XPX New York City | Inside the Lower Middle Market: Deal Flow, Trends & What’s Actually Closing in 2026

Join Axial for a data-driven look at the lower to mid-market M&A landscape, highlighting real-time deal flow, active sectors, evolving buyer behavior, and what’s actually closing in today’s market. We’ll also cover valuation trends, capital availability, and key transaction dynamics. Designed for advisors across the deal ecosystem- lenders, attorneys, CPAs, investment bankers, and intermediaries - this session will deliver practical insights to help you navigate and execute more effectively in today’s environment.

Our Speaker:

Andrew Lowis
Business Development
Axial

Andrew Lowis is a New York-based business development and finance professional focused on M&A, deal-sourcing platforms, and capital markets. As Business Development Manager at Axial, he partners with investment banks and M&A advisors to expand access to deal flow while helping shape product improvements. Previously at PitchBook Data, he sold to private equity, venture capital, and investment banking teams, consistently exceeding quota. Earlier roles include growing a $2B AUM private-wealth book at AllianceBernstein in Miami and taking a working gap year in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. He holds a BS in Finance from Florida State University and is FINRA-licensed.


Registration Fees:

XPX NY and Tri-State Members in good standing are complimentary, so join Today!

There is no charge for this event but registration is required for catering planning and building access.

Non-members:

$75.00 Early Bird (through 4/20)
$90.00 Regular Fee$100.00 Same Day Registration/Walk-In Fee

XPX Chapter Network Members:

$65.00 Early Bird (through 4/20)
$75.00 Regular Fee
$85.00 Same Day Registration/Walk-In Fee

Breakfast will be provided.

First Time Guest:  Complimentary pass for potential members to a first XPX event.  Member referral is required. Member (not guest) must email angie@exitplanningexchange.com to register a FIRST TIME guest.