Your Business Exit
Deserves Expert Guidance.
BCI helps business owners navigate the complex process of selling their company or growing through strategic acquisitions — maximizing value at every step.
Our Advisory Services
Guiding You Through Every Stage
Whether you're ready to exit your business or looking to accelerate growth through acquisition, BCI provides the expertise and network to achieve your goals.
Sell Your Business
We prepare business owners for the complex process of selling their company — from initial valuation through closing. Our confidential, structured approach ensures you receive maximum value while protecting your legacy.
- Business valuation & market positioning
- Confidential buyer identification & screening
- Deal structuring & negotiation support
- Financial documentation & due diligence prep
Grow by Acquisition
For owners looking to accelerate growth, strategic acquisitions can be transformative. BCI identifies ideal acquisition targets, structures favorable deals, and guides you through a seamless integration process.
- Target identification & market analysis
- Growth strategy & acquisition roadmap
- Valuation, financing & deal structuring
- Integration planning & post-close support
Free Consultation
Not sure where to start? Let's talk.
A confidential 30-minute conversation to understand your goals and explore your options.
How We Work
Our Proven 6-Step Process
A disciplined, confidential approach that has guided hundreds of business owners to successful outcomes.
Confidential Discovery
We begin with a private consultation to understand your business, goals, timeline, and financial expectations. Everything discussed remains strictly confidential.
Business Valuation
Our team conducts a comprehensive valuation using industry-standard methodologies — EBITDA multiples, DCF analysis, and comparable market transactions.
Strategic Positioning
We prepare your business for market: organizing financials, identifying value drivers, and crafting a compelling Confidential Information Memorandum (CIM).
Qualified Buyer Outreach
Leveraging our extensive network, we confidentially approach pre-qualified strategic and financial buyers who align with your business profile.
Negotiation & Deal Structuring
We manage all offers, counter-offers, and deal structures — protecting your interests and maximizing transaction value throughout the negotiation process.
Due Diligence & Closing
BCI coordinates due diligence, works alongside your legal and tax advisors, and guides the transaction to a successful, timely close.
Ready to begin your journey?
About BCI
Experience You Can Trust
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25+
Years of Business
& M&A Experience
Founder & CEO
Gary L. Smith
"Every business owner deserves an advisor who treats their life's work with the same care and dedication they have invested over the years."
Gary L. Smith is the Founder and CEO of Business Consultants International, Inc. (BCI), bringing 45+ years of entrepreneurial and business advisory experience. With decades of expertise in M&A transactions, business acquisitions, and commercial real estate, Gary has guided hundreds of business owners through the most significant financial transactions of their lives.
Gary's approach is rooted in trust, transparency, and deep industry expertise. Beyond client work, he is passionate about educating entrepreneurs through his media platform, "BCI Media," and his weekly "Build Your Business Mondays" community — where he shares strategies for business growth, acquisition, and succession planning.
- 45+ years of business and entrepreneurial experience
- Founder & CEO, Business Consultants International, Inc.
- Author of '5 Keys To Create Passive Income With Commercial Real Estate'
- Columnist, Detroit Smart Pages Magazine
Proven Track Record
Hundreds of successful transactions across diverse industries and deal sizes.
Buyer Network
Access to a curated network of strategic buyers, private equity firms, and family offices.
Confidential Process
Your employees, customers, and competitors never know your business is for sale.
Complimentary Valuation
What is Your Business Worth?
Request a no-obligation business valuation assessment and discover your company's market value.
Client Testimonials
Trusted by Business Owners
Hear from owners who have successfully navigated their business transitions with BCI's guidance.
"Gary is in a league of his own. His passion, positive energy, expertise, and integrity sets him apart from anyone else. I worked with Gary on my first real estate deal. Gary took the time and patience to teach me the fundamentals of real estate. This included teaching me the financial life cycles when purchasing real estate investment property. He was patient in walking me through a deal. His positive and infectious energy gave me the motivation to never give up. The positive energy each day gave me the confidence that I needed to purchase my first property."
B Harris
1st Lead Software Engineer
"Gary Smith is a results oriented professional. Some consultants talk a good game with very little to no follow up. Gary's passion comes through as he is one of those half full vs. half empty kind of thinkers. It really came across when a group of investors were considering buying a radio station. Gary not only did research, he also reached out to set timelines and put a plan in place to make it happen. I strongly endorse Gary because he will get the DEAL DONE!"
M. Lewis
MPA, Aspen Fellow
"We worked with BCI to acquire three complementary businesses over two years. Gary's network and deal structuring expertise accelerated our growth trajectory. Our EBITDA has tripled since we started this acquisition strategy."
Thomas R.
President, Business Services Holding Co.
"As a minority-owned business, finding advisors who understood our unique position was critical. Gary not only delivered results but treated our company with genuine respect and professionalism throughout the entire process."
Keisha M.
Founder, Healthcare Administrative Services
"Gary's valuation methodology was eye-opening. He showed us how to optimize our business operations before sale, which increased our valuation by 30%. His strategic insights paid for his services many times over."
Robert D.
Owner, Professional Services Agency
"Mr. Gary L. Smith is one of the greatest examples of leadership and professionalism that I have seen in all facets of Business. Mr. Smith has a no nonsense winning approach to getting results, a Master negotiator. Gary has maintained Integrity, honesty and a great sense of humor, along with a positive attitude. He helped me increase revenues by over 28% with strategic and programmatic restructuring of my business model. Whoever sits in the presence of Gary L. Smith would immediately agree that he is an amazing individual. If you're desiring measurable outcomes, hands down I recommend Gary Smith."
Monique S. Carter
Founder/CEO, Carter & Associates Realty, Luxury Home Specialist, Michigan's Professional Athlete Relocation Advisor
98%
Client Satisfaction Rate
45
Avg. Days to First LOI
15%
Above Asking Price (Avg.)
75+
Closed Transactions
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All information shared with BCI is held in strict confidence. We will never contact your employees, customers, or competitors without your explicit consent.