Sheldon Bender is an M&A Associate with DSMA, specializing in mergers and acquisitions across the agriculture, construction equipment, and related sectors. With more than 30 years of experience in the agriculture industry, Sheldon brings a diverse background in agricultural sales, business development, commercial leadership, and strategic growth. Prior to joining DSMA, he held leadership and commercial roles with Pivot Bio, ADM, and Corteva Agriscience, developing deep knowledge of agricultural markets, customers, distribution channels, and industry trends. Throughout his career, Sheldon has worked closely with agricultural retailers, equipment dealers, manufacturers, distributors, and other key industry stakeholders. Throughout his career, Sheldon has built a reputation for developing trusted relationships, identifying growth opportunities, and delivering strategic solutions in relationship-driven markets. As an M&A Associate with DSMA, his focus will be on developing relationships with business owners and industry leaders while helping clients evaluate strategic alternatives, including growth, acquisitions, succession planning, recapitalizations, and ownership transitions. His firsthand commercial and leadership experience provides a practical understanding of the strategic opportunities and operational challenges facing middle-market businesses. Sheldon’s deep industry knowledge and established relationships across the agriculture and equipment sectors allow him to provide thoughtful, informed guidance.