At Best of Best Review, we are proud to name God Bless Retirement (GBR) as the Best M&A Advisory Firm in Fort Worth of 2025. This recognition honors a firm that has not only mastered the technical side of mergers and acquisitions but has also redefined what it means to serve business owners at one of the most pivotal moments of their professional lives.

In an industry often dominated by impersonal transactions, GBR has built a reputation for personalized guidance, financial precision, and steadfast client advocacy. Their focus is on lower middle-market businesses, companies with under $25 million EBITDA, that are often overlooked by larger firms. Yet GBR approaches these deals with the same rigor and strategy typically reserved for the largest corporate transactions.

A Journey Built on Personal Experience

The origins of God Bless Retirement are deeply personal. The firm’s story began when the Chicotsky family sold their own business. That experience navigating valuation, buyer negotiations, and the emotional toll of letting go sparked a mission to help others through the same process. Soon, friends and colleagues began turning to them for help with their own exits. What started as a family effort evolved into a specialized advisory firm with national reach.

Today, GBR offers end-to-end M&A services, from certified valuations to targeted buyer outreach, deal structuring, and post-close transition support. They maintain access to both private buyer networks and public marketplaces, ensuring each business receives the exposure and opportunity it deserves.

Leadership Rooted in Expertise

At the helm is Dr. Brandon Chicotsky, Ph.D., an Associate Professor of Professional Practice in Marketing at the TCU Neeley School of Business. Dr. Chicotsky’s career path is as dynamic as the deals he oversees ranging from U.S. Congressional lobbying for military allies, to private equity externships in Tel Aviv, to CMO roles in early-stage and venture-backed companies.

His academic and professional credentials are extensive:

• Ph.D. in Communication & Information Sciences – University of Alabama

• M.S. in Management – New York University

• Master of Legal Studies in Real Estate & Construction Law – Texas A&M School of Law

• B.A. – University of Texas at Austin

This rare combination of legal understanding, marketing strategy, and negotiation experience gives GBR’s clients a competitive edge at the deal table.

Why God Bless Retirement Earned This Award

Our committee selected GBR based on multiple criteria that reflect both measurable performance and qualitative excellence:

• Client-First Pricing – Transparent fee structures that prioritize seller and buyer outcomes over firm profits.

• Certified Valuation Expertise – In-depth financial analysis backed by certified valuation analysts.

• Tech-Driven Processes – Leveraging advanced digital platforms for market targeting, data management, and confidentiality.

• Middle-Market Skill for Lower-Market Deals – Applying enterprise-level strategy to smaller, yet highly significant, transactions.

• Comprehensive Deal Management – Handling every stage from valuation to final signatures, and even post-close planning.

• National & International Reach – A Fort Worth base complemented by global partner networks.

• Proven Success Stories – Repeat client referrals and completed transactions across diverse industries.

• Relationship-Centered Service – Maintaining discretion, respect, and trust at every stage.

• Marketplace Access – Connections to both private equity and strategic buyers, as well as public listings.

• Thought Leadership – Dr. Chicotsky’s academic work keeps GBR ahead of evolving market trends.

A Philosophy of Care and Precision

“Our mission is to redefine client care in business brokering,” says Dr. Chicotsky. “Every deal carries a story, years of dedication, and a legacy. We honor that by combining precision with a personal touch, ensuring our clients’ best interests are protected at every stage.”

This philosophy is visible in the way GBR approaches each engagement, not as a standard transaction, but as a unique journey that requires both financial savvy and emotional intelligence.

A Firm Positioned for the Future

The M&A landscape is evolving. Technology is accelerating deal timelines, cross-border transactions are becoming more common, and buyers are increasingly seeking niche opportunities. GBR is positioned at the forefront of these changes, using data analytics, strategic marketing, and curated buyer networks to deliver faster, better-aligned deals for their clients.

But perhaps the most telling indicator of GBR’s success is the trust they’ve earned. Many clients are referred by past sellers or buyers who were impressed not just by the deal outcome, but by the respect and clarity they experienced along the way.

The Bottom Line

Selling or acquiring a business is a defining moment financially, professionally, and personally. God Bless Retirement has mastered the balance of analytical precision and human understanding that such transactions demand. Their blend of family values, global perspective, and middle-market expertise makes them the clear choice for business owners who want a trusted partner in their M&A journey.

Pros of Working with God Bless Retirement:

• Expert valuations from certified professionals

• Transparent, client-focused pricing

• Technology-enhanced deal process

• Middle-market expertise tailored for lower-market transactions

• Nationwide service with international reach

• Leadership from an award-winning professor and seasoned entrepreneur

Headquarters: Fort Worth, Texas
Website: www.godblessretirement.com
LinkedIn: God Bless Retirement