Paul Callahan, Founder and Managing Partner of Seddon Point Capital, recently shared his experience working with Calder Capital throughout the acquisition of Metro Metal Works, a precision metal fabrication and welding company based in McDonough, Georgia.
Seeking a Georgia-based manufacturing business with long-term growth potential, Paul partnered with Calder Capital’s Buy-Side team to help source, evaluate, and acquire the right opportunity.
Throughout the testimonial, Paul discusses the complexity of buying a business, from sourcing opportunities and evaluating targets to navigating financing, due diligence, negotiations, and transaction structuring. He also explains the value of having advisors who are willing to challenge assumptions, provide candid feedback, and keep momentum moving toward a successful close.
Watch the full testimonial to hear Paul Callahan‘s perspective on acquisition entrepreneurship, maintaining focus throughout the search process, and why patience and process matter when pursuing business ownership through acquisition.
About Paul Callahan’s Acquisition of Metro Metal Works
Seddon Point Capital is an Atlanta-based investment firm focused on acquiring and growing high-quality businesses through engaged ownership, operational excellence, and long-term value creation. Led by Founder and Managing Partner, Paul Callahan, the firm sought a manufacturing business where it could build upon an established foundation while creating new opportunities for employees and customers.
To support the search, Paul engaged Calder Capital’s Buy-Side team. Calder’s outreach generated 24 off-market introductions, leading to 13 in-depth evaluations and four formal offers. Ultimately, through this process, Seddon Point Capital acquired Metro Metal Works. Calder represented Seddon Point Capital through negotiations and helped guide the transaction to a successful closing.
Metro Metal Works is a McDonough, Georgia-based precision metal fabrication company specializing in laser cutting, welding, machining, assembly, and custom-engineered metal products. Founded in 1989, the company has built a strong reputation for quality workmanship and advanced manufacturing capabilities serving customers throughout the Southeast and beyond.
Reflecting on the process, Paul highlighted Calder’s ability to navigate both the business acquisition and accompanying real estate transaction, noting that the team’s professionalism, responsiveness, and follow-through helped make two complex transactions feel manageable.
Read the full press release on Seddon Point Capital’s acquisition of Metro Metal Works here>>>
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About Seddon Point Capital:
Seddon Point Capital is an Atlanta-based investment firm led by Founder and Managing Partner Paul Callahan. The firm focuses on acquiring and supporting high-quality companies through engaged ownership, employee development, flexible deal structures, and operational enhancement. Seddon aims to foster long-term value creation while improving the lives of employees, customers, and the communities it serves. To learn more, please visit https://www.SeddonPointCapital.com/
About Metro Metal Works:
Metro Metal Works is a McDonough, GA based precision metal fabrication company offering advanced manufacturing capabilities, including laser cutting, welding, machining, assembly, and design support. Serving diverse industries across the Southeast, the Company specializes in delivering high-tolerance, custom-engineered metal products. The business has grown under the leadership of Harry and Barbara Phillips and their son, Justin Phillips, who has scaled the Company’s technical capabilities and customer base. To learn more, please visit http://www.MMWfab.com/
About Calder Capital:
Founded in 2013, Calder Capital is a cross-industry mergers and acquisitions advisory firm with offices across the United States. Calder provides valuation, sell-side, and buy-side services. We are nationally recognized for excellence in advising $1-100M enterprise value transactions in manufacturing, construction, distribution, and business services. Calder serves business owners, entrepreneurs, family offices, financial buyers, and investors. Learn more at www.CalderGR.com.
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