team as A+ outstanding by any standard.”

DMA were introduced to us by our accountant and it was plain to us from the outset that DMA was a different organisation. The accounting skills and expertise that went into the preparation of the IM were impressive, in fact when we read it we almost wanted to buy the business ourselves! The sales process dragged on for eighteen months and strangely enough one of the first interested parties ended up buying Knights. We went through share sales, asset sales and several pretty onerous DDs, DMA were always there for us. From time to time we would lash out and break the protocols and were quickly brought back into line, clearly there are a set of protocols which you know backwards and all the tricks that buyers get up to, to try to subvert the process. We shared many jokes together and became friends, however the real point of this letter is to thank DMA for a highly professional job, sometimes in difficult circumstances but always without fear or favour in our interests. Service is a rare commodity today and DMA provide an excellent service that we would recommend to anyone who wants to sell a reasonable sized business. Thanks for your help!

From our very first meeting and right through the complicated journey to sale completion, I was always confident that we had made the right choice to engage DMA and in particular, Tony Brown. Tony’s knowledge and experience is evident, and he is backed up by a reliable and highly competent team, in particular, Fran. Exactly the sort of people you need when embarking on a process such as this. Tony was available at any time for his expert advice and assistance. He attended numerous meetings, some of which he probably needn’t have, but was there every time for support and guidance, which was much appreciated. The DMA service experience is very definitely outstanding and one not often provided these days.

The entire DMA team were professional, efficient, patient and outstanding communicators in our complex sale transaction. If we could rate them higher than 10/10, we would!

Always available, open communication, not pushy.

DMA’s communication skills were excellent, and they assisted with many aspects of the lengthy and complex negotiation process. As purchasers, we are convinced that without the committed involvement of DMA it is unlikely that a sale would have resulted. We are very happy to recommend their service.

… Their understanding of the situation and professionalism were outstanding …

Tony Brown and the entire team at DMA sold our business of 20 years by conscientiously and professionally following their own quality marketing literature i.e. what you read is what you get. Thank you to Tony and all personnel at DMA for their assistance throughout the divestment of our business. From our initial meeting to discuss our operations, DMA’s knowledge and professionalism was apparent. My expectations of an optimum sales price lifted considerably after open discussions and information regarding the entire marketplace rather than confined industry perceptions. An exceptional Information Memorandum (IM) was produced after consultation to provide a comprehensive document for qualified prospective purchasers. The communication skills exhibited all staff were exceptional throughout the sales process. Solicitors/Purchasers/Advisors were challenged by DMA when necessary to ensure our best interests were maintained in achieving a quality outcome. I believe Tony and his team provide the perfect link between Vendor and Purchaser. In our situation, the marketing cycle achieved 2 signed contracts presented for assessment, followed by expert assistance throughout due diligence and changeover to ensure a successful outcome for all parties.

DMA have a great understanding of all aspects of business, especially dealing with complex financial and stock issues, this made it easy to communicate the strength of my business …

The timeliness of responses to questions and requests for additional information were outstanding. Overall a very professional and helpful service, particularly when the best interests of the vendor and purchaser were in direct conflict.

Many thanks for your expert advice throughout the process. Your level of technical competence played a huge part in finalising the sale of our multi-million dollar business on terms acceptable to all parties.

I was highly impressed with the professionalism of DMA throughout the whole deal. Nothing was too much effort for them and the ultimate conclusion was a deal that had the interests of both parties catered for resulting in a happy purchaser and seller. I will definitely recommend their services to anyone buying or selling.

DMA’s involvement from a purchaser’s viewpoint was the difference between a successful outcome or otherwise. Their response to queries and requests for information was outstanding. DMA is an excellent organisation and I would have no hesitation in recommending them to any prospective clients.

I have worked with the DMA team on a number of complicated, high pressure, and high value transactions. The DMA team works harder than anyone I have met in the M&A space and is single minded in getting the job done in the most efficient manner to get the best results for their clients. I thoroughly recommend DMA to any mature business person looking to dispose of, merge or grow their business.

Commitment to the sale process was maintained right through to the end long after most other agents would have given up or quit.

Simply ‘outstanding’ service. The professional conduct & cooperation of all the staff, at all times, showed their dedication to get the job done ... nobody is better. I am pleased I chose DMA!

It is a pleasure to deal with a professional highly ethical organisation such as DMA. We recommend them to all business owners and purchasers without hesitation.

The purchase of a large scale business can be a stressful exercise. We found Tony’s skills of mediation to be critical in what became a relatively smooth transaction. It is fair to say that as purchasers we may not have proceeded without Tony’s help & advice. We are ecstatic with the outcome.