About us
Aethlon Capital is a team of investment bankers specializing in mergers and acquisitions, growth capital, and strategic advisory services for privately-owned companies. For over 25 years, this single focus has given us a unique understanding of the markets and the players. We dig deep to uncover the story behind the numbers and deliver the right deal for you.
Large investment banks often attempt to dazzle clients with a senior-level “pitch team”, then pass the real work down to the junior level. At Aethlon, Who You See Is Who You Get: our A-Team of financial professionals. We take the time to understand your business and your goals, then create a plan to achieve them. And we’re proud of our reputation as trusted partners of business owners who seek our guidance and expertise.
We have significant experience selling and raising capital for a wide variety of manufacturing and distribution companies, including industrial products, consumer products, specialty chemicals, electronics, office equipment, and recycling industries.
Based on our deep experience in the transportation & logistics industry, we've built an extensive network of buyers interested in both asset-light and asset-heavy companies. During the sale process, we highlight the value inherent in your company to attract the right buyer - one who will continue to be as good a steward of your business as you have been.
More and more, company valuations are defined by their technology platform and digital capabilities. Our experience includes software, information technology, high-tech materials, and semiconductors. We're able to simplify complex technologies and articulate the true value of your platform, product, or service, and its growth potential to investors and acquirers.
During our 25 year history, we've built strong relationships with private equity funds and strategic buyers interested in acquiring specialty retailers, apparel companies, branded consumer products and e-commerce businesses, food and beverage companies, and national restaurant chains.
The word aethlon means “reward” in ancient Greek. We know you’ve worked hard to get where you are. Our job is to be sure you get the full “reward” for your successful efforts.
When we talk with business owners, one of their first questions is, “Is this a good time to sell my company?” My answer is often the same—it’s not about timing the market. It’s about your company. The economic climate is important, but a company’s performance and growth potential are what
Sima Griffith, Aethlon founder and Managing Principal, recently participated in a FEI Twin Cities, Private Directors Association®- Minnesota Capital Markets and M&A Update panel alongside Jared Brown, Jay Trumbower, Elizabeth Lilly, and Nii Quaye (pictured left to right). The discussion presented M&A landscape highlights that could impact today’s business owners.
Getting ready to sell your company can feel like a huge undertaking. “We put it off for years because it’s so time-consuming,” some clients confide. At Aethlon we’ve focused on five key areas that business owners should address before selling to position their company for success. For simplicity, we refer
Minneapolis investment banking firm: mergers & acquisitions, growth capital financing, and strategic advisory services.
1786 James Avenue S
Minneapolis, MN 55403