Who we are
Anvil is a next-generation advisory firm dedicated to helping family and founder-owned businesses take the next step. We connect you with growth-minded investors and strategic partners who align with your goals.
What Sets Us Apart:
No Upfront Costs: We only succeed when you do and are paid exclusively by buyers.
Exclusive Focus on Business Owners: Your interests are our priority.
Customized Approach: Every business is unique, and so is our strategy.
Unmatched Energy: We are a driven, ambitious team tackling a traditional industry.
Philippe Didisheim
Founding Partner | Philippe@anvil.partners
Philippe previously served as Vice President of Deal Origination at a boutique investment banking and advisory firm. Prior to that, he was a Strategy Consultant at Atari. He received his B.A. in Economics and Philosophy from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Sam Cordell
Senior Associate | Scordell@anvil.partners
Sam joined Anvil Partners in June 2025 after previously working in sell-side advisory, covering Tech Services and Transportation & Logistics. He graduated with Honors from the Kenan-Flagler Business School at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he earned a BSBA with a minor in Sustainability Studies. Sam holds the FINRA SIE, Series 63, and Series 79 licenses. Outside of work, he enjoys watching movies, following UNC athletics, playing golf, and traveling.
Benton Drumm
Senior Associate | Bdrumm@anvil.partners
Prior to joining Anvil Partners in June 2025, Benton worked at a publicly traded legal technology company, where he was a leading enterprise sales professional working closely with General Counsel at Fortune 500 and large, publicly traded corporations. He graduated on the President’s List from Texas Tech University, earning a BA in Psychology and a minor in Business. Outside of work, Benton enjoys fishing and values community service, his close-knit family, and his faith.
Our Team
