M&A advisorSell-side
Arakelian & Associates
Chicago, IL
Profile last reviewed
October 2026
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Overview
Overview of Arakelian & Associates
Arakelian & Associates advises privately held, lower-middle-market business owners seeking liquidity. The firm provides sell-side M&A guidance, from early due diligence and preparation through strategy, buyer vetting, negotiation, and closing. Its industry experience includes manufacturing, healthcare and life sciences, technology, transportation and logistics, food and beverage, and distribution. Founder Gary Arakelian brings more than 30 years of corporate leadership and executive management experience.
Named principal
Gary Arakelian
CEO and Founder
Profile details
Details for Arakelian & Associates
- Representation
- Sell-side
- Firm type
- M&A advisor
- Based in
- Chicago, IL
- Engagement coverage
- Chicago, IL
- Industry focus
- Healthcare and medical practices · Manufacturing and industrial · Technology and software · Distribution and logistics · Food, hospitality, and franchise
Office locations
Headquarters and public offices
Headquarters
Chicago, IL
Profile sources
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Firm website
arakelianassociates.com · checked October 2026