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Midwest Automotive Metal Manufacturer and Supplier Acquired by Local Entrepreneurs

Calder Capital is delighted to share that a Midwest Automotive Interior Metal Manufacturer and Supplier has been acquired by local entrepreneurs. The Entrepreneurs closed the transaction in less than 5 months of partnership with Calder’s Buy-Side team! Calder’s Buy-Side team led an aggressive search process that resulted in 11 introductions to off-market sellers before the

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Bakery Ingredients Manufacturer Bear Stewart of Chicago, Illinois Acquired by a Local Entrepreneur

Calder Capital is delighted to announce that Bear Stewart Corporation of Chicago, IL has been acquired by a local entrepreneur, Will Gano. Will Gano is a seasoned professional specializing in corporate growth and leadership. Based in Chicago, he has significant experience in food manufacturing at Cargill Inc. Seeking help in finding an acquisition while still

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A Buyer’s Take on Outsized Seller Expectations

Guest Post: Friday Forward – Outsized Expectations (#419) by Robert Glazer, Founder of Acceleration Partners  The following is a guest post by author and entrepreneur Robert Glazer of Acceleration Partners. Mr. Glazer distributes a thoughtful “Friday Forward” reflection on various topics each Friday morning. His post below caught our attention as it speaks clearly and

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Bridging the Gap: Creativity in Earnout Structure Can Get the Deal Across the Table

In mergers and acquisitions, bridging valuation gaps between buyers and sellers often requires more than just financial acumen—it demands creativity. A key strategy is the use of earnouts, which can alleviate buyer concerns and reward sellers for consistent performance or growth going forward. This post delves into the nuances of earnout structures, shedding light on

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2023 Buy-Side Recap

2023 was a turbulent year in the economy, with rising interest rates, bank failures, falling but high inflation, persistent labor challenges, and very low seller sentiment. This did not stop Calder’s buy-side team from soaring to new heights! Below is a 2023 recap and while it’s good to review the past, we won’t dwell on

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The 2024 Buyer’s Outlook: Navigating a More Challenging M&A Market

In the dynamic world of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), 2024 presents a unique set of challenges and opportunities for buyers. With the landscape evolving rapidly, this blog post delves into what makes buying businesses in 2024 more complex and competitive, especially in the face of a surge in private equity (PE) investment and the growing

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