About Atlantic Mergers & Acquisitions – Business Broker in New Brunswick
HELLO & WELCOME
About Us
Most business owners spend decades building something worth selling. They deserve an advisor who brings real expertise to the table. Every advisor at Atlantic M&A brings business leadership experience and each mandate has professionals trained in law or accounting on the team. That’s not a bonus — it’s our minimum standard.
As for me: I’ve been a member of the Law Society of New Brunswick for over two decades, qualified as an arbitrator, and hold designations as a Certified Mergers & Acquisitions Advisor (CM&AA) and Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA). I’ve completed certificate programs in Canadian Income Tax at the University of Toronto and Negotiation at Harvard Law School. I’ve led transactions up to $20 million — and some of my most rewarding work is helping owners plan an exit years before they’re ready to list.
We work with business owners across Atlantic Canada and the Caribbean. Whether you’re planning an exit, ready to sell, or looking to grow through acquisition, the conversation starts here.
Thank You for visiting. Let’s Talk when you’re ready.
— Jim Yerxa, BBA, LLB, CM&AA, CEPA
Business Transition Advisor
Mike Bolster
Mike Bolster brings more than 30 years of hands-on entrepreneurial and business experience to Atlantic M&A, having built, acquired, merged and sold businesses throughout his career.
An entrepreneur from the outset, Mike launched his first business shortly after college and went on to build companies across a range of industries. His experience includes designing, manufacturing and marketing consumer products for major North American retailers, negotiating complex commercial relationships, developing growth strategies and helping companies across North America pursue growth, improve their operations and navigate important business transitions.
That background shapes Mike’s approach to business sales and acquisitions. He understands that selling a business is more than a financial transaction. For many owners, it represents decades of work, significant personal wealth and an important transition in their lives.
At Atlantic M&A, Mike works directly with business owners through the sale process—from understanding value and preparing a business for market, through buyer identification, negotiations, due diligence and closing. His practical operating experience allows him to quickly understand a business, identify what makes it attractive to buyers and help owners position it effectively in the market.
Mike is based in New Brunswick and works with privately held businesses and prospective acquirers throughout Atlantic Canada and across North America.
Areas of Experience:
• Business sales and acquisitions • Business valuation and market positioning • Exit preparation • Buyer identification • Negotiation • Due diligence • Strategic growth • Business development across North America • Manufacturing and consumer products • Retail and distribution
Meet our Advisor
Mike Byrne, BBA, LLB
Mike Byrne is a Consultant with Atlantic M&A|Business Brokers. He brings over 30 years of experience in commercial and corporate law to Atlantic M&A. For the past 12 years, he has also been actively engaged in business brokerage, skillfully assisting both buyers and sellers with share and asset sales.
Reach out to Mike to talk about your business transition needs in Atlantic Canada.
Head of AI & Technology
Suhail Ahmed Chandio, BE (CSE), ME (IT)
Suhail Ahmed Chandio leads AI integration, digital operations, and technology strategy at Atlantic M&A, bringing over nine years of experience across ecommerce systems, AI automation, web development, and machine learning research.
He holds a Bachelor and Master of Engineering from Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Pakistan, with graduate research focused on explainable and uncertainty-aware machine learning. He is a Registered Engineer with the Pakistan Engineering Council and a Registered AI Research Scientist with the Pakistan Science Foundation National Scientists Directory. With 14 published research outputs across explainable AI, biomedical AI, astrophysics, and forensic media analysis, including a first-author publications in IEEE Xplore & peer review journals, Suhail brings a research depth that is rare in technology operations roles.
At Atlantic M&A, Suhail oversees AI tool integration across the firm’s advisory workflows, manages digital operations and outreach systems, supports business owners with pre-exit digital ecosystem assessments, and leads the firm’s technology modernization initiatives. His combination of technical expertise and practical business systems experience allows him to translate AI capabilities into operational improvements that directly benefit business owners preparing for or navigating a transition.
Atlantic M&A clients looking to explore AI automation, operational efficiency improvements, or digital readiness for exit can engage Suhail directly through the team.
Areas of Expertise
• AI integration and workflow automation • Explainable AI and machine learning research • Digital operations management • Ecommerce systems and platform development • Pre-exit digital ecosystem assessment • CRM setup and pipeline automation • Web development and content management • Technology modernization for owner-managed businesses
What We Do?
A Leading Business Broker in Atlantic Canada
Your Gateway to Strategic Business Sales, Acquisitions, and Consultation
Welcome to Atlantic Mergers, the trusted authority in navigating the complex terrain of business sales and acquisitions in Atlantic Canada. With a legacy of successful deals, we specialize in connecting ambitious entrepreneurs with the right opportunities and guiding owners to profitable exits.
Sell a Business
Maximize Your Exit Strategy and unlock the true value of your business with our expert business brokerage services. We provide a tailored approach to position your company attractively to our vast network of vetted buyers.
- Comprehensive Business Valuation
- Strategic Marketing Plans
- Negotiation & Deal Structuring
Mergers and Acquisitions
Expand Through Strategic M&A Amplify your market presence through strategic mergers and acquisitions. Our seasoned M&A advisors provide end-to-end support to ensure a seamless and advantageous integration.
- M&A Strategy Development
- Target Identification & Assessment
- Transaction Management
Buy a Business
Discover Your Next Venture Embark on your next business journey with confidence. Our curated listings and in-depth market insights ensure you find the perfect business aligned with your objectives.
- Curated Business Listings
- Buyer Representation
- Due Diligence & Acquisition Support
Your Success, Our Priority
Why Atlantic Mergers?
Our entire team is experienced, focused on your success, and dedicated to life-long learning. Our founder, Jim Yerxa, spent over 20 years as a member of the Law Society of New Brunswick, is a qualified arbitrator, a licensed Real Estate Manager, and holds the prestigious CM&AA Designation (Certified Mergers & Acquisitions Advisor). He is also an active member of the International Business Brokers Association and Alliance of Mergers & Acquisitions Advisors.
Proud Members of the OpnRoad Network
Atlantic Mergers take immense pride in our partnership with the OpnRoad Network, a prestigious coalition of merger and acquisition professionals dedicated to excellence across North America. This alliance symbolizes our commitment to provide unparalleled service and value to our clients.
Broader Reach, Local Expertise
Collective Strength, Individual Focus
Innovation and Insight
Networked for Success
Jim Yerxa
Partner, Atlantic M&A
Scott Duke
Partner, OpnRoad M&A
Rick J. Krebs
Partner, Business Sales Group
Ron Hunter
Partner, Equitas M&A
Jim Stan
Partner, Equitas M&A
Whether you’re looking to sell your business, explore acquisitions, or seek advisory services, Atlantic Mergers and our OpnRoad Partners network are your trusted allies. Let’s Navigate the path to your business success together.
Atlantic Mergers and Acquisitions Inc. holds the real estate manager’s license for Right Choice Realty in New Brunswick through its nominee, Jim Yerxa.
