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Michael Lynch
Michael Lynch
Associate
Education & Qualifications
University of Colorado-Boulder, Leeds School of Business, BSBA, Finance
Michael Lynch
Associate

Michael has diverse experience in financial services and investment banking with specialization in M&A, real estate, data analysis and project management. At Harney, he supports client engagements and transactions with a broad range of services including financial modeling, market research, and industry and transaction analysis.

Previously, Michael was an Investment Banking Analyst at BaseRock Partners in Denver where he focused on M&A and ESOP transactions within the Engineering and Construction (E&C) sector. His experience encompasses initial pitches to successful closures — with a focus on building valuation and ownership transfer models, development of marketing material, and more.

 

Representative Engagements
Investment Banking
  • Facilitated M&A sell-side/buy-side and ESOP transactions, representing both public and private Engineering and Construction clients.
  • Played a pivotal role on deal teams, contributing through pitch creation, market research, valuations, due diligence, marketing materials, client interactions, negotiations, and transaction closures.
  • Analyzed business metrics and provided owners with a spectrum of viable exit strategies.
Real Estate
  • Devised and implemented finance and accounting systems for numerous owner-operators of residential real estate portfolios.
  • Analyzed market trends and delivered recommendations to owners aimed at maximizing profits.
  • Oversaw and managed the renovation process of multi-family and commercial properties, ensuring optimal outcomes.
Financial and Business Analyses
  • Conducted in-depth analyses of financial and operational metrics across various companies.
  • Identified inefficiencies and new opportunities
  • Collaborated with team and owners to streamline workflows, foster strategic partnerships, and analyze prevailing capital structures to enhance performance while mitigating risk.

Recent Blog Posts & Presentations By Michael Lynch
June 26, 2026
When to Raise Capital: Timing, Debt, and Equity Placements

Most capital raises that go wrong do not fail because of the deal structure. They fail because of the timing. A company can have a sound growth plan, a credible…Read More

May 26, 2026
Developing an Effective Business Exit Strategy

How Business Owners Can Plan for a Successful Transition  Most business owners spend years building value, but far fewer invest the time to plan how they will realize it. The…Read More

April 8, 2026
How Economic Cycles Impact M&A Activity in Middle Market Companies

Middle market M&A activity rarely slows because companies stop performing. More often, it slows or accelerates because buyers change their risk assessment. Economic cycles influence not just whether deals happen,…Read More

January 29, 2026
Risk, Return, and Price: How Implied Cost of Capital Shapes M&A Valuations

In mergers and acquisitions, it is not uncommon for two companies with similar revenue, EBITDA, or growth profiles to command materially different valuations. While these disparities are often attributed to…Read More

December 2, 2025
How and When to Inform Employees About a Sale

Selling a business is a significant milestone for any owner. Alongside the financial, legal, and operational work that goes into a transaction, there is a people component that’s just as…Read More