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ABOUT

WE ARE

We are a team of specialists with decades of experience handling mergers and acquisitions exclusively in the automotive and heavy-duty trucking industries.

WE DO

We are matchmakers, connecting buyers and sellers of automotive businesses. We craft succession plans for business owners. We are well-connected in our with relationships with manufacturers, distributors, repair shops and private equity firms. We manage mergers, acquisitions and divestitures.

WE DELIVER

Our team of automotive experts is an unparalleled resource. We maximize sellers’ value propositions. We help prospective buyers expand. We focus on buying and selling so that you can focus on running your business.

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OUR SERVICES

Our team has years of automotive, aftermarket, and heavy duty trucking experience and relationships.

SELLERS

Optimizing value as you sell your business requires far more than simply finding a buyer.

BUYERS

Acquisitions are driving the growth strategies of many enterprises.

ADVISORY SERVICES

We provide a full range of advisory services to buyers and sellers, equity investors and lenders active in the transportation industry.

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LEADERSHIP

Devin Hart

Managing Partner

Devin Hart has more than 20 years of experience in the automotive aftermarket. He brings a wealth of M&A expertise to the firm. Devin previously served as president and CEO of CADNA Rubber Company, […read more]

Tom Marx, MAAP

Senior Partner

Tom Marx has over 15 years of experience delivering mergers and acquisitions services and a 30 plus year network of relationships in the Automotive and Heavy Duty Aftermarkets. He has experience with most product […read more]

Chris Bovis

Partner

Chris Bovis brings over 20 years of performance, racing and automotive aftermarket industry experience to Hart Marx Advisors focusing on client development and marketing. […read more]

John Nodson

Vice President, Research

John Nodson provides hands-on experience integrating major acquisitions and new businesses, and working with joint venture […read more]

Mark Iasiello, MAAP

Vice President of Heavy Duty and Commercial Vehicles

With over 35 years of experience across numerous HD and commercial vehicle business types from manufacturers to distributors to retailers, Iasiello is uniquely experienced to understand the dynamics and trends of the industry and the challenges facing business owners. […read more]

Advisory Board

Each member of our Advisory Board is a well-known industry expert with a career based in the Aftermarket, either running or holding executive-level positions in top companies. Several have also served as industry leaders with trade associations and other Aftermarket organizations.

David Barbeau

Vice President

David Barbeau has led the global aftermarket business for two premier Tier 1 automotive manufacturers […read more]

Jon Dehne

Vice President

Jon Dehne currently provides consulting services focused on business development opportunities […read more]

Roger Homer

Vice President, Strategic Markets and International

A native of London, England has lived and worked in Europe and North America for major global automotive and industrial manufacturers.
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Howard Kesten

Vice President

For 23 years, Howard Kesten has been the Owner/President of APA Search, an executive search firm […read more]

Rick Rollins

Vice President

Since 1970, Rick Rollins has worked in multiple entities of the automotive aftermarket industry. His career began […read more]

Denise Rondini

Vice President

Denise Rondini is President of Rondini Communications, a company specializing in researching […read more]

current-opportunities

CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES

BUSINESSES FOR SALE

BUSINESSES WANTED

Our clients are looking to sell the following companies

Our clients are looking to acquire the following types of companies

DRIVESHAFT COMPANY FOR SALE

The Company is the provider of new and remanufactured driveshafts that are sold in North America. The Company has significant capabilities, inventory and experience to serve a diverse customer base, and has earned reputation for quality and dependability.

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MINORITY OWNERSHIP INVESTOR

We have a client interested in making a minority ownership investment in the aftermarket. They are looking for targets with a strong management team and a vision to triple sales in five years if they have the backing of a significant and dedicated investor for organic and inorganic growth.

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SOLD – DRIVELINE MANUFACTURER

Midwest-based manufacturer of driveshafts and components, primarily for on and off-highway, industrial, mining, energy and agriculture vehicles and equipment. In-house design and engineering. Customers are small-to-mid-size OEM’s and their suppliers. Highly automated with extremely proficient team and efficient production.

CHEMICAL MANUFACTURER

Looking for established chemical companies for our client, CRC Industries. CRC’s requirements are branded chemicals with existing distribution in automotive, marine, powersports and industrial markets. Our client has a high interest in environmentally friendly or other low impact chemical technology. Manufacturing and blending capabilities are desired and there is no firm geographic preference.

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SOLD – EXHAUST SYSTEMS MANUFACTURER

Designer and manufacturer of branded and private label OE replacement catalytic converters, exhaust systems and components; plus performance exhaust systems and headers. Domestic and import cars/light trucks. Southwest location in major market, with efficient R&D and factory.

DISTRIBUTION & LIGHT MANUFACTURING

Automotive aftermarket specialty distribution company with light manufacturing is looking for acquisition candidates that manufacture and/or distribute lubes, greases, oils, adhesives and sealants, diesel and gas additives, as well as specialty and limited hard parts for service and repair shops. Strong distribution network strategically located throughout North America provides ideal platform for complementary products and entry into new categories.

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AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE CENTERS AND SHOPS

Our client is looking to acquire automotive service businesses in the Great Lakes area. They are looking for both single locations and chains, preferably with no brand affiliation or vehicle type specialty. Our client prefers companies with broad service capabilities but will investigate a specialist shop if the location or size is correct.

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news

NEWS

BOOK TODAY: SEMA and AAPEX Meetings

Sticky PostOn July 19, 2021

Hart Marx Advisors will be attending the 2021 SEMA and AAPEX events in Las Vegas this November. Book your confidential meeting today.

HMA in Motorsports: 2021 Season Update

Sticky PostOn July 19, 2021

The 2021 race season has already been filled with enough highs and lows to last an entire year. Read more about how the first 5 races have gone and what’s next as we prepare for the National Championship race.

Hart Marx Advisors to Support CAWA’s Leadership Meeting

Sticky PostOn January 29, 2021

Hart Marx Advisors continues it’s industry support and engagement at CAWA’s Leadership Meeting.

RESOURCES

Heavy Lifting: Heavy Duty and Commercial Vehicle Insights

Sticky PostOn January 29, 2021

Heavy Lifting is our newest insight column, focusing on the heavy duty and commercial vehicle markets. Learn how the latest heavy duty industry trends are impacting M&A activity from industry leader, insider, and HMA’s VP of Heavy Duty Mark Iasiello.

COVID and Cars: What Does the Data Say?

Sticky PostOn December 14, 2020

Long-Term Trends for the Light-Duty Automotive Aftermarket The automotive aftermarket has a 50-year trend of growth and resiliency. Americans still

M&A Lifecycle Phase 3, Pre-Close Planning

Sticky PostOn September 7, 2020

M&A activities can propel companies well ahead of organic goals and can provide significant financial upside, but what do you need to prepare for prior to close to maximize the potential of a transaction?

The Advantage

Our archives of The Advantage, Hart Marx Advisor’s e-newsletter, has a range of articles on topics related to buying, selling or financing a business. Topical, easy to read and informative, these newsletters are designed to help your company navigate transactions with intelligent mergers and acquisitions strategy. To subscribe to The Advantage please send us your email.

Partner’s Notebook: For Business Owners, Today is Yesterday’s Tomorrow

Sticky PostOn February 3, 2021

Unique times provide a clear answer to the most common question we receive.

Now Is the Time: The Partner’s Notebook, Tom Marx

Sticky PostOn August 10, 2020

Now may be the time to lay the foundation for a successful business sale or acquisition. Read more about this unique window of opportunity.

THE PARTNER’S NOTEBOOK: CHRIS BOVIS

Sticky PostOn July 6, 2020

A shift in the conversation may move the M&A away from market studies and economic rebounds to personal risk assessment.

INVOLVEMENT

We are more than mergers and acquisitions. We live and breathe the aftermarket, sharing our expertise to grow and strengthen the industry. Our extensive relationships with influencers, leaders, and associations give Hart Marx Advisors exclusive access to industry news, events, and trends. Our team is deeply involved in numerous organizations including the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA), Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), Automotive Communications Council (ACC), Northwood University’s University of the Aftermarket, Automotive Parts Remanufacturers Association (APRA) and AASA’s annual Vision Conference and more.