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Max L. Friar Named A 2025 Notable Leader in Finance by Crain’s Grand Rapids Business

Calder Capital is proud to announce that its Founder and Managing Partner, Max Friar, has been recognized as a Crain’s Grand Rapids Business 2025 Notable Leader in Finance.  The Crain’s Grand Rapids Notable Leaders in Finance list honors senior financial professionals in West Michigan who have made a lasting and measurable impact. To be considered […]

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Calder Capital & SBDA Blaze into Second Half of 2025 with 35 Closings, 35% Revenue Growth

Calder Capital & Small Business Deal Advisors surged through the first half of 2025, achieving 35 closings and 35%+ revenue growth year-over-year. While market headwinds persist: owner hesitation, geopolitical tensions, and tariff uncertainty, the firm’s pace remains blistering. New sell-side engagements are up 54%, and buy-side engagements have skyrocketed 240%. “This is the first time

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Introducing Drew Woods: Calder Capital’s New Sell-Side Investment Banking Analyst

Calder Capital, a nationwide mergers and acquisitions advisory firm, is thrilled to welcome Drew Woods as our newest Sell-Side Investment Banking Analyst. Introducing Drew Originally from Rockford, Michigan, Drew brings a strong foundation in finance and a growing passion for mergers and acquisitions. He completed an Investment Banking M&A Internship at Piper Sandler, where he

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Calder Capital Serving The Grand Rapids Community With Home Repair Services

Recently, the Calder Capital team partnered with Home Repair Services of Kent County (HRS) and Huntington Bank to build a wheelchair ramp for a local Grand Rapids homeowner. Home Repair Services of Kent County is a non-profit organization based near Calder Capital’s headquarters in Grand Rapids. Its mission is to strengthen vulnerable Kent County homeowners,

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Calder Capital’s M&A Market Update

Calder Capital’s market updates pull recent data from industry-wide reports, like BizBuySell, IBBA, M&A Source, GF Data, and internal transactions. We compile insights into current market conditions, published quarterly. With 40+ annual transactions closed, we offer accurate perspectives. Our analysis informs strategic decisions, backed by data and M&A expertise. Exceptional service is our pride.

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Introducing Aidan Cote: Calder Capital Buy-Side Search Director

Calder Capital, a nationwide mergers and acquisitions advisory firm, is thrilled to welcome Aidan Cote as our newest Buy-Side Search Director. Introducing Aidan Originally from Rockford, Michigan, Aidan brings a diverse background in finance, sales, and business strategy. He has previously worked at Sleeping Giant Capital, North American Senior Benefits, 44 North, and Innovia Wealth,

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Calder Capital Honored as a Bronze Stevie® Award Winner in 2025 American Business Awards®

Stevie winners will be presented their awards on Tuesday, June 10 in New York. Calder Capital has been named the winner of the Bronze Stevie® Award in the Financial Services Company of the Year, Medium category in the 23rd Annual American Business Awards®.  Between 2023 and 2025, Calder Capital, an emerging national leader in lower

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Is It A Good Time To Buy A Business?​

In today’s volatile economic climate, many prospective business buyers hesitate, waiting for more stability before making significant investments. However, history and current market dynamics suggest that periods of uncertainty often present the most compelling opportunities. As Warren Buffett famously advised, “Be fearful when others are greedy, and greedy when others are fearful.”​ The Current Economic

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Patrick Robey of Calder Capital Recognized as Dealmaker of the Year

Calder Capital proudly announces that Patrick Robey, a key member of its mergers and acquisitions advisory team, has been recognized by Crain’s Grand Rapids Business in their prestigious 2025 M&A Deals and Dealmakers Awards. As an investment banker who advised on numerous notable or complex deals over the last year, Patrick has been recognized as

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