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Meet Our Team

Integrity. Vision. Success.

Talon Kuhns, CM&AP, M&AMI

Talon Kuhns, CM&AP, M&AMI

CEO/Founder

Talon is a highly experienced and accomplished business intermediary and M&A advisor.

He holds the Certified Mergers & Acquisitions Professional (CM&AP) and Mergers & Acquisitions Master Intermediary (M&AMI) designations. Talon has a proven track record of closing mutually beneficial transactions and forging long-lasting business relationships with sellers and buyers.

Talon demonstrates a high degree of focus and dedication while leading transactions on behalf of his clients. He is a highly execution-oriented professional who strives to meet and exceed his clients' exit strategy objectives. His straightforward, consultative approach and critical thinking make him a valuable ally for any business owner striving to maximize their exit in a timely manner.

Talon is responsible for facilitating, negotiating, and closing engagements, as well as overseeing the overall vision and direction of the firm.

He resides in Allen, TX, with his wife and family. Talon is proud to represent that ATK Ventures is a Christian M&A firm that reaps what it sows.

Lisa Kuhns

Lisa Kuhns

Director of Client Relations

Lisa has over 25 years of experience building trusting client relationships.

With her friendly, outgoing personality, she possesses the uncanny ability to connect with clients and genuinely cares for them. Lisa earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Texas A&M, is a licensed realtor, and is responsible for helping ensure every client has an exceptional experience. She resides in Allen, TX, with her husband, Talon, and their three children: Kayla, Aubree, and Braden. Lisa enjoys the beach, spending time with her family, and sharing God’s love.

Glen Horowitz

Glen Horowitz

Managing Director

Glen joined the firm after more than 25 years of successfully owning businesses and working in upper-level management positions.

Having personally exited a business twice, he understands the needs of our clients. Glen genuinely enjoys helping clients reach their goals and exceed their expectations. His diverse business background enables him to understand many different verticals. His quick thinking and trustworthiness have helped him become a master negotiator, allowing you to maximize your exit.

Glen, along with his wife, Jennifer, and their two sons, enjoys spending time on their family farm, where they recently completed the construction of a family chapel.

Jeff Marlow

Jeff Marlow

Director of Business Development

Jeff is a high-performing business development professional with over 25 years of experience in venture capital and the oil and gas industry.

His extensive background has equipped him with the skill set to build lasting business relationships with individuals from all walks of life. Jeff has the innate ability to establish strategic partnerships between business owners and investors, with a proven track record of connecting them to opportunities that grow their businesses and increase their wealth. Jeff has been happily married for 26 years and has five children and five grandchildren. He is a devout Christian and a man of God.

Russ Patinson

Russ Pattinson

Business Development

Russ is a veteran and entrepreneur with over four decades of experience owning a successful business.
In January 2023, he sold his company with the help of ATK Ventures. He knows firsthand the challenges business owners face and, having been through a successful exit, understands both how difficult it can be to sell a company and the value ATK Ventures brings to its clients. In fact, Russ had such a great experience working with ATK Ventures that he decided, rather than retiring, to put his skill set to work developing business for the firm.

Russ has been happily married to his wife, Rosie, for 28 years. They have one son and one granddaughter and enjoy spending time with family and friends. Russ has experienced many miracles, and on any given day, he can be found on the golf course or riding his Harley.