Amy serves as a trusted M&A Advisor, Certified Business Broker and transaction dealmaker specializing in the confidential sale of privately owned companies, business valuations and exit strategy planning. Holding top industry credentials, she helps clients navigate the complex process with a systematic approach, customized marketing, strong negotiation skills and focus on a positive outcome. Amy is a regarded industry conference presenter, M&A education course instructor and speaks publicly to business owners and their advisors on topics including Exit Strategy Planning, Maximizing Business Value and Preparing a Business for Sale or Acquisition.

Ms. Cole been advising Business Owners, Entrepreneurs and CEOs throughout her entire career and demonstrated exemplary success by closing complex business transactions, strategically positioning companies for growth and bringing hundreds of products to market. Her progressive background includes Vice President roles in high tech marketing, sales and operations (20+ years) with venture backed start-ups, mid-market firms, 7 years with a marketing agency and public companies as well as the ownership of her own consulting practice and 10+ years as Principal & President of ABI. Diverse experience includes manufacturing, distribution, business services, retail and advertising. In addition, she’s served in long-term Board Advisor roles as a Chair with governance oversight. Amy lives in the SF Bay ARea with her husband and highschool son while supporting 2 other sons in college.

• Key Credentials & Designations -MBA, Santa Clara University, CA -M&AMI (Certified Mergers & Acquisitions Master Intermediary), M&A Source -CBI (Certified Business Intermediary), IBBA -CBB (California Certified Business Broker), CABB -Licensed California Real Estate Broker, BRE -Masters Studies, Psychology, Antioch University, CA -BA, Business & Communications, Concordia College, MN Professional & Philanthropy: -The Gratitude Network, Board Director -Women’s Presidents’ Organization: Diablo Chapter Member -M&A Source: Instructor & Education Committee Member -Provisors: East Bay M&A Affinity Group Leader & Member -CABB: Credentialing Committee Member (current), Past President, Exec Committee, Conference Chair & Board Member (10 years) -Hawks Education Fund (NP): Founding President & Board Member (6 years) -The Entrepreneurial Edge: Business Coach (4 years) -Boy Scouts of America: Merit Badge Counselor