1stWEST Mergers & Acquisitions is a full-service international investment banking and advisory firm based in Evergreen, Colorado. Founded in 2007 by Ted Rieple, the firm specializes in serving the underserved lower middle-market, focusing on companies with annual sales typically between $10 million and $100 million. With a team of approximately 6–11 employees, 1stWEST operates across North America and Latin America, maintaining a global presence with Managing Directors in several countries, including the United States, Mexico, and Brazil. The firm offers a range of financial advisory services,