Gail Sagel is a seasoned business strategist with extensive experience in investment banking, entrepreneurship, and mergers and acquisitions. Her career began on Wall Street with Bear Stearns Inc., where she honed her skills in transaction analysis, market strategy, and client advisory, working with major oil companies, banks, and energy firms.
Leveraging her financial expertise, Gail transitioned to entrepreneurship, founding and successfully exiting a pioneering cosmetics and spa business. Her venture, which offered aesthetic services and upscale indie beauty brands, was ahead of its time, predating industry giants like Sephora and Ulta. This entrepreneurial success provided Gail with invaluable insights into preparing a business for sale and maximizing its value.
As a master networker and innovative thinker, Gail has guided businesses in the beauty, medical, consumer packaged goods, and manufacturing sectors through her consulting firm, enhancing valuations and driving growth. Her M&A advisory expertise and unique combination of creative vision and analytical rigor allow her to address complex challenges, making her an invaluable asset in facilitating successful transactions.
A graduate of the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business with a degree in Economics and Marketing, Gail now applies her strategic expertise at South Florida M&A Advisors, helping clients achieve their financial goals through personalized, collaborative advisory services.