MergerMaven Defined n. 1. a creative, trustworthy and tenacious, exit planning, business sale, merger & acquisition professional with 25 years of experience. 2. known for giving value first to prospects & clients. 3. candid and direct...won't tell you what you want to hear. 4. won't suggest a client exit/sell their business if it's not the right time to do so. 5. always gives more than he expects to get. 6. connected to business buyers, sellers and financing sources. 7. seeks advice from other mavens to benefit a client. 8. at the end of the assignment is thought of by clients as a trusted advisor and friend for life.