Ian Faler

Alliance of M&A Advisors

Executive Board Member

eAcquisition.com

We are a leading acquisition service working with our exclusive partners to build
out a portfolio of successful businesses.
Spearheaded strategic partnerships to identify and acquire high-potential businesses, resulting in a 20% portfolio growth within the first year.
Led the development and implementation of a comprehensive due diligence process that reduced acquisition risks by 30%.
Initiated and nurtured relationships with key industry leaders, enhancing our market presence and facilitating smoother acquisition negotiations.
Oversaw the integration of acquired companies, ensuring a seamless transition, and maintaining a 95% retention rate of key personnel.
Developed a proprietary evaluation model to assess potential acquisition targets, improving investment efficiency by 25%.

Founder

Baker Group Merger and Acquisition Consultants, Inc. 

Drove the strategic direction of mergers and acquisitions, leading to significant growth in market presence and profitability through effective management of multiple locations and business units.
Championed business development efforts, enhancing P&L outcomes by empowering teams, fostering a culture of individual accountability, and aligning with overarching company objectives.
Specialized in mid-market focused private equity consulting, mastering target identification through rigorous diagnostics and benchmarks to prioritize acquisition opportunities effectively.
Crafted and executed M&A strategies tailored to each client's mission and objectives, significantly enhancing client satisfaction and deal success rates. Developed compelling equity stories and exit strategies,

Senior Vice President

Mergers and Acquisitions. Private equity consultant mid market focused

Mergers and Acquisitions Consultant

Red Dot Equity

**Absorbed by eAcquisition**
Mergers and Acquisitions.  Capital, Investor,  Private Equity Consultant
Faler Consultants, US Commodity

Managing Partner

E & R Industrial

• Metalworking Specialist with emphasis on cutting tools using Computer Numerical Control machinery
• Extensive knowledge of machine functions, metal properties, and mathematics to support metalworking projects
• Position solutions as a strategic advantage for key executives
• Articulate business drivers, balance sheets, and total cost of ownership concepts with executives and decision makers
• Establish and expand relationships with key executives and decision makers within each customer organization in the territory
• Strong process discipline, align planning objectives with a pipeline development process to grow and develop territory revenue
• Develop strategic plans and accurate forecasts for territory and accounts

Metalworking Consultant

Thomson Reuters

•Business and software consultant for CPA Firms
•Consults CPA firms on their business and how to find lack of productivity, more efficiency, profits and higher quality clients
•Applies knowledge of business and its constituent workflows to conceive and position value-added solutions to promote sales and revenue growth. 
•Strategically develops and executes a growth-centric account plan and own overall strategy for growth and revenue as appropriate. 
•Responsible for forecasting, keeps management in touch with accounts in a timely fashion, gathers intelligence on competitor activity, and gives feedback to other internal stakeholders. 
•Establishes strong, long-term customer relationships and cultivate new business opportunities. 
•Tracks customer activity in internal systems in order to execute on account strategy and identify additional opportunities. 
•Advances the sale, application and evolution of products within accounts.

CPA Consultant

Blue Star Alloys

•International trader of tool steel and tungsten carbide
•Develop sales and purchase negotiation strategies.
•Skillfully uses leveraged sourcing concept to generate new sourcing opportunities.
•Identifies and works with diverse suppliers
•Evaluates current and potential suppliers
•Negotiates with suppliers to meet quality, delivery, and cost objectives.

National Sales and Purchasing Manager (Consultant/Trader)

MSC Industrial Supply

Increased portfolio from $1,200,000 to over $4,000,000 while increasing margin over 4% in under 3 years with MSC Industrial Supply

•Grew sales to achieve department and corporate sales goals by developing existing accounts and penetration of newly assigned customers
•Identifies opportunities and makes product recommendations for customer-specific operational and technical needs

Territory Sales Representative

Highland Banc

*Start Up Company

•Performed internal office management functions with emphasis on computer systems management
•Developed strategic plans for growth and increased customer satisfaction

Operations

With over 16 years of experience in mergers and acquisitions and management, I am the Founder of eAcquisition.com, a leading acquisition service that works with our exclusive partners to build out a portfolio of successful businesses. I am also an Executive Board Member at Alliance of M&A Advisors, a global network of professionals dedicated to advancing the M&A industry.

As a M&A expert, I apply my skills and knowledge to identify, evaluate, and negotiate potential deals for our clients and partners. I leverage my network and relationships to generate new business opportunities and provide strategic guidance and support throughout the acquisition process. I have a proven track record of increasing attractiveness for investors and valuation by communicating compelling equity stories and exit values. My mission is to create value and growth for our clients and partners by finding and acquiring the best-fit businesses in the mid-market segment.

We are a leading acquisition service working with our exclusive partners to build out a portfolio of successful businesses.

Szarka Financial

Chief Operating Officer

Microsoft

Elite- special operations, hand selected to lead a team with a razor sharp focus on enterprise cloud solutions and services

Project Manager                                                       GDC Ringfence Operation 

Leading a team to sell, support, and service enterprise customers with cloud solutions and services

Cloud Solutions Manager

Achieved excellence in overall compliance, company policies, human resources, recruiting, and safety

HR | Operations Manager 

Established and serviced accounts with enterprise and community clients in Greater Cleveland

Business Manager

Brought the first Microsoft retail experience to Ohio. Introduced Surface through a world-wide kickoff initiative

Store Manager

FranklinCovey

Company leader in business development, retail, and workshop sales revenue, number one new store for sales performance, Interim District Manager as needed

Sr. Store | Sales Manager

Recognized for sales performance, trained local and regional employees, new store openings

Assistant Manager

Start-up team member, workshop sales leader, operations, merchandising

Productivity Consultant

National Association of REALTORS®

Professional Realtor

Ameritrust

Customer Service Representative Team Lead

Fazio's-Fisher Foods (Warren Village)

Customer Service Leader

Chief Operating Officer | Microsoft Alumnus

Since 2021, I’ve had the privilege of serving as Chief Operating Officer at Szarka Financial. I focus on aligning strategy with execution—leading daily operations while championing innovation in technology, business development, and regulatory compliance. My goal is to ensure every system, process, and initiative supports both client success and sustainable growth.

A Legacy of Leadership in Technology and Strategy

With over 30 years of experience, I’ve held transformative leadership roles at FranklinCovey and tech giant Microsoft. At Microsoft, I helped drive technology adoption and operational efficiency at scale. At FranklinCovey, I led teams through complex change initiatives with a focus on measurable outcomes.

Tech-Forward, AI-Aware Thinking

I view technology as a strategic asset and stay closely attuned to emerging tools like artificial intelligence. Whether enhancing workflows, improving decision-making, or exploring new efficiencies, I bring a thoughtful, innovation-driven mindset to every challenge.

Professional Integrity

I maintain an independent and focused professional network, with no affiliations to Cambridge Investment Research, Inc.

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