First Chicago Advisors specializes in executing strategic financial advice.
Specialists in corporate development solutions, we provide merger and acquisition and structural capital advisory services.
Whether you are a Fortune 500 Corporation or a privately held middle-market firm, formulating a sound business strategy is critical to maximizing shareholder value.Combining seasoned, experienced corporate finance and operating executives’ knowledge yields powerful results - that optimizes value.
First Chicago Advisors is a reliable business partner with a proven track record for executing strategic financial advice and services.
First Chicago Advisors understands the process, has the tools, experience and resources to manage the process, and recognizes that understanding and working well with people is a key ingredient for success.
First Chicago Advisors (FCA) always provides senior level attention from Wall Street trained professionals. We are not a commercial bank hoping to be an investment bank or a boutique masquerading as a “fund – less” equity sponsor.
FCA is an advisory firm you can trust and rely on to get the best possible strategic advice – free of conflicts or hidden agendas. Think First!
FCA will formulate a strategy to maximize shareholder value by aligning a company with its strategic goals through such vehicles as:
- Acquisitions or Divestitures
- Financing Alternatives
- Operating Changes
- Alliances and Strategic Partners
We will:
- Conceptualize and execute a strategic direction.
- Evaluate business and financial alternatives.
- Analyze and assist in implementation of appropriate capital structuring.
- Negotiate and secure financing.
- Recommend, where appropriate, operating changes.
- Facilitate and optimize negotiations.
- Provide the resources and ability to serve as interim management during transitions, if needed.
First Chicago Advisors is a bonded registered broker/dealer with FINRA and SIPC


