Welcome to our April 2025 Sell-Side Update! As tax season ends and strategic planning begins, many business owners are turning their attention to the future. In this April 2025 update, Calder Capital’s Sell-Side Director, Garrett Monroe, shares the top five insights shaping small business mergers and acquisitions (M&A) right now. Whether you’re preparing to sell […]
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Welcome to our March 2025 Sell-Side Update! In this March 2025 Sell-Side Update, Calder Capital’s Sell-Side Director, Garrett Monroe, sits down with Chicago-based advisor Shane Kissack to discuss key trends in the M&A market, what sets Calder apart in Chicago, and Shane’s personal experience as both a business owner and an M&A advisor. Shane shares
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Guest post by Jeff Dykstra, Senior Vice President, Rockefeller Global Family Office With the introduction of the Secure Act and Secure Act 2.0, Pooled Employer Retirement Plans (PEPs) are now an important and growing solution to assist small to large businesses with offering 401(k) retirement plan benefits to their employees. By adopting a PEP, businesses
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Calder Capital is pleased to announce the successful sale of BCU Electric, based in Ashland, Ohio, to Meptagon Group. BCU Electric, founded in 1990, specializes in electrical project design, installations, and maintenance services. The company offers turn-key solutions in wiring, material handling, security, automation, and engineering. After completing an electrical apprenticeship and spending 12 years
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For business owners of struggling manufacturing and construction businesses, deciding how to exit a struggling business can be challenging. The two primary options are: M&A Business Sale: Selling the company as a going-concern (selling the business while it’s operating), creates an opportunity to attract interest from buyers who view the entire business as valuable vs
Distressed Business Sales: Comparing an M&A Business Sale vs. Liquidation Auction Read More »
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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Planning to sell your business? In this video, Calder Capital’s Sell-Side Director Garrett Monroe, and Exit Planning Director Jared Friar, share actionable advice on selling a business, sell-side services, and exit planning services. They reveal how to prepare up to five years in advance by focusing on key areas like financial clarity, leadership alignment, and
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Join us as we review Calder Capital’s 2024 sell-side successes. With 42 sell-side transactions, 5 new offices, and the launch of a dedicated exit planning division, 2024 marked a pivotal year for our team. Learn about key trends impacting the market, such as election-year uncertainty, interest rate fluctuations, and shifts in buyer behavior, and discover
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With three successful closings on December 31, 2024, Calder Capital and SBDA surpassed previous annual revenue records by completing their 46th transaction of the year. This milestone marked another significant achievement for the firm, further solidifying its position as a leader in the M&A sector. “I’m incredibly proud of our team’s dedication and hard work,”
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Hear directly from Tim Irwin, a former client of Calder Capital, as he shares his journey from building his distribution business to a successful exit. Learn about the challenges he faced, the smooth process with Calder Capital’s sell-side services, and how life has transformed post-sale. Whether you’re exploring the idea of selling or actively planning,
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