T.V. Metz & Co., LLC is a boutique investment banking firm specializing in mergers and acquisitions. Our primary focus is selling companies whose value is intangible, typically in the technology and service industries.

Transaction values typically range from $3 million to $35 million. Our clients vary from small closely-held technology and service companies to mid-sized public companies. We offer committed attention on these smaller transactions typically not provided by the larger banks.

The firm has been active in mergers and acquisitions for 28 years. We have worked with companies across North America and Europe.

Books by Thomas Metz:

John Wiley & Sons, November 2008
Hardcover, 326 pages

Companies with strategic value—as opposed to financial value—are predominantly found in the fast-changing technology, software, and service industries. In Selling the Intangible Company, Tom Metz helps entrepreneurs and venture capitalists understand the nuances of selling a company whose value is strategic. He addresses the key issues involved when the value is in a company's technology, software, and know-how—but has not yet shown up on its balance sheet.

Drawing from his 28 years of experience in this area, Metz reveals the best time to sell and he debunks the myths surrounding the sale process. He offers advice on negotiating the price of an intangible company and identifies common negotiating mistakes. He also explains why a CEO should not sell the company himself. Selling the Intangible Company is an essential read for for technology CEOs who need to understand the nuances of selling a company with intangible value. (Click here for more information.)

Cal Business Article

Tom Metz was featured in Cal Business Magazine, Winter 2010 edition. The article discusses why Tom started his business, the concept of negotiating as a high stakes poker game, and the freedom of flying his airplane. (Click here to view the article.)

Entrepreneurial Excellence Radio Interview

Tom Metz was interviewed by Frank DeRaffele, the host of the Entrepreneurial Excellence radio show on WTBQ in New York. In this interview Tom discusses the myths associated with the sale of a company when the value is strategic. (Click here for more information on this interview.)