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Our Managing Director
Nick Olsen is the Managing Director of Cornerstone International Alliance (CIA), the only global partnership of mergers & acquisitions (M&A) firms focused on the lower middle market.
He has worked with hundreds of M&A professionals and organizations from around the world to develop and grow a high-value network of firms who advise their clients on the largest financial transaction of their life…the sale of their company.
With over 19 years of business development and sales experience, Nick has earned the respect and confidence of his partners to guide them in leveling up their practices. Nick’s work has helped some of the world’s best lower middle market firms, owners, and advisors, who have transacted on over 4,000 deals collectively. With his guidance and support, his partners surpassed over $1.1 billion in total enterprise value in the past two years, and changed the lives of over 300 business owners.
As a master connector, he can help any M&A firm multiply their network and bring the world to their clients.
As a Marketing Assistant, Libby aids in the creation and implementation of the marketing objectives at Cornerstone, highlighting Cornerstone’s thought leadership and expertise as the premier investment bank in the lower middle market.
Libby joined Cornerstone in 2024 after her graduation from the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee with her degree in Marketing. Previously, she had a marketing internship while in school where she managed social media platforms and updated the company’s website for their rebranding. Libby is passionate about creating an impact and using creativity to solve problems.
Libby’s hobbies include reading, traveling, trying new restaurants, and enjoying time outside.
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