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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
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

October 21, 2025
Avoiding Common Mistakes in Middle-Market Transactions

Valuing a middle-market company is often more art than science. Unlike large-cap transactions, where abundant data and market comparables simplify the process, middle-market valuations come with nuances that require careful…Read More