Premier Industries Corporation Sold to an Individual Investor
Calder Capital is pleased to announce the sale of its client, Premier Industries Corporation of Monroe, Michigan, to an individual investor. Premier Industries is a manufacturing company that designs and builds specialized machinery and industrial automation for a multitude of industries. The Company provides a diverse range of services from small fixtures and tooling to […]
Premier Industries Corporation Sold to an Individual Investor
Calder Capital is pleased to announce the sale of its client, Premier Industries Corporation of Monroe, Michigan, to an individual investor. Premier Industries is a manufacturing company that designs and builds specialized machinery and industrial automation for a multitude of industries. The Company provides a diverse range of services from small fixtures and tooling to […]
J. Mark Systems of Grand Rapids, MI Acquired by WTRBox, LLC
Calder Capital is thrilled to announce the acquisition of its client, J. Mark Systems of Grand Rapids, MI by WTRBox, LLC, an industrial water treatment finance and operations platform. Founded by Mark Zeilbeck in 1984, J. Mark Systems is a locally owned West Michigan water treatment solutions company based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The Company […]
J. Mark Systems of Grand Rapids, MI Acquired by WTRBox, LLC
Calder Capital is pleased to announce the acquisition of J. Mark Systems of Grand Rapids, MI to WTRBox, LLC.
Inc 5000 Regionals 2022: Calder Capital Ranked #61 in Midwest
With a Two-Year Revenue Growth of [XX Percent], Calder Capital Ranks No. 61 on Inc. Magazine’s List of the Midwest Region’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies.
Understanding the Emotions of Selling a Business
Oftentimes, the emotions of selling a business also include feelings of isolation, a lack of direction, or a loss of identity and community.Â
Mergers and Acquisitions Trends 2022: An Analysis of Q4 2021
Can Deal Characteristics in Q4 2021 Help Up Understand What 2022 Has in Store? The IBBA and M&A Source recently published their Q4 Market Pulse Report giving insight into the trends that can be expected in the current market for mergers and acquisitions trends 2022. The Q4 survey was conducted from January 1-15th, 2022, and […]
How Long Does it Take to Sell a Business?
If you want to buy/sell in 2022, it’s time to get going in Q1! We get it, Q1 is a drag. It’s cold in the Midwest, buyers and sellers often take extended vacations to the south, and financials and tax returns need to get done. These factors combine to slow down the start of the […]
Tips to Improve Your Business Valuation and Prepare for a Sale
Ways to improve your business valuation Statistically, 61% of business owners spend either no time or less than one year planning for their exit. As a result, many of these owners settle for less than they ideally could receive in a sale and the sale process becomes more grueling itself as owners are not prepared […]
MKR Fabricators, Inc. of Saginaw, Michigan Acquired by Individual Investor
Calder Capital is excited to announce the successful sale of its client, MKR Fabricators Inc., of Saginaw, Michigan, to an individual investor. For the past 20+ years, MKR Fabricators has been operating as a successful heavy plate steel fabrication company. The company was acquired by Robert Webb in 1999. Since then, Rob has been the […]
MKR Fabricators, Inc. of Saginaw, Michigan Acquired by Individual Investor
Calder Capital is pleased to announce the acquisition of Lamphear Service Company of Wyoming, MI by Drake Company Incorporated of Livonia, MI.
Lamphear Service Company of Wyoming, MI Acquired by Investor
Calder Capital is pleased to announce the acquisition of Lamphear Service Company of Wyoming, MI by Bryan Vartanian of Livonia, MI. Founded in 1987 by Bruce Lamphear, Lamphear Service Company has grown to become a successful HVAC service and installation business, specializing in the installation and maintenance of heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems. Bruce has […]
Lamphear Service Company of Wyoming, MI Acquired by Investor
Calder Capital is pleased to announce the acquisition of Lamphear Service Company of Wyoming, MI by Drake Company Incorporated of Livonia, MI.
75-Year-Old Strain Electric Company Acquired by Power VAC, LLC of Novi, MI
Calder Capital, LLC is electrified to announce that 75+-year-old Strain Electric Company of Wyoming, Michigan has been acquired by Power VAC, LLC of Novi, Michigan. Founded in 1947 by Lester Strain, Strain Electric is a diversified electrical utility contractor specializing in industrial construction, outdoor traffic signals, and underground electrical work. Todd Strain, the third-generation owner […]
75-Year-Old Strain Electric Company Acquired by Power VAC, LLC of Novi, MI
Calder Capital, LLC is electrified to announce that 75+-year-old Strain Electric Company of Wyoming, Michigan has been acquired by Power VAC, LLC of Novi, Michigan. Founded in 1947 by Lester Strain, Strain Electric is a diversified electrical utility contractor specializing in industrial construction, outdoor traffic signals, and underground electrical work. Todd Strain, the third-generation owner […]
2021 Off-Market Sellers: Recap
Before jumping headstrong into 2022, let’s reflect on our accomplishments in 2021. Calder’s buy-side team generated 360 proprietary leads, resulting in 215 conference calls and site visits and over 37 IOIs/LOIs. That is a hair under one proprietary lead per day! How do we do this? It’s 90% elbow grease combined with 10% data science. […]
Calder Capital/SBDA Close 42 Deals – Smash Records Again!
Demonstrating their adeptness at maneuvering during the pandemic, Calder/SBDA prove that they are among the fastest-growing M&A firms in the US.
Calder Capital/SBDA Close 35th Transaction of 2021
Demonstrating their adeptness at maneuvering during the pandemic, Calder/SBDA prove that they are among the fastest-growing M&A firms in the US.
West Michigan Petroleum Equipment Company Acquired by D.H.T. Holdings, Inc.
Calder Capital is thrilled to announce that Rohr Gasoline Equipment, Inc., of Byron Center, MI has been acquired by D.H.T. Holdings, Inc., of Reese, MI. Established in 1940, Rohr Gasoline Equipment provides equipment installation and repairs for service stations in the greater Grand Rapids area, including tank installation, tank removal, testing, card readers for fuel […]
West Michigan Petroleum Equipment Company Acquired by D.H.T. Holdings, Inc.
Calder Capital is thrilled to announce that Rohr Gasoline Equipment, Inc., of Byron Center, MI has been acquired by D.H.T. Holdings, Inc., of Reese, MI. Established in 1940, Rohr Gasoline Equipment provides equipment installation and repairs for service stations in the greater Grand Rapids area, including tank installation, tank removal, testing, card readers for fuel […]
Positive Chimney & Fire Place of Cadillac, MI Acquired by Individual Investors!
Calder Capital is pleased to announce that Positive Chimney & Fire Place of Cadillac, Michigan has been acquired by individual investors. Positive Chimney was acquired by four of the Company’s employees –Chris Richardson, Mike Gamble, and Cody and Kassie Richardson. Founded in 1982, Positive Chimney provides Northwest Michigan residents with professional sales, installation, and service […]
Positive Chimney & Fire Place of Cadillac, MI Acquired by Individual Investors!
Calder Capital is pleased to announce that Positive Chimney & Fire Place of Cadillac, Michigan has been acquired by individual investors. Positive Chimney was acquired by four of the Company’s employees –Chris Richardson, Mike Gamble, and Cody and Kassie Richardson. Founded in 1982, Positive Chimney provides Northwest Michigan residents with professional sales, installation, and service […]
Construction Tool & Supply of Warren, Michigan Acquired by an Individual Investor!
Calder Capital is thrilled to announce that Construction Tool & Supply of Warren, Michigan has been acquired by an individual investor. Founded by Bill Parkhill in 1978, Construction Tool & Supply markets and distributes specialty fasteners and fastening supplies to contractors doing industrial, commercial, and institutional construction. After over 40 successful and rewarding years in […]
Calder Capital Buy-Side Client Update: November 2021
Have you been satisfied with your deal flow in 2021? Any desire to spend less time researching and sending emails and more time closing deals in 2022? Our buy-side team continues to offer guaranteed leads for our clients – leads that are off-market, willing to talk to you directly about selling, and those that meet your requirements. […]
Construction Tool & Supply of Warren, Michigan Acquired by an Individual Investor!
Calder Capital is thrilled to announce that Construction Tool & Supply of Warren, Michigan has been acquired by an individual investor. Founded by Bill Parkhill in 1978, Construction Tool & Supply markets and distributes specialty fasteners and fastening supplies to contractors doing industrial, commercial, and institutional construction. After over 40 successful and rewarding years in […]
Calder Capital Welcomes Jakob Simonds to the Central Services Team!
Calder Capital is pleased to welcome Jakob Simonds as Lead Analyst of our Central Services team. Jakob joined our team for the Winter/Spring 2021 Internship program. He’ll be staying on as financial analyst and lead of new client onboarding. While you may remember him as our Guacamole Hater, there is far more to share about […]
Calder Capital Welcomes Jonathan Dykstra to the Central Services Team!
Calder Capital is pleased to welcome the newest addition to our Central Services team, Jonathan Dykstra. Calder Capital’s Central Services team works behind the scenes to get each client to market and get as many buyers’ eyes on them as possible. The Central Services team is comprised of dedicated and trained financial analysts who compile […]
Computer Rescue 911 of Grand Rapids, MI Acquired by Local Investor
Calder Capital, LLC is proud to announce that Computer Rescue 911 of Grand Rapids, MI has been acquired by an individual investor. Computer Rescue 911 was acquired by David Vanderzwaag, owner of TechVZ, a computer consulting company based in West Michigan. David’s father, Don Vanderzwaag, sought to help David grow his IT business through a […]
Computer Rescue 911 of Grand Rapids, MI Acquired by Local Investor
Calder Capital, LLC is proud to announce that Computer Rescue 911 of Grand Rapids, MI has been acquired by an individual investor. Computer Rescue 911 was acquired by David Vanderzwaag, owner of TechVZ, a computer consulting company based in West Michigan. David’s father, Don Vanderzwaag, sought to help David grow his IT business through a […]
Calder Capital Buy-Side Client Update: October 2021
As we roll into November, hopefully you are primed for a busy rest of the year. We certainly are at Calder! As a firm, we are trying to break our record of 40 completed deals set last year, and we’re currently at 33 closed deals with a record number of LOI’s signed. For a recap […]
Featured M&A Advisor: Q&A with Rudy Moeller
Rudy Moeller is an M&A Advisor and business broker operating in Louisville, KY. He holds a BA and an MBA from Vanderbilt University, and he’s a bourbon connoisseur who loves to host tastings. Our Managing Partner, Max Friar, asks him a few questions about how he came to the decision to become a business broker. […]
Midwest Die, Corp. of Baroda, MI Acquired by Lateral Industries, LLC!
Calder Capital, LLC is proud to announce the sale of Midwest Die, Corp. of Baroda, MI to Lateral Industries, LLC. Lateral Industries, LLC, is owned by CEO Scott Dawson and his business partners. The business will continue to operate as Midwest Die, Corp.  After almost 40 years in the business, cousins and partners Rodney and […]
Midwest Die, Corp. of Baroda, MI Acquired by Lateral Industries, LLC!
Calder Capital, LLC is proud to announce the sale of Midwest Die, Corp. of Baroda, MI to Lateral Industries, LLC. Lateral Industries, LLC, is owned by CEO Scott Dawson and his business partners. The business will continue to operate as Midwest Die, Corp.  After almost 40 years in the business, cousins and partners Rodney and […]
Market Remarks Q3 2021: Max Friar Interviews Transaction Attorney Andrew Longcore
In lieu of our usual collaborative Q3 report, our Managing Partner Max Friar sat down with colleague and longtime friend Andrew Longcore for a Q&A on what he’s been seeing in the Q3 business market. Andrew has unique experience as both a transaction attorney and M&A advisor facilitating deals. Max: How are owners/sellers feeling right […]
Industrial Fabrication Company Acquired by SE MI Welding & Fabrication Company
Calder Capital is pleased to announce a strategic investment in its client, an Industrial Fabrication Company in Tri-Cities, MI by a SE Michigan Welding & Fabrication Company. The acquisition is a strategic one for the SE Michigan Company. One of the partners of the acquired Fabrication Company will stay on and continue operating as the […]
Industrial Fabrication Company Acquired by SE MI Welding & Fabrication Company
Calder Capital is pleased to announce a strategic investment in its client, an Industrial Fabrication Company in Tri-Cities, MI by a SE Michigan Welding & Fabrication Company. The acquisition is a strategic one for the SE Michigan Company. One of the partners of the acquired Fabrication Company will stay on and continue operating as the […]