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The number of sell-side M&A firms dwarfs the number of firms offering buy-side M&A services, and unfortunately, there is generally a negative connotation associated with hiring a buy-side firm. This is usually driven by concerns about excessive fees and past bad experiences with little in return in the form of actionable leads. Why use a
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Amid a backdrop of election-year uncertainty, the Calder Capital/SBDA team successfully completed transaction #34 of 2024. While rising rates and seller sentiment played less of a role in the M&A landscape YoY, broader economic concerns surrounding the political climate have driven cautious optimism among buyers and sellers alike. Despite this, the Calder Capital/SBDA team remains
Calder Capital is thrilled to announce the successful acquisition of H.A. Campbell Supply, a plumbing and heating supply wholesaler based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, by Luke Fleischmann of Middleville, Michigan. H.A. Campbell Supply, founded in 1960, has been a family-owned and operated business serving the West Michigan community for over six decades. The company offers
Calder Capital is thrilled to announce the successful acquisition of Access Companies of Saginaw, Michigan by an Individual Entrepreneur. Access Companies, comprised of Saginaw Medical Service, Inc., Saginaw Rehabilitation Supply, Inc., and Access Vans, LLC, has established itself as a leading supplier of medical and rehabilitation equipment for doctor’s offices. Additionally, Access provides accessibility equipment
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Many of our competitors, investment bankers and M&A intermediaries alike, enter the field with sharp financial acumen, strong negotiation skills, and a genuine commitment to advocating for their clients. They can weather the ups and downs of an unpredictable income stream, but when it comes to marketing and operational expertise—the very tools needed to secure
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This case study by Calder Capital highlights how an effective marketing approach led to remarkable sales success for a niche restoration service company. TTM EBITDA of the Restoration Company at the time of sale: $9,560,000 Results after confidentially, yet aggressively marketing the business: 195 buyers returned confidentiality agreements and were approved to receive the
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Will Gano, a successful buy-side client of Calder Capital, was recently featured on Acquiring Minds, a podcast for entrepreneurs who buy businesses. Will’s journey through the acquisition process offers valuable insights, and we’re proud to have played a part in his success. Tune in to hear his story and learn more about the strategies that
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Calder Capital is thrilled to announce the successful acquisition of Hi-Tec Building Services, Inc. headquartered in Jenison, Michigan by 4-M Building Solutions of St. Louis, Missouri. Founded in 1990, Hi-Tec Building Services provides cleaning and facilities management throughout Michigan, focusing on educational, commercial, and medical facilities. Brian Hogan joined the company near its inception and
Calder Capital is thrilled to announce the successful acquisition of Envision Engineering, LLC (“Envision”) of Lowell, Michigan, by Hoffmann Family of Companies (“HF Companies”) of Winnetka, Illinois. Envision Engineering is a full-service, proprietary component metal forming and manufacturing company that specializes in deep-draw forming, stamping, laser cutting, and welding. The Company’s 34 employees serve customers
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