A journey of collaboration: the Oaklins virtual tour begins in Atlanta

For 40 years, Oaklins has been dedicated to helping clients succeed through strong relationships, deep expertise and seamless global collaboration. To mark this milestone, we are launching the Oaklins virtual tour — a journey through our offices around the globe, showcasing the people, insights and values that set us apart.

Virtual tour

Each stop will feature a local Oaklins team, their take on the market and the value they create for clients worldwide. Alongside industry expertise, we’ll highlight major events we host, causes we champion and initiatives that reflect our values. New stories will be added throughout the year, offering clients and peers an opportunity to get to know our people, our culture and the way we work.

And what better place to start than Atlanta, the city where our story began.

From a shared vision to a global organization

On 2 April 1985, a group of forward-thinking M&A professionals gathered in Atlanta, USA, with a bold vision: to create a global team of independent firms, combining local market expertise with international execution. This vision became M&A International, which later evolved into Oaklins — now the world’s leading mid-market M&A advisory organization.

From the very beginning, trust and collaboration have been at the heart of our approach. We knew that successful cross-border deals require more than just a global presence — they depend on strong relationships and deep expertise. That’s why we made it a priority to connect, exchange knowledge and build trust — meeting twice a year to strengthen our foundations for superb client cooperation.

Oaklins in 2025: global strength, local expertise

Today, Oaklins unites 850 professionals across 40 countries, working as one agile, entrepreneurial team. Our fast-moving, client-first approach ensures that every deal benefits from senior-level involvement, delivering tailored expertise and smooth execution at every stage.

Why this matters for our clients

In complex cross-border transactions, the right advisor makes all the difference. At Oaklins, senior professionals are involved at every stage, ensuring that clients benefit from deep industry expertise, global reach and an unwavering commitment to results. Our flat hierarchy and entrepreneurial mindset allow us to act swiftly and strategically, ensuring every deal receives the attention, insight and agility it deserves.

The strength of Oaklins lies in its people — highly experienced, globally connected professionals who genuinely care about their clients. Our seamless collaboration across borders is built on trust, expertise and a shared commitment to delivering the best possible outcomes. JUAN PABLO BAYTER, PRESIDENT, OAKLINS

Oaklins at a glance

• 850 professionals
• 60 offices in 40 countries
• Thousands of mid-market deals closed
• 81 global conferences organized