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Steven Rafter

M&A Advisor at IAG M&A Advisors

Addison, TX Website 425-260-6420
Updated October 2026

About

Steven Rafter guides business sales for IAG M&A Advisors from initial qualification through buyer negotiations. His completed transactions span manufacturing, software, automotive, environmental, and service businesses. His last 8 sales met or exceeded full price; 5 closed for 100% cash. He coordinates with buyers, banks, and attorneys during transactions. Seller Ken Brown credited Rafter with securing $100K above an initial price. Rafter owned a utility auditing startup and served as its president, overseeing 50 employees. He directed marketing across 100 privately operated technical schools and colleges. He earned a BA in Speech-Communication from San Francisco State University magna cum laude. Department faculty voted him their most outstanding student. He served as Speaker of the Student Legislature and pursued MBA studies at Golden Gate University in San Francisco.

Who is a good fit for Steven Rafter

  • Owners of manufacturing businesses preparing for a negotiated sale.
  • Founders of software companies seeking an advisor for buyer negotiations.
  • Sellers of service businesses evaluating cash offers.

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Steven Rafter has completed sales involving manufacturing, software, automotive, environmental, and service businesses. His transaction history also includes construction chemicals and pool services.

Steven Rafter qualifies prospective businesses and works through offers with buyers. During negotiations, he coordinates with banks and attorneys as the transaction advances.

Steven Rafter closed his last 8 sales at full price or above. Of those sales, 5 closed for 100% cash. Seller Ken Brown credited him with securing $100K above an initial price.

Steven Rafter owned and led a utility auditing startup with 50 employees. He also directed marketing across 100 privately operated technical schools and colleges. He earned a BA in Speech-Communication from San Francisco State University and pursued MBA studies at Golden Gate University.

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