About the team:

Aria Ryan

Aria brings significant expertise in acquisition strategy, financial structuring and transaction execution. Her background includes working with independent acquirers to source, evaluate, and complete transactions across a wide variety of sectors in the UK mid-market.

With a sharp eye for value and a collaborative approach to dealmaking, Aria manages the financial, legal, and process elements of each acquisition. She ensures every deal is structured to support continuity, protect the interests of sellers and staff, and provide a strong platform for future growth. Having guided numerous business owners through successful exits and helped acquirers identify businesses that align with their strategic ambitions, Aria is skilled at creating partnerships that deliver long-term value for all stakeholders.

Key strengths:

• Acquisition negotiation and due diligence coordination
• Transaction structuring and financing
• Collaborative seller engagement and transition planning
• Post-deal integration and strategic optimisation
• Matching business owners and acquirers to achieve successful, value-driven transactions
• Strategic growth planning and operational improvement