David Downing

Helping people buy and sell small businesses with honesty, clarity, and real founder experience.

Role
Director of m & a Services at Cooper Cpa Group, Pc
Location
Houston, TX, US
LinkedIn followers
500 followers
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About David Downing

Helping Business Owners Build, Scale, and Exit with ConfidenceAs a former founder who…

Experience

  1. Director of m & a Services

    Cooper Cpa Group, Pc

    Oct 2025 — Present · Houston, TX, US

    I lead the M&A Advisory practice at Cooper CPA Group, helping Texas business owners, investors, and advisors navigate valuations, acquisitions, and exits with clarity and confidence.Our team provides integrated support across tax, accounting, and transaction advisory so clients can make informed financial decisions at every stage of ownership, from growth and optimization to exit and transition.Key areas of focus:• Business valuation and financial analysis• Exit readiness and succession planning• Buy-side advisory and deal structuring• Due diligence and quality of earnings reviews• Tax planning and bookkeeping cleanup for M&A readinessWhat sets Cooper CPA Group apart is our hands-on approach. We are more than accountants. We are advisors who understand the human and financial sides of every transaction.

Education

  • Rice University

    BA

    2006 — 2010

  • The University of Texas at Austin - The Red McCombs School of Business

    Master's degree

    2011 — 2012

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