M&A advisorSell-side
Carleton McKenna & Co
Cleveland, OH
Profile last reviewed
October 2026
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Overview
Overview of Carleton McKenna & Co
Carleton McKenna & Co is a Cleveland-based investment bank that represents founders, owners and operators of middle market companies in exclusive sell-side transactions. Its focus includes business-to-business services, construction, specialty manufacturing and industrials, and consumer companies. Founded in 2001, the firm says it has closed hundreds of transactions and averages a 20% or greater purchase price increase from indication of interest to letter of intent since January 2021.
Named principal
Paul H. Carleton
Profile details
Details for Carleton McKenna & Co
- Representation
- Sell-side
- Firm type
- M&A advisor
- Based in
- Cleveland, OH
- Engagement coverage
- Nationwide
- Industry focus
- Professional services · Construction and home services · Manufacturing and industrial · Consumer, retail, and e-commerce
Office locations
Headquarters and public offices
Headquarters
Cleveland, OH
Profile sources
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Firm website
carletonmckenna.com · checked October 2026