Summary
Calder Capital is pleased to announce that Garrett Monroe, Sell-Side Managing Director, has been named a winner of The M&A Advisor’s 17th Annual Emerging Leaders Awards. This national recognition honors top-performing M&A, financing, and turnaround professionals under the age of 40 who have made notable contributions to the industry and their communities.
Garrett’s Recognition
After joining Calder Capital as an analyst, Garrett Monroe advanced to M&A Advisor within one year of graduation and became the firm’s top revenue producer for four consecutive years, a distinction earned within a team of more than 30 revenue-generating professionals. In 2025, he was promoted to Sell-Side Managing Director, assuming leadership of Calder’s national sell-side practice. As Sell-Side Managing Director, Garrett oversees 15 advisors, eight staff members, and a team of eight interns, ensuring process consistency and analytical standards across all engagements. He oversees valuation methodology, negotiation strategy, client engagement management, and national business development architecture.
Garrett has personally closed 30 transactions across manufacturing, distribution, services, construction, technology, and healthcare. He has led sell-side transactions involving strategic acquirers, private equity firms, search funds, and international buyers. His experience includes cross-border execution, such as the sale of Eidemiller Precision Machining to Japan-based Kyowa Industrial; private equity platform integrations, including Nordic Hot Tubs and B&L Bolt; snd founder-led majority recapitalizations such as Capital Stoneworks.
“As our industry continues to evolve, the next generation of leaders is redefining what excellence looks like in dealmaking and corporate finance,” said Roger Aguinaldo, Founder and CEO of The M&A Advisor. “The 2026 Emerging Leaders Award recipients demonstrate exceptional vision, resilience, and leadership. They are not only driving successful transactions — they are helping shape the future of our global business community.”
“In our formative years, Garrett routinely worked 70-80 hour weeks to help build and drive the sell-side platform while actively supporting live transactions. Garrett has always been a key driver of Calder’s growth; he is strong in business development, strong in M&A advisory, and strong in negotiations,” said Max Friar, Founder and Managing Partner of Calder Capital. “Garrett was my first W-2 hire at Calder, and I am very grateful for all the energy, persistence, leadership, and time that he has given to our company as a whole and his team over the years, and to this day. He most certainly is deserving of this recognition, and I am eager to see him continue to lead and grow with Calder Capital.”
Garrett invests meaningful time mentoring students at Grand Valley State University, providing one-on-one career guidance to finance and business majors pursuing roles in investment banking and advisory. He reviews resumes, conducts mock interviews, and offers candid insight into the demands of transactional careers, helping students translate academic preparation into professional readiness.
Within the West Michigan business community, Garrett actively participates in peer leadership groups including the Driven Group, contributing to conversations around responsible growth, leadership accountability, and regional economic development. Garrett also serves in leadership and volunteer capacities within his church community, contributing both time and financial support. He supports King’s Table Ministries, an organization serving individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, through volunteer engagement and ongoing charitable contributions.
The full list of 2026 Emerging Leaders Award winners is available on The M&A Advisor website.
About The M&A Advisor
Founded in 1998, The M&A Advisor is the global leader in connecting, recognizing, and informing professionals in M&A, restructuring, and corporate finance. Now in its 28th year, they provide world-class content, events, and honors programs that empower dealmakers at every stage of their journey. Learn more at www.MAAdvisor.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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