Trending Up Business Services
At Trending Up Business Services, we help clients navigate the complex world of mergers and acquisitions with confidence. Whether buying, selling, or merging a business, our goal is simple: maximize value, minimize risk, and guide every deal with care and precision.
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Founded by Rich Giles—a former U.S. Air Force Instructor Pilot and Financial Advisor—our firm is grounded in leadership, discipline, and a passion for helping business owners achieve their biggest goals. Rich brings decades of experience and is personally involved in every transaction, ensuring each client’s objectives are met with strategic insight and hands-on support.
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At Trending Up, you’re not just getting a broker—you’re gaining a trusted partner committed to your long-term success.
Our Mission
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At Trending Up Business Services, we understand that buying or selling a business is often the most significant financial transaction of your life. Our mission is to make sure that our clients walk away with maximum value from their deals, while avoiding the common pitfalls that can derail even the most promising opportunities. We combine comprehensive market analysis, in-depth financial expertise, and a proactive approach to help you reach your goals, whether you’re an entrepreneur looking to acquire a business or a business owner ready to sell.
Extensive Network
Your Team For Every Stage of the Transition
Your Deal, Backed by a Powerful Network
At Trending Up Business Services, we bring more than expertise to the table—we bring a trusted, nationwide network of professionals ready to support every stage of your transaction.
Whether you're buying, selling, or merging, success depends on having the right partners. That’s why we work closely with attorneys, loan officers, tax advisors, financial planners, and industry experts—all experienced in the nuances of M&A.
From navigating legal contracts and securing financing to optimizing tax strategies and planning for life after the sale, our team is built to move your deal forward—smoothly, efficiently, and with confidence.
When you partner with us, you gain more than a service. You gain a strategic network designed to maximize value and minimize risk.
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All About Rich Giles
Rich Giles is the Founder of Trending Up Business Services and a seasoned expert in M&A advisory. A West Texas native and former US Air Force Instructor Pilot, Rich brings decades of leadership, integrity, and client-focused service to every transaction. His career began by serving military families as a licensed Financial Advisor, where he discovered a passion for helping people achieve dreams once thought out of reach. That passion eventually led him into business brokerage, where he now specializes in guiding business owners through successful exits and growth opportunities. Whether buying, selling, or merging, clients trust Rich for his honest guidance and unwavering commitment to their success.
