Chicago Office

Selling, buying or financing a business is a complex process that requires real experience, thorough preparation, skillful negotiation, and intimate knowledge of the marketplace. Through Corporate Finance Associates’ Chicago office, you’ll work a senior professional who can provide expert valuation, analysis, and negotiating skills, as well as access to a national and international network of industry experts and resources.

CFA Chicago represents clients in the sale, merger, purchase, financing and valuation of closely held businesses across the Americas with revenues of $5 Million to $250 Million. Every relationship is led by a senior level professional – from the beginning of the project to completion and beyond. CFA Chicago will provide a list of successful transactions and references prior to engagement.

Chicago Team

Serving as your partner throughout all phases of the transaction process, your CFA principal will guide you through every challenge, advocate on your behalf, and leverage our firm’s wealth of experience and resources to see you through to a successful close.

	Robert Contaldo Robert J. Contaldo is the Managing Partner of CFA's Chicago Office, and is a nationally recognized speaker and expert in the M&A field. During his 25-year M&A career, Mr. Contaldo has originated ... Read More »
	Joseph Contaldo Joseph Contaldo began his Investment Banking career with Corporate Finance Associates through the company's Chicago Internship Program.  He later joined the company full time as as Associate ...  Read More »
	John Sheridan John Sheridan is a highly experienced M&A professional with over 15 years in the industry. He has acted as a seller's advisor for numerous middle-market companies over the years. In 2005... Read More »
	Jean Grice Jean Grice brings over ten years of broad business experience to Corporate Finance Associates.  She previously held several positions in information systems, including programmer/analyst and ... Read More »
	Anthony Contaldo Anthony M. Contaldo has been in the M&A field since 2002 and currently serves as Director of Finance for the Chicago office of CFA. Anthony has worked with clients in a broad range of industries... Read More »

Choosing an investment banking firm is not easy. For many business leaders it is often a once in a lifetime decision.  If you harbor any doubts about the next step, call us. Selecting an experienced and knowledgeable firm that is a strong advocate for your interests will provide the confidence and security inherent in making the right decision.