Thornwick is a buy-side advisory firm. Put simply, we help acquirers find their next deal.
Principles
Our relationships with sellers
If you’ve heard from us, it’s because a buyer we represent has a specific interest in your business. We have no motivation to twist your arm to sell your business, or even to chat with us, and we do not seek to represent you. Any conversation we have is strictly confidential — to get to know you, what you’ve built, and what you would be looking for in a potential sale.
Our relationships with acquirers
We primarily work with operating companies growing through strategic acquisitions. Every acquirer we work with has a track record of successful deals and has received significant investment earmarked for future M&A.
Values
We believe that great deals are often a clear fit for both parties and do not need to be forced. We place immense value on trust, clear communication, honest expectations, and we operate by these values in every interaction.
Research-driven approach
We spent two years building a proprietary dataset of every active acquirer and potential seller in the United States. It lets us research every approach carefully and move faster than any other sourcing firm.
Industries
Business Services
facilities services, environmental services, staffing, TIC, professional services, BPO
Industrials & Manufacturing
precision machining, metal fabrication, contract manufacturing, engineered components, industrial automation
Distribution
industrial distributors, electrical supply, plumbing supply, specialty distributors, MRO, VARs
Building Products & Trades
HVAC, plumbing, electrical, roofing, specialty contractors, building materials, restoration services
Consumer Products
food and beverage, pet products, personal care, household goods, durable goods, specialty retail
Software & IT Services
vertical SaaS, MSPs, IT consulting, systems integration
Healthcare Services
physician groups, dental practices, veterinary practices, home health, behavioral health, outpatient care, medical staffing
Transportation & Logistics
trucking, freight brokerage, 3PLs, warehousing, last-mile delivery
Team
Background
We’re a team of engineers by background, giving us a unique perspective in a traditionally non-technical discipline.
Track record
We’ve supported M&A sourcing efforts for over 100 of the most active acquirers in the US as well as 7 of the top 15 private equity firms.
Max NuyenCo-Founder 
Benjamin McKinzeyCo-Founder