Douglas Pendleton
Connecting Buyers & Sellers
Doug Pendleton combines real-world ownership experience with strategic M&A leadership to guide business owners through some of their most important financial decisions. As a founder, operator, and advisor, Doug understands the operational pressures and long-term planning required to build—and successfully exit—a business.
How Doug Helps Clients Achieve Their Goals
With a strong track record of building and monetizing businesses, Doug is known for helping clients unlock value through thoughtful preparation, strategic positioning, and disciplined deal execution. As Managing Director and Senior M&A Advisor at George & Company, he works closely with business owners to develop customized exit strategies and oversee every stage of the transaction process.
Doug founded and grew Pendleton Printers into a $4 million direct marketing company with 32 employees, serving nationally recognized brands including Dunkin’ Donuts, Fidelity Investments, Commerce Insurance, and Fallon Healthcare. In response to industry-wide digital disruption, he led five strategic acquisitions, consolidated competitors, and successfully positioned the business for a seven-figure exit.
Having personally navigated growth, acquisition, and exit, Doug brings a practical, owner-first perspective to every engagement. Clients value his ability to identify opportunities, mitigate risk, and drive outcomes that align with both financial objectives and long-term goals.
Sellers
Representation designed to maximize value and ensure a successful transition.
Buyers
Strategic Guidance to help identify, evaluate, and acquire the right opportunity.
Valuations
Understand your company’s true market value and plan your exit with confidence.
About George & Company
With over four decades of experience, George & Company is a trusted advisor to business owners seeking to sell, acquire, or transition privately held companies. Founded by entrepreneurs, the firm blends transaction expertise with real operating insight—delivering a highly personalized, confidential approach to every engagement.
Why did I Join George & Company?
“After selling my business, I was searching for my next mission. Having experienced the challenges and navigating complex transactions myself, helping other business owners seemed like a natural next step. Selling a business is often a business owner’s largest financial transaction. I like to believe that my clients appreciate an open, honest approach throughout the critical process of selling their business. Nothing is more rewarding than turning seemingly impossible deals into successful outcomes.”
Doug Pendleton
Managing Director, Senior M&A Advisor and Business Broker
Industry Expertise
Doug’s background spans a range of industries where operational efficiency, market positioning, and scalability directly impact valuation. His experience includes direct marketing, print and media services, business services, and companies navigating industry disruption or consolidation.
This diverse exposure allows him to identify key value drivers, position businesses competitively, and connect clients with qualified buyers—ultimately structuring transactions that maximize return while supporting each owner’s broader vision.
industrial
- Manufacturing
- Aerospace
- Fabrication & Assembly
Construction
- HVAC
- Construction
- Specialty Contractors
Distribution
- Logistics
- Service-Based Businesses
- Field Service Companies