Tom Stafford, Jr.
Managing Director, Business Services
Tom is the Managing Director of EdgePoint’s business services practice.
Business Services
M&A Advisory Expertise
BUSINESS SERVICES | M&A Sector Experience
Our advisors bring extensive transactional knowledge and real-world leadership experience in business services, enabling us to guide your transition and attract qualified buyers.
- Business Process Outsourcing
- Commercial & Facility Services
- Human Capital Management
- Industrial & Infrastructure
- Information Services & Software
- Marketing & Communication
- Professional Services
Business Service Insight & Analysis
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“Does Anyone Know a Good Plumber?” – Dynamics Driving M&A Activity in the Facility Services Sector
Few businesses are as vital to their customers as facility services specialists. Regardless of whether the customers are residential, commercial, industrial or institutional, they all depend on blue collar trades
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Professional Services Flash Report
Enterprises are rapidly scaling AI across core and business functions, driving heightened demand for specialists who can design, implement and govern this technology throughout daily business activities.
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Winners Announced at the 23rd Annual M&A Advisor Awards
The M&A Advisor has announced the winners for the 23rd Annual M&A Advisor Awards. Winners were honored at the Black-Tie Awards Gala, held during the 2024 Future of Dealmaking Summit November 19 & 20 in New York City.
USA Private Equity Deal of the Year
Incline Equity Partners acquisition of Edko, LLC won the USA Private Equity Deal of the Year award at the 2022 M&A Atlas Awards
CLIENT STORY
Unlocking the value of a unique culture and commitment to people
Our ability to understand the unique values and people-driven objectives of this unique consultancy enabled key managers to acquire a meaningful stake in the business during a successful ownership transition.
Delivering Results with Integrity
Working with EdgePoint was an incredibly positive experience. They flattened the learning curve with their experience and wisdom. They inserted themselves where possible to take work off my plate. And they handled my emotions with the right combination of patience, tough love and empathy. I wholeheartedly endorse their services to business owners considering their exit options.
Brian KingPresident & CEO, Kenway Consulting 
EdgePoint was an excellent resource to help us navigate the sale process. They managed an organized and competitive auction, introduced us to qualified investor candidates, negotiated very attractive offers on our behalf, and fully supported us through the diligence and negotiation process. We are most pleased with their service
Johnny Johnson and Eric HankinsonPresident and Vice President, RailPros 
I did a major amount of due diligence before making my decision to use EdgePoint to sell my business. My instincts told me that EdgePoint was my team, and my instincts could not have been more correct. My management team totally trusted EdgePoint’s leadership throughout the process. They served as accountants, attorneys, coaches, psychologists and more, guiding our team with meticulous care through a maze of minefields from kickoff to closing day.
Mike VaskoCEO, Edko, LLC 
