M&A ADVISORY

Maximising value through superior execution.

Southgate Partners is an independent M&A advisory firm based in Melbourne, serving clients Australia-wide. We manage business sales, capital raisings and other transactions impacting ownership, with a focus on businesses valued between $10 million and $100 million.

Capabilities

We pride ourselves on helping business owners to unlock value through strategic advice and project execution. Our services include:

BUSINESS SALES & DIVESTMENTS

Working closely with business owners to design and execute a confidential sale process, tailored to their needs.

EXIT & SUCCESSION PLANNING

Establishing a plan 12-24 months ahead of a sale process, with a focus on driving value and reducing deal risk.

PRIVATE CAPITAL RAISINGS

Connecting business owners with the right investors to help grow their business and managing the process through to completion.

BUSINESS ACQUISITIONS

Helping businesses to identify acquisition targets and execute transactions.

BUSINESS VALUATIONS

Providing an independent assessment of business value for shareholders.

STRATEGIC ADVICE

Consulting on matters such as strategic options, funding mix and forecasting.

Recent deals

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Tombstone - Safic & IP
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About us

Southgate Partners was founded in 2020 by Chris Taylor and Ed Rice, who bring over 20 years' combined M&A experience from senior roles at PwC. We apply best-in-class, large-transaction methodologies to the underserved $10 million to $100 million market.

WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE US

Exceptional, specialised service

We specialise in businesses valued between $10 million and $100 million. Our clients vouch for our work. You can browse our successful projects here.

Genuine passion

We are business owners ourselves, and we invest everything into our clients' success.

Independence

Unlike larger, multi-disciplinary firms, we have no conflicts of interest. Our focus is entirely on our clients' business.

Flexible fee structures

As an independent advisory firm, we can offer great value for money and flexible terms.

Latest news and insights

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1 July 2026

Sale of NAC to Muehlhan Wind Service

Southgate Partners is pleased to have assisted the shareholders of Nati Access Company (NAC) with a sale to German-based Muehlhan  Wind Service.

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30 June 2026

Acquisition of EFA by Neuroinclusive Network

Southgate Partners advised on the successful acquisition of Employ for Ability (EFA) completed by Neuroinclusive Network.