Transaction Execution Services
Masters of M&A. Partners in Private Equity.
There’s no denying that transactions have become increasingly prevalent across the private equity landscape…but prevalence does not negate risk. M&A deals are continuously plagued by disappointing success rates – making it critical to enlist the support of the right transaction execution team. This is where we come in.
Our Accordion team is purpose-built to ensure successful transactions in a PE-backed setting. Known for our focus on flawless execution, (not just advisory), we’re a unique blend of professionals who have sat in both operating and consulting roles – enabling us to work shoulder-to-shoulder with portfolio company management to get things done. Specifically, we guide clients throughout the entire M&A lifecycle. Here’s how:
- Carve-Out Planning & Execution
- Merger Integration Planning & Execution
- Corporate Development/M&A Execution Support
- Sell-Side Readiness
Additional Services
- IPO Readiness
- 100 Day Planning
- Working Capital Purchase Price Adjustments
- Purchase Price Accounting
- Equity & Debt Capital Support

From buy-side to sell-side; from pre-close to post-close, our team has the proven track record helping companies navigate the financial and non-financial nuances of transactions in a private equity context.
Executing a Carve-Out and Standing Up the Finance Function
Preparing a SaaS Business For Sale




Meet (more of) the team.
Gary Appelbaum
Gary’s expertise is in full-cycle M&A – from strategy through integration. Before Accordion, he spent nearly two decades leading Corporate Development/M&A at Johnson & Johnson.
Kerri Chiu
Kerri's experience spans a variety of sectors – including complex M&A integration/separation and finance function standup. Before Accordion, she worked in EY's CFO Advisory practice.
Ofri Porat
Ofri brings 20+ years of experience assisting clients in buy-side and sell-side transactions. Before Accordion, he was a leader of FTI Consulting’s Merger Integration & Carve-out practice.