
FREE EXCEL TEMPLATE
Due Diligence Checklist
Cover every angle.
- 13 DILIGENCE WORKSTREAMS: Including Commercial, Financial, Operational, Management, Brand, ESG, and more.
- 600+ DILIGENCE ITEMS: Plus which experts to engage and what questions to ask.
- 500+ DOCUMENT REQUESTS: Manage key deliverables, request dates, and points of contact.
- Track priority level, conviction status, skeletons, and notes all in one convenient Excel sheet.
Excel Download: Due Diligence Checklist
“Apex’s support greatly informed our understanding of key industry dynamics that ultimately helped us get comfortable with the investment target. Kelsey was extremely responsive during the process and sourced very high-quality advisors. Each call was productive, which created great efficiency on our end during this process.” Stonehenge Partners
“The calls we had were super informative—we spoke with the right leaders in the industry to get a better view.” Hamilton Robinson Capital Partners
“These calls were very helpful for this project, Michael quickly got us set up with a couple experts to reach out to and stayed close to our needs along the way.” Blue Point Capital Partners
“Kelsey was great—super communicative, found great advisors, incorporated feedback live into the search.” Hamilton Robinson Capital Partners
“The project went very well overall. The call we had was extremely helpful and all timelines were met. Although we passed on the investment opportunity, we were very happy with how the project went and all the help from our Apex Services Manager.” Lineage Capital
“Emily was fantastic. We had to ‘get smart’ on an industry that is new to us and Emily brought in incredibly impressive advisors very quickly. The calls were great, and Emily was a pleasure to work with. This project was another great reminder of why we chose Apex.” Granite Creek Capital Partners
“Andi was very helpful in sourcing experts across several different areas. They also provided feedback and insights into the market as they conducted research and outreach.” Saw Mill Capital
“Apex was a great partner on this project and was able to source several advisors where we had good calls and generated significant internal insights. This drove our conviction (to pass) on this opportunity but the experience overall was great.” Lineage Capital
“Apex did a great job facilitating the process and found some excellent people to speak with in the industry.” Shoreline Equity Partners
“Tim went above and beyond on our portfolio project, conducting thorough screening calls that were the crux of the research project. Tim’s work generated great insights for our team on the current state of the specialty market.” Lineage Capital
“Great executive finds on this project. We are still doing work on this but putting pause until our LOI on a proprietary deal has firmed up more.” Saw Mill Capital
“Great connections and quality calls that helped us get up to speed quickly.” Shoreline Equity Partners
Apex Leaders vs. Traditional Expert Networks
A database of generic advisors will only get you so far. This is where traditional expert network companies fall short–leaving you with recycled insights or copy-and-paste advice. The Apex approach is fundamentally different. We focus on custom research and tailored outreach to connect you with the right experts, every time.
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You own the relationship. Every advisor introduced is yours to keep and leverage. |
Upcharge for taking an expert “out of network.” |
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Fresh, bespoke research for every project–informed by market trends and tailored to your unique needs. No recycled insights. |
Reliance on keyword searches in existing databases. 2-3% of advisors do 90% of projects. |
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Custom intake for each engagement. We review the project and help outline your diligence needs. |
Clients are tiered and prioritized by annual call volume. |
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Full transparency via our client portal. Submit projects, track real-time status, and access engagement history in one spot. |
Project submission and status inquiries are handled through disconnected email chains. |
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Rigorous, PE-centric vetting. We call B.S. on someone else’s know-how. |
Volume-focused screenings that rely on surveys and self-reported data. |
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Monthly retainer for unlimited calls. Platform fees on closed deals. Our success is directly tied to yours. |
Bulk buying of expensive call credits you may not use. |
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24-hour cancellation notice. No long-term commitments. We earn your partnership on every project. |
Rigid contracts create an obligation instead of a partnership. |
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98% employee retention rate. Our team provides consistent, personalized service. |
Revolving door of account managers creates disjointed relationships and fragmented support. |
the apex playbook
Not the most experts. The right experts.
We’re committed to deep dives, not surface-level conversations. Our focus is on building conviction, not just providing information. We prioritize precision, partnership, and results–because we know the right expertise at the right time can make or break a deal.
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Thesis work is non-negotiable.
No thesis?
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Get a river guide.
Serious about closing?
You need an insider.
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Speak with the right people.
Not just industry experts.
The right experts for your deal.
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Use us for portcos.
Unlock their full potential.
Faster growth.
Better decisions.
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View us as your partner.
We’re an extension of your team.
Minus the overhead.
YOUR SUCCESS IS OUR SUCCESS
Compelling case studies

Private Equity Consulting Firms: Guiding Drone Sector Entry

Apex Leaders Drives Skylark’s Marketplace Optimization Deal

Functional Foods Ingredients Market: A Value Chain Deep Dive
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