Terry Watts

As a Certified Merger & Acquisition Professional (CM&AP) and Marine Corps Veteran, I specialize in the confidential sale and strategic transition of privately held companies. My approach is defined by technical precision and a deep understanding of the owner’s perspective, gained through seven years of buying and selling my own enterprises. I provide a sophisticated, two-pillar approach to M&A. First, as a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) and Exit Factor consultant, I work with owners to accelerate value and optimize SDE multiples well before the market phase. Second, as a Senior Associate with Murphy Business Sales, I execute the transaction with institutional-grade rigor—utilizing professional valuations, global marketing reach, and structured buyer-vetting systems. I am committed to bridging the gap between business operations and a successful exit, ensuring that every client I represent maximizes their enterprise value and secures their legacy.