John O'Dore is a finance expert and co-founder of Chinook Capital Advisors, a top M&A advisory firm located in the Pacific Northwest. With over 60 years of combined experience, they specialize in serving the needs of lower-middle market businesses, which typically generate $10m to $100m in revenue. John is a graduate of Seattle University, Yale in China, and Gonzaga University, where he studied Business Administration, Chinese Studies, and Finance with Jesuit Values. With an extensive background in investment banking, corporate development, and commercial real estate, John helps family and privately-held companies with full company sales, recapitalization events, and transaction planning and preparation services. He has a team of highly skilled professionals from the Northwest, with roots in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho. The team has an excellent understanding of the region's dynamics and opportunities across various industries, including manufacturing, distribution, aerospace & defense, business services, technology, healthcare, consumer products, retail, food & beverage. John is approachable and welcomes introductory meetings to discuss business valuation, transaction readiness issues, and evaluate a range of business transition alternatives.