What's Your Next Big Move?

Northeast Ohio's M&A advisory firm for buyers and sellers.

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Whether you're building toward an exit or searching for your next acquisition, the quality of your advisor determines the quality of your outcome.

Committed to the Ohio Business Community

 FFBA is deeply involved in the regional middle-market M&A arena. Through our leadership and programming at the Center for Free Enterprise, we foster the growth, education, and successful transition of business owners across the Cleveland area.

Our Team

FFBA is purpose-built for the lower middle market — three senior advisors with complementary expertise across every dimension of a transaction.

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Ben Calkins

Senior Advisor

Brings forty years of M&A legal and advisory experience to every engagement.

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Gary Burden

Senior Advisor

Provides rigorous, process-driven deal evaluation that protects buyers and maximizes seller outcomes.

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Brad Calkins

Senior Advisor

Runs FFBA's operational infrastructure and proprietary buyer search program.

Every client works with all three.

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Whether you're buying or selling, the right conversation starts here.

Your Next Chapter

Your Next Chapter

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