About Raincatcher
Get StartedWho Is on the Raincatcher Team?
Raincatcher’s advisors come from three backgrounds: small business ownership, middle-market accounting, and middle-market investment banking. Many have built and sold companies of their own, audited them, or taken them to market for institutional buyers. That mix is deliberate.
The firm was built to merge Wall Street-level expertise with Main Street business values. Traditional investment banks rarely serve small and mid-sized businesses well, and local brokers rarely bring institutional process to them. Raincatcher’s team was assembled to close that gap, and its advisors stay hands-on through every engagement.
What Is the Mission of Raincatcher?
The mission of Raincatcher is to help founder-led and family-owned businesses maximize the value of their life’s work through a competitive, transparent, and strategic sale process.
The firm is built on a foundation of integrity and a commitment to delivering real value to entrepreneurs. What sets Raincatcher apart is its investment banking-style auction process, which is explicitly designed for small and mid-sized businesses, providing owners with access to multiple qualified bidders and stronger deal terms.
Raincatcher is focused on achieving quality outcomes and fostering long-term relationships, guided by a culture that prioritizes honesty, professionalism, and client success. The approach differs from many brokerages that prioritize quick closings.
What Is the Vision of Raincatcher?
Raincatcher’s vision is to become the most trusted advisor to small and mid-sized business owners nationwide by expanding its national presence and continuing to bring Wall Street-level expertise to Main Street businesses.
The firm is dedicated to helping entrepreneurs build, understand, and ultimately realize the full value of their businesses. Raincatcher is committed to supporting founder and family-owned companies by providing expert valuation, exit planning, and brokerage services tailored to their specific goals.
Raincatcher aims to make a lasting impact on the lower middle-market by delivering a level of professionalism, transparency, and strategic execution typically reserved for much larger transactions through its growing team of seasoned M&A advisors.
What Are the Core Values of Raincatcher?
Raincatcher places business owners at the center of everything it does. The firm views its role as a responsibility to guide clients through one of the most important financial decisions of their lives.
Integrity is non-negotiable at Raincatcher. The team commits to complete transparency, ethical decision-making, and always acting in the best interest of the client.
Clear, direct communication and honest feedback are fundamental. Raincatcher ensures that clients have a realistic view of their options and the market.
Raincatcher acknowledges that most business owners have their careers and wealth closely tied to their companies. The firm approaches every engagement with a deep sense of responsibility and care.
Trust is earned through follow-through and accountability. The team is committed to being reliable advisors clients depend on, through every stage of the process.
What Does Raincatcher Offer?
Raincatcher offers comprehensive services for business owners seeking to sell, grow, or assess the value of their companies. The firm’s core offering is sell-side representation, delivered through two main tracks, Business Brokerage and M&A Advisory. Each is tailored based on the company’s size and transaction complexity.
The service focuses on companies valued under $5 million. Raincatcher targets qualified individual buyers and small institutional investors, supporting them with acquisition financing options to increase competition and drive stronger offers. The Business Brokerage approach is designed to help owners of smaller businesses achieve favorable outcomes through expert positioning and aligning with buyers.
Raincatcher develops in-depth marketing materials for businesses valued at $5 million and above, presents the business to institutional and strategic buyers, and manages a structured, multi-round bidding process to optimize sale price and terms. The M&A Advisory service provides investment banking-level strategy to lower middle-market businesses.
Raincatcher provides professional business valuations grounded in real transaction data. Using market comps, deal structure knowledge, and auction-based insights, they determine a realistic trade value for each business.
The team advises owners preparing for a future transaction by identifying value drivers, risk factors, and strategic improvements that help position the business more attractively to buyers.
Raincatcher works with business owners 12 months or more before going to market, helping them prepare their business operationally and financially for a sale, thereby maximizing value at closing. The preparation, often tied into M&A Consulting, ensures the company is positioned to maximize value at closing.
What Makes Raincatcher Different from Local Brokers, M&A Advisors, or Investment Banks?
Most Raincatcher clients sit in a gap in the market. They are large enough to sell to institutional buyers — private equity firms, search funds, and family offices — but too small for the sophisticated middle-market investment banks that serve those buyers. Local brokers can reach individual buyers but rarely run a competitive process. Investment banks run one, but generally start above $100 million. Raincatcher is built for the companies in between.
Raincatcher differs from traditional local business brokers and larger investment banks through its unique positioning in the lower middle-market. Raincatcher works with founder- and family-owned companies that are attractive to a national network of buyers. It includes private equity firms, search funds, and family offices, unlike local brokers who often handle smaller deals and focus on finding individual buyers within a specific region.
Their process involves competitive bidding rounds to drive up both price and terms, something typically not offered by local brokers. Raincatcher brings investment banking-level expertise to deals valued up to $100 million, specifically for privately held businesses, compared to investment banks, which generally serve businesses valued above $100 million and already backed by private equity.
The differences between Raincatcher from Local Brokers, M&A Advisors, and Investment Banks are in the table below.
Business Brokers
DEAL SIZE
Up to $5M in value
Most Deals are under $1M
BUYER NETWORK
Strategic buyers
International buyers
LICENSURE
State real estate license*
TRANSACTION TYPES
100% exit
LOCATION
Within 50 miles of their location
DEAL SIZE
Up to $100M in value
Most Deals are $5M – $40M
BUYER NETWORK
Network of national Individual buyers
Family Offices
Search Funds
Private Equity
LICENSURE
Certain advisors are registered representatives
TRANSACTION TYPES
100% exit
Partial exit/Recapitalization
Buy-side representation
Growth financing
LOCATION
National footprint
Investment Banks
DEAL SIZE
Up to $1B in value
Most Deals are $100M – $300M
BUYER NETWORK
Family Offices
Search Funds
Private Equity
LICENSURE
Certain advisors are registered representatives
TRANSACTION TYPES
100% exit
Partial exit/Recapitalization
Buy-side representation
Growth financing
LOCATION
National footprint
How Does Raincatcher Guide a Sale?
How Does Raincatcher Help With Preparing a Business for Sale?
Raincatcher helps prepare a business for sale by getting involved early in the owner’s journey, offering strategic input on how to structure and grow the company in ways that appeal to future buyers.
The early-stage guidance includes reviewing operations, identifying key value drivers, and recommending adjustments that improve marketability. Raincatcher advises clients to engage an outside CPA firm, in some cases, to reconcile financials or consult legal professionals to address potential liabilities.
The level of preparation is critical because it reduces risk for buyers, increases confidence in the business’s integrity, and ultimately improves valuation and deal terms. Businesses are more likely to attract qualified buyers and competitive offers by entering the market with clean financials and a compelling story.
How Does Raincatcher Help With Finding the Right Buyers?
Raincatcher helps find the right buyers by using a targeted and confidential approach that matches investor profiles with seller objectives. The firm maintains a robust buyer database that includes individual investors, high-net-worth individuals, private equity firms, search funds, and family offices.
Raincatcher compiles detailed marketing materials and creates secure data rooms using investment banking-level tools to attract qualified buyers. Businesses are marketed confidentially through direct outreach and a controlled buyer registration system, which screens for investment type, target EBITDA range, and industry preferences.
It ensures that only serious, pre-qualified buyers are engaged. Raincatcher boosts deal success and delivers stronger outcomes for both parties by aligning buyer interests with the seller’s goals, whether it involves a complete exit, recapitalization, or legacy preservation.
How Does Raincatcher Help With Negotiating the Best Deal Terms?
Raincatcher runs a multi-stage auction process designed to put a business in front of a large field of qualified buyers at the same time, so price and terms are set by competition rather than by a single one-on-one negotiation.
The process opens with a confidential outreach campaign to a national buyer network of private equity firms, search funds, family offices, strategic acquirers, and high-net-worth individuals. Interested parties are screened, brought under NDA, and asked to submit an indication of interest priced on a multiple of earnings. The strongest bidders advance to management meetings and a second round, where they sharpen valuation, structure, and terms against one another.
Lining up a number of institutional investors in parallel is what creates the leverage. Raincatcher acts as lead negotiator throughout, optimizing valuation, deal structure, timeline, contingencies, and post-sale involvement, and presents each client with multiple live offers so the owner can choose the buyer that fits both their financial goals and their legacy. The firm coordinates every moving part to deliver a smooth, outcome-driven sale throughout the typical nine-month process.
Why Choose Raincatcher?
What are the Recognitions Awarded to Raincatcher?
Raincatcher has received several notable awards and recognitions for its excellence in business brokerage and M&A advisory. The firm was named to Axial’s Top 25 Business Broker List for 2025, recognizing its performance and client success in the M&A space. Inc. Magazine honored Raincatcher as the #1 Business Broker and included the firm in its Best Workplace list in 2020, ranking it #376 on the Inc. 5000 List in 2021, which highlights its rapid growth and industry leadership.
AS FEATURED IN
Raincatcher’s insights have been featured by Business Insider, one of the most widely read business publications
Raincatcher shares founder-focused guidance on building and selling companies through Startup Nation.
Raincatcher partners with SCORE to educate owners of small companies on valuation and sale readiness.
Raincatcher’s team contributes M&A expertise to the M&A Science community.
Raincatcher was named the #1 Business Broker by Inc. Magazine.
Frequently Asked Questions
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When did Raincatcher start?
Raincatcher started in 2011 and is headquartered at 7900 East Union Avenue, Suite 1100, Denver, Colorado 80237. The firm specializes in business brokerage and mergers and acquisitions, working with small and mid-sized companies across a wide range of industries.
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How can you contact Raincatcher?
You can contact Raincatcher by email at support@raincatcher.com or by phone at (855) 724-6228. The company’s headquarters are located at 7900 E. Union Ave., Suite 1100, Denver, CO 80237. Clients contact them for updates and insights related to business sales and acquisitions through their social platforms, including Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and LinkedIn.
What Our Clients Have to Say
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Raincatcher guided me through selling Lodging Inside, securing the best price and handling every detail with expertise and care.
Georgie Bishop
BUSINESS OWNER
Property Management
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Raincatcher helped me sell FieldTrack at a fair value, connect with the right buyers, and made the process smooth and professional.
Dan Kim
BUSINESS OWNER
SaaS
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Raincatcher showcased Arclight Dynamics’ strengths and connected us with qualified buyers, making the sale smoother and more profitable.
Arclight Dynamics
BUSINESS OWNER
Manufacturing
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Raincatcher helped us uncover value, prepare for sale, and navigate the process with ease.
Cheboygan Brewery
BUSINESS OWNER
Manufacturing
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Raincatcher’s team helped us sell our high-end door hardware business efficiently, handling marketing, pricing, negotiations, and updates, ultimately exceeding our expected sale price.
Neal Harper
BUSINESS OWNER
Construction
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Raincatcher expertly guided me through buying a local business, balancing buyer and seller interests, providing clarity, support, and a smooth end-to-end process.
JARED KELSO
BUSINESS BUYER
Healthcare
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Raincatcher guided us through the sale with expertise, reached a wide network of buyers, and secured a price far above our expectations.
Columbia Pacific
BUSINESS OWNER
Construction
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Raincatcher was a trusted, collaborative partner who guided us step by step and made the entire process smooth and stress-free.
Cary & Lindsey ZimmerMan
CO-FOUNDER
Manufacturing
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Mark and the Raincatcher team provided hands-on guidance, found the right buyer, and made the entire sale process smooth and successful.
Adam Shlomi
BUSINESS OWNER
Education
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Raincatcher helped us understand our value and choose the right buyer with confidence.
Sarah Bradford
BUSINESS OWNER
Property Management
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Raincatcher connected us with the right buyer and guided a respectful, well-structured deal that brought balance, peace of mind, and room to grow.
Scott Sharf
CO-FOUNDER
B2B Services
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Raincatcher guided us through the sale process with clarity and honesty, helping us achieve a better outcome than expected.
Kevin Perrault & Tami Johnson
PRESIDENT & VICE PRESIDENT
Manufacturing
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Raincatcher provided an organized, honest, and well-communicated sales process that helped us confidently find the right buyer and successfully sell our business.
Richard Francis
BUSINESS OWNER
Construction
Recently Closed Transactions
Raincatcher has advised on numerous transactions across industries and geographies. The transactions below offer a snapshot of our experience and our commitment to delivering meaningful outcomes for business owners.
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Raincatcher, LLC served as the exclusive sell-side M&A advisor to Forever Vacation Rentals
Real Estate Services and Hospitality
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Raincatcher, LLC advised Roy Allan Slurry Seal on its exit.
Construction
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Raincatcher, LLC advised Sightline Solutions on its exit.
Construction
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Raincatcher, LLC served as the exclusive sell-side M&A advisor to SummitCove Lodging
Real Estate Services and Hospitality
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Raincatcher, LLC served as the exclusive sell-side M&A advisor to Luxury Beach Rentals
Real Estate Services and Hospitality
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Raincatcher, LLC served as the exclusive sell-side M&A advisor to Sand ‘n Sea
Real Estate Services and Hospitality
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Raincatcher, LLC served as the exclusive sell-side M&A advisor to Catering By Design
Consumer Services, Goods, and Retail
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Raincatcher, LLC served as the exclusive sell-side M&A advisor to IHOP Franchise
Consumer Services, Goods, and Retail
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Raincatcher, LLC advised Hatch Construction & Paving on its exit.
Construction
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Raincatcher, LLC served as the exclusive sell-side M&A advisor to Research Tool & Die
Manufacturing
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Raincatcher, LLC served as the exclusive sell-side M&A advisor to Blue Dog Designs
Consumer Services, Goods, and Retail
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Raincatcher, LLC advised Southwest Slurry Seal on its exit.
Construction
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Raincatcher, LLC served as the exclusive sell-side M&A advisor to Pelsue
Manufacturing
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Raincatcher, LLC served as the exclusive sell-side M&A advisor to CE4Less
Software and Technology
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Raincatcher, LLC advised Columbia Pacific Construction on its exit.
Construction
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Raincatcher, LLC served as the exclusive sell-side M&A advisor to Arclight Dynamics
Manufacturing
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Raincatcher, LLC served as the exclusive sell-side M&A advisor to Sunset Rentals
Real Estate Services and Hospitality
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Raincatcher, LLC served as the exclusive sell-side M&A advisor to Winter Park Lodging Co.
Real Estate Services and Hospitality
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Raincatcher, LLC served as the exclusive sell-side M&A advisor to iTrip Orlando
Real Estate Services and Hospitality
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Raincatcher, LLC served as the exclusive sell-side M&A advisor to 32auctions
Software and Technology
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Raincatcher, LLC served as the exclusive sell-side M&A advisor to Catching Clouds
Financial Services
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Raincatcher, LLC served as the exclusive sell-side M&A advisor to Cheboygan Brewing Company
Manufacturing
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Raincatcher, LLC served as the exclusive sell-side M&A advisor to Alpine Builders Hardware
Distribution and Logistics
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Raincatcher, LLC served as the exclusive sell-side M&A advisor to High Voltage SEO
Business Services
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Raincatcher, LLC served as the exclusive sell-side M&A advisor to ADCON Signs
Manufacturing
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Raincatcher, LLC served as the exclusive sell-side M&A advisor to Indian Peaks Rental
Industrial Services
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Raincatcher, LLC served as the exclusive sell-side M&A advisor to Millwork Components
Distribution and Logistics
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Raincatcher, LLC served as the exclusive sell-side M&A advisor to Property Management
Real Estate Services and Hospitality
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Raincatcher, LLC served as the exclusive sell-side M&A advisor to Satio SAT prep
Consumer Services, Goods, and Retail
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Raincatcher, LLC served as the exclusive sell-side M&A advisor to Southwest Slurry Seal
Industrial Services
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Raincatcher, LLC served as the exclusive sell-side M&A advisor to Denver Metro Protective Services
Business Services
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Raincatcher, LLC served as the exclusive sell-side M&A advisor to Systrends
Software and Technology
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Raincatcher, LLC advised R&M Pole Line on its exit.
Construction
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Raincatcher, LLC served as the exclusive sell-side M&A advisor to Fueltrac.us
Software and Technology
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